Kerala Backwaters: The Complete Houseboat Experience
Drift through 900 km of canals on a traditional kettuvallam. Here is everything you need to plan the perfect Kerala backwaters houseboat trip.

The Kerala backwaters are a network of canals, rivers, lakes, and inlets. Gliding through Alleppey on a houseboat at sunrise is one of those rare travel experiences that lives up to every expectation.

Houseboat Tips

  • Book in advance — good boats fill up fast in November–January
  • Rates range ₹6,000–₹25,000/night; always compare 3 options
  • Meals included — the onboard cook makes fresh Kerala fish curry and appam

Fly into Kochi (COK). Take a taxi to Alleppey (1.5 hours).

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