Backwater

Valiyaparamba backwaters is the most beautiful offbeat destination in Kerala. The backwater area of Valiyaparamba is being established as a secondary destination from Bekal. Separated from the land by the backwaters, the fishing region of Valiyaparamba is an island joined with the Arabian Sea as its boundaries. Located around 30 km from Bekal, Valiyaparamba is among the most beautiful backwater areas in Kerala. The island throughout the Tejaswini River is famous for its natural elegance.

With the Arabian Sea in the West and the pristine Western Ghats in the east, these backwaters are quite close to the beautiful Thiruvallam, Velli and Kovalam. There are many places in the streets of Poovar where you could negotiate and book houseboats. Don’t forget to stop by the serene Lighthouse beach, Neyar river estuary and Pieta church. Thiruvallam backwaters lay around 6 km from Trivandrum, the capital of Kerala. Sree Parasurama Temple in Thiruvallam is a highly revered place of religious importance. The park near Akkulam Lake in Thiruvallam is considered to be the largest in Kerala and a dear one to all the tourists.

The aura this place has to offer makes it a hotspot for tourists and pilgrims alike. The local people here have various tales for the tourists which are sure to make you mesmerized. The fauna here is friendly and makes a good bonding with the visitors like the monkeys jumping around and eating food from the visitor’s hands. Moreover, Sasthamkotta Backwaters have great weather all round the year and you can visit this mesmerizing destination at any time of the year.

One of the very few backwaters Kerala has which still has a purely traditional way of life and is not touched by the modernization. This charm of its originality is what Padanna is proud of and boasts. This place has to offer the tour of its oyster farms which are a rare sight. You can either go touring the backwaters or can choose to go sunbathing at the Valiyaparamba beach. You can also visit places of religious importance like Shri Mundya Temple, Padanna Juma Masjid and the Town Moideen Masjid.

It is northern Kerala’s most beautiful backwaters and we bet you miss this backwater experience! Kavvayi is sprinkled with the natural beauty of rare fauna and flora in one of the most exotic locations. The backwaters originated as a result of the five rivers gushing and forming the perfect scenic landscape. The breeze and calmness will bring peace and soothe you. You can also explore the culture here and get a taste of the delicious seafood.

Flowing between the hills and the sea; Kuttanad Backwaters are in perfect harmony with a fleet of ducks quacking their way through the waters. On one side you will get to see the greenery and on the other, you can spot the local, rural Kerala village life. You can catch a sight of the paddy fields and beauty of the surroundings while touring your way through the Kuttanad backwaters. Other tourist attractions on the route are Champakulam and Chengannur.

Kozhikode is the best Kerala backwaters when it comes to clean, unspoiled backwaters in Kerala. The beach has a lighthouse and two piers which give you the view and the serenity both. On your tour, you will also get a chance to halt at the Pazhassirajah Museum that holds a rare collection of coins in silver and gold that were used by Vasco Di Gama and the Britishers. If you are looking to have the perfect houseboat cruising experience then you should try out Kerala backwaters at Kozhikode.

FKovalam is an idyllic coastal town located around 13 km from Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala. Famous for its three adjacent crescent-shaped shallow water and low tidal beaches, Kovalam is dotted with resorts and ayurvedic massage centres.

Earlier a fishing village, Kovalam started attracting tourists in the 1930s and shot to fame in the hippie epoch of 1970s. It still sees the influx of tourists from Israel and Europe. Ayurvedic treatments and massages are one of its most popular indulgences along with yoga, meditation as well as other cultural activities. Kovalam perhaps comes full circle as it is also a shopping destination given the rich spices, wooden statues and handicrafts that can make popular takeaways.ampakulam and Chengannur.

Poovar is a small rustic town situated 27 kms from Thiruvananthapuram with unspoilt, unexplored golden sand beaches and beautiful backwaters of Kerala.

Also known as a fishing village, the tranquil Poovar island lies between the Arabian Sea and the Neyyar River..

Poovar beach is secluded and is only accessible by a boat.

Located at a distance of 16km from Kottayam in Kerala and located on the banks of Vembanad Lake, Kerala’s largest lake, Kumarakom is a cluster of many small man-made islands reclaimed from the lake.

Known for paddy fields, fishing, a network of backwaters, delicious local cuisine, traditional Kettuvalloms (rice barges) houseboats and luxury and budget resorts. The Kumarakom bird sanctuary here, which is spread across 14 acres, is a favourite haunt of migratory birds and an ornithologist’s paradise. Take a two-hour canoeing trip during the sunrise or sunset to experience the beauty of this place. Kumarkom is the first destination to implement responsible tourism.

Officially called Alappuzha, Alleppey is a city in the South Indian state of Kerala. It lies on a narrow land split between the Arabian Sea and Vembanad Lake, south of Kochi (Cochin), and is on the main road between Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram. It is known for its wide network of interlinking, palm-fringed canals called backwaters and rejuvenating Ayurvedic resorts. Allepey is also popular for its Houseboat cruises that pass through the serene backwaters, where you can catch glimpses of green paddy fields, choir making activities, beautiful avifauna and witness the life of locals in Kerala.

The appeal of this beach is only amplified by the history attached to it, and a walk down the 137-year old pier is a must. Be sure to catch a traditional snake boat race in the months of August and September and try out some toddy (palm wine) at a local toddy shop for adding a touch of authenticity to your travel experience in Allepey.