When we talk about an unparalleled and unique experience of houseboat holiday, Kumarakom draws our attention at one go.
Situated 13 km from Kottayam district of Kerala, this tourist village is basically a cluster of small islands on the picturesque Vembanad Lake.
This clean village is a must visit place on your Kerala tour.
The city and the nearby region is full of impressive paddy fields, mangrove forests, coconut groves and lush greenery, which make it a popular destination for honeymooners and nature lovers.
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary Situated on the eastern banks of the Vembanad Lake, this bids sanctuary is a paradise for all the bird lovers and ornithologists.
The bird sanctuary is a complementary attraction of Kumarakom to its guests along with its rich greens and rural life.
It is spread in 14 acres of land and serves as a home to various migratory birds like egrets, darters, herons, teal, waterfowl, cuckoo, wild duck and the Siberian stork that live in flocks.
The best possible way to explore the entire sanctuary is through a boat trip.
Apart from that, Vembanad Lake is a fresh water lake that is perfect for backwater cruises in Kerala.
While in Kumarakom, Tourists love to enjoy boat races, houseboat cruises, canoeing and fishing in this lake.
The lake is a wonderful picnic spot and a fast emerging backwater tourism destination as well.
The rich land of Kumarakom is dotted with mangrove forests, captivating coconut canopies, swaying palms, pulsating paddy fields sprinkled with enchanting waterways, and canals decked with white lilies.
All this is a unique rejuvenating experience for nature lovers.
There are a few Ayurveda massage centres as well.
Countless tourists flock to Kumarakom in August when the spring season coincides with the harvest festival of Onam.