Which is better Alleppey or Kumarakom?

Kumarakom is much more rural and has more luxury resorts than Alleppey. Alleppey gives you the facility of a town, even though your lakeside resort may be a short journey away. For getting away from the cacophony of a city Kumarakom is an ideal choice while if you are looking for a choice, Alleppey would be the best.

Is Kumarakom worth visiting?

Considered to be a happening spot, the famous Kumarakom Beach is an adventurer’s paradise. There are various water and air adventure sports such as water skiing, wind surfing, boating and parasailing that you can try. Besides, it is too tempting to take some time off, sit back and soak in tranquility of the place.

Which city is famous for backwaters?

Trivandrum Backwaters When it comes to the best backwater destination in Kerala, it has to be Trivandrum. The network of canals, lagoons, lakes and tropical vegetarian forests closely resemble a watery paradise. The biggest backwater here is the Vembanad Lake, which is around 200sq.

Which is the largest backwater in Kerala?

Vembanad lake
Kochi (Cochin), India Vembanad lake is the largest inland backwater lake in South India, and its the main fascinating spectacular spot that tops always in Kerala’s Tourism attractions list.

Which is better Alleppey or Munnar?

While Alleppey is popular for houseboat cruises and backwater tourism, Munnar is a hill station where you can refresh and relax in the lap of mother nature. According to the analytical study by Kerala Tourism Department, foreign tourists prefer Alleppey over Munnar but domestic tourists prefer Munnar than Alappuzha.

Which houseboat is good Alleppey or Kumarakom?

For backwater stay Kumarakom is better. Lots of resorts are on the banks of Vembanadu lake. For houseboat stay with viewing village life & backwater beauty Alleppey is good, if you are looking for just a houseboat ride in a lake then Kumarakom is good.

Why is Kumarakom famous?

Kumarakom is a popular tourism destination located near the city of Kottayam (10 kilometres (6 mi)), in Kerala, India, famous for its backwater tourism. It is set in the backdrop of the Vembanad Lake, the largest lake in the state of Kerala.

Why are backwaters called so?

The place is called backwaters because the lake water is actually fresh river water that comes down from the river and is then used for the paddy fields whenever the need be, and later the lake water as it goes ahead, merges with the ocean in Kochi.

How much does a houseboat cost in Kerala?

DELUXE HOUSEBOAT RATES

No. of Rooms	Min. Persons	Rate
1 Bedroom	2 pax	Rs. 6,500
2 Bedroom	4 pax	Rs. 8,000
3 Bedroom	6 pax	Rs. 11,000
4 Bedroom	8 pax	Rs. 16,000

Why Kerala backwaters are called so?

Which is the best backwater in Kerala?

Let’s explore the 10 best backwaters in Kerala.

• Alleppey Backwaters. Located in Alleppey are the backwaters widely known for famous the boat race held in August.
• Kozhikode Backwaters.
• Kuttanad Backwaters.
• Ashtamudi Backwaters.
• Thrissur Backwaters.
• Kavvayi Backwater.
• Padanna Backwaters.
• Sasthamkotta Backwaters.