The state of Kerala is one of the most popular tourist destinations, attracting travel enthusiasts from all across the world. Not just one or two part but the entire state offers lush greenery, mesmerizing natural beauty and a rich culture which makes touring here an experience worth remembering, especially with our Kumarakom Tour Packages. Kumarakom is also an important tourist destination of Kerala which has been captivating tourists from not only India but all over the globe. Popular for its backwaters, it attracts nature lovers from every corner of the world. Backwaters boast of a unique beauty which is incomparable to any other.
It is close to 14 km from Kottayam and is situated around the region of Kuttanad. Located in the Kottayam District, Kumarakom not just offers mesmerizing backwaters but also a unique location. Kumarakom is often referred as the “Rice bowl of Kerala”. With our Kumarakom Tour Packages enjoy the beautiful Lake Vembanad making its western, southern and part of northern boundary. This area also boasts of Meenachil River and various canals which further beautifies it. There used to be marshy land around the lake which has been replaced by lush green coconut plantations in the year of 1878.
House-boats are the major attraction at Kumarakom. For a relaxed vacation amidst the natural beauty of backwaters spend a day or two in the houseboats with Kumarakom Tourism Package. These boats, equipped with all required facilities present a secluded and calm holidaying options to everyone. The rich flora and fauna around these backwaters are also worth exploring. If interested in exploring this area a bit more, then you won’t be disappointed as there are many interesting sightseeing choices in and around Kumarakom.
Coconut Research Station and the Bay Island Driftwood Museum are a few popular places to visit and get a better perspective of the Kumarakom and its culture. If you love admiring the beauty of fish then visit the protected fish sanctuary and spend a few moments with some of the exquisite variety of fish. The Pathiramanal Island is also another popularly visited tourist attractions. Plan a tour to the island for a few memorable moments. Bird watchers can spend some exciting time while spotting various kinds of avian fauna. The Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is bestowed with a rich variety of birds along with a worth capturing natural settings. It is spread across an area of 101 acres.
Reaching Kumarakom isn’t a difficult task either. You can reach this beautiful tourist destination via roads, rails as well as via waterways if you are interested. The nearest airport to Kumarakom is the Cochin International Airport which is at a distance of almost 85 Km and we offer Cab pickup and drop from Cochin with all our Kumarakom Tour Packages. The nearest railway station is the Kottayam which is at a distance of 16 km. So if travelling via train, you need to get down at Kottayam and choose another mode of transportation from here to Kumarakom. You can also travel via water by opting for the ferry services which are available till Alleppey. From Alleppey you need to travel via road so as to reach your destination which is Kumarakom. Call us or submit the enquiry form and we call you back with the best Kumarakom Tour Package deals!