Kerala Luxury Holidays

Traditional houseboats float along its web of turquoise canals, while historical buildings peep through the green palm leaves that line its lazy backwaters.These waterways are a unique network of lagoons, lakes, canals and rivers, many of which find their source in the vast Vembanad Lake – India’s longest and the largest in the state of Kerala.

Exploring this endless string of interconnected waterways, peaceful paddy fields and coconut groves running parallel to the Malabar Coast is an absolute delight. This ancient ecosystem supports a diverse range of flora and fauna, from a quarter of India’s plant species to elephants and tigers and from river otters to a unique fishlife.. A stunning variety of local and migratory birds, from cuckoos and parrots to lone golden-backed woodpeckers and Siberian crane, can be seen at its renowned bird sanctuary.

There are two main destinations within the backwaters: Alleppey and Kumarakom. Alleppey, now known as Alappuzha, is iconic for its houseboat cruises with which you can explore the history, culture and stunning landscapes surrounding the town people refer to as ‘the Venice of the East’. It is from Alleppey that most will board a houseboat and sail towards Kumarakom.

Kumarakom, with its emerald waters, luscious green plants and trees, beautiful buildings and luxurious serenity is the place to spend a little time to relax. Kumarakom luxury travel is a truly unique experience for Yonderers seeking seeking something a little different. Kumarakom is an authentic paradise, and a truly unique paradise with a mesmerising mixture of natural beauty and luxury entwined with Keralan heritage bursting with character.

It’s also a great place from which to explore Vembanad Lake, Kerala’s largest lake, spanning 60 miles along the Malabar Coast. Simply take in its beauty or, if you’re visiting at the right time, enjoy the spectacular snake boat races that take place nearby.