KUMARAKOM – LUXURY HOUSEBOAT SANCTUARY
Backwaters • Water Living • Slow Luxury • Private Experiences
3 Days / 2 Nights
₹
45,000
/ Person
Quick Overview (Above the Fold)
- Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
- Destinations: Kumarakom Backwaters • Vembanad Lake
- Category: Luxury • Slow Travel • Couples • Premium Leisure
- Starting Price: ₹45,000 per person*
PACKAGE HIGHLIGHTS
- Private luxury houseboat experience in Kumarakom
- Dedicated captain, chef & onboard service crew
- Scenic cruising through village canals & open lake stretches
- Freshly prepared Kerala cuisine served onboard
- Sunset anchoring at quiet backwater locations
- No sightseeing rush — life unfolds on water
- Private transfers from Kochi included
PACKAGE OVERVIEW
Kumarakom – Luxury Backwater Houseboat Sanctuary is designed for travellers who want to live the backwaters, not visit them.
Unlike fast-paced itineraries or shared boat cruises, this experience is centred around privacy, slow movement, and immersion in Kerala’s water-bound way of life.
From palm-lined canals and village edges to the vast calm of Vembanad Lake, each day unfolds at an unhurried pace. Meals are freshly prepared onboard, evenings are anchored in silence and sunset, and the journey itself becomes the destination.
Ideal for couples, anniversaries, and luxury leisure travellers, this sanctuary offers calm, comfort, and quiet indulgence.
PACKAGE PRICE OPTIONS
₹45,000
Standard Package
- Premium deluxe private houseboat
- Air-conditioned bedrooms (night hours)
- Essential luxury comforts with private cruising
- Ideal for relaxed first-time luxury backwater travellers
₹65,000
Deluxe Package
- Upgraded luxury houseboat with refined interiors
- Larger deck space for lounging & views
- Enhanced onboard service flow
- Recommended for couples and special occasions
₹1,10,000
Premium Package
- 5 ★ luxury private houseboat or luxury houseboat + lakefront resort pairing
- Superior privacy, premium furnishings & attentive service
- Curated cruising routes & quiet anchoring locations
- Ideal for milestone celebrations and elevated experiences
HOTEL OPTIONS
- Standard: Premium deluxe private houseboat
- Deluxe: Luxury houseboat with upgraded interiors
- Premium: 5 ★ private luxury houseboat or houseboat + luxury lakefront resort
Exact houseboat details will be shared at the time of booking confirmation.
DAY–BY–DAY ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival in Kochi & Houseboat Embarkation
- Arrival at Kochi International Airport (COK)
- Private transfer to Kumarakom houseboat boarding point
- Welcome drink & assisted houseboat check-in
Afternoon:
- Houseboat cruise begins through narrow canals and village stretches
- Lunch freshly prepared onboard
Evening:
- Sunset cruise on Vembanad Lake
- Houseboat anchored at a quiet location
- Dinner served onboard
🏨 Overnight: Luxury Houseboat, Kumarakom Backwaters
Day 2: Backwater Living & Lake Experience
- Morning tea / coffee onboard
Morning:
- Slow cruise across open stretches of Vembanad Lake
- Village life views, paddy fields & birdlife
Afternoon:
- Lunch onboard
- Leisure time on deck — reading, photography, relaxation
Evening:
- Sunset over calm waters
- Optional candlelight dinner setup (on request)
- Dinner onboard
🏨 Overnight: Luxury Houseboat
Day 3: Disembarkation & Departure
- Breakfast onboard
- Houseboat check-out
- Private transfer to Kochi Airport / onward journey
- Tour concludes with serene backwater memories
TRANSPORT & TRANSFERS
Private AC vehicle provided for:
- Kochi airport / railway station transfers
- Houseboat boarding & disembarkation
TRAVEL TO KUMARAKOM (OPTIONAL ADD-ON)
- Fly to Kochi International Airport (COK) + road transfer (approx. 1.5 hrs)
- Train to Kottayam Railway Station + road transfer
- Private cab arrangements available
Travel assistance available on request.
✅ PACKAGE INCLUSIONS
- 2 nights private houseboat accommodation
- All meals onboard (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
- Backwater cruising as per itinerary
- Welcome drink
- Dedicated houseboat crew (captain & chef)
- Private transfers
- Fuel, parking & operational charges
❌ PACKAGE EXCLUSIONS
- Flights / train tickets
- Beverages & personal snacks
- Activities outside the houseboat
- Personal expenses
- Anything not mentioned under inclusions
Ideal For
Couples
Anniversary & celebration travellers
Luxury leisure seekers
Slow travel enthusiasts
Best Time To Visit
October to March offers pleasant weather and optimal cruising. Monsoon months (June–September) provide lush scenery with limited cruising hours.
Important Notes
- Houseboats operate between 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM (as per regulations)
- AC operates in bedrooms during night hours only
- Routes may vary based on water levels & regulations
- Check-in & check-out timings are standardised
❌ CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY
Cancellation policies depend on houseboat operator terms.
Standard Cancellation Slabs:
- 30+ days before travel: No charges
- 15–29 days before travel: 25%
- 7–14 days before travel: 50%
- Less than 7 days / No-show: No refund
Frequently Asked Questions FAQs
Is the houseboat private?
Yes, all categories offer private houseboats.
Are vegetarian meals available?
Yes, vegetarian and custom meal requests are accommodated.
Is this suitable for elderly travellers?
Yes, houseboats are stable and crew-assisted.
Can this be customised?
Yes — houseboat category and meal preferences can be customised.
Contact & Bookings
