Kerala is globally known for its backwater destinations. There are several backwaters destinations in this beautiful Indian state. Alleppey, Kumarakom, Kasargod, Kollam, Kottayam, Fort Kochi, Kuttanad, Kozhikode, etc are some of very popular backwater regions of the state. Backwaters here are breathtakingly beautiful and blessed with exceptional nature beauty. Among all the backwater destinations of the state Kumarakom has distinct charm and is ideal point for starting backwater tours in Kerala, India.

Kumarakom is a village situated in Kottayam district of Kerala, India. It is globally famous as a prominent backwater destination of Kerala. It is cluster of small islands on the Vembanad Kayal. Vembanad Kayal is considered as the largest backwater in the state. Kumarakom is the part of Kuttanad region. It is breathtakingly beautiful and provides wonderful opportunity to start backwater and houseboat tours in the state. The azure backwaters of Vembanad Lake and the miraculous shades of green vegetarians like palm coconut trees, bushes, and leafy plants with eternal serenity of the place create a wonderful ambiance for an idyllic holiday destinations. Surly it will be a simply unforgettable and delightful experience of .

Backwaters here in Kumarakom are amazing jumble of flickering waterways composed scenic lakes, channels, rivers, inlets, lagoons and canals. Lined with palm coconut trees and other leafy plants and bushes, Kumarakom backwater offers wonderful example of ecosystem. A houseboat trip over serene and azure Kumarakom backwaters also offers a glimpse into rural life styles of the state as the houseboat passes through the traditional villages situated alongside the backwaters. Kumarakom houseboat cruise also provides wonderful opportunity see several species of aquatic life, water birds and animals in and alongside the backwaters.

Kumarakom is an ideal destination for houseboat cruise in the state. It is also very popular among honeymoon couples. From all over the world tourists come here to enjoy the amazing charm of Kumarakom houseboat cruise over the tranquil and scenic backwaters. For honeymoon couplers it is the paradise and provides serene and romantic ambiance for honeymoon holidays. Houseboats here are luxury packed with air-conditioned bedrooms, modern kitchen and dining space.

A houseboat trip over the Kumarakom backwaters or Vembanad Lake also provides wonderful opportunity to famous to see Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary (also known as the Vembanad Bird Sanctuary). While exploring Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary on Kerala backwater tours one can see several species of birds including several migratory birds. Morning is the ideal for bird watching in Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. Watching birds inside the bird sanctuary at Kumarakom is a delightful experience of lifetime.

There are several houseboat trip or cruise organizers at Kumarakom backwaters. They offer , India. One can hire a traditional rice boat or luxury packed modern houseboat and enjoy houseboat tours over the breathtaking backwaters of the region. Kumarakom is also famous for ayurvedic resorts. It is dotted with several ayurvedic resorts offering ayurvedic treatment. Resorts offer excellent accommodation and they are also of great potential of Kumarakom backwater tourism. Well, get ready for Kumarakom tours in Kerala, India.