The only way to discover the real Kerala is to cruise along its backwaters. The Backwaters in Kerala is an exquisite network of canals, lakes, lagoons and deltas of about 44 rivers emptying into the
The best way of experiencing the beauty of the backwaters in kerala is to cruise along either in a rented boat, a canoe or in Houseboats which are specifically for tourists. The extra ordinary houseboats, or Kettuvalloms as they are natively called, are giant boats measuring around 80 feet in length. They are constructed by tying wooden planks together with ropes made of coir(coconut husk) without using a single nail. To cater to the tourism industry, these Kettuvallams have been made more luxurious with one or two bedrooms with attached bath, an open lounge, a deck and a crew of three consisting of a cook, an oarsman and a guide. Dormitory services are also available for tourists.
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About Houseboat: Traditionally, the houseboats been called Kettuvallam, which means a boat made by tying together pieces of wood. Unbelievable as it may sound, not a single nail is used in the making of a Kettuvallam. Jack wood planks are joined together with coir rope and then coated with black resin made from boiled cashew nut shells. A Kettuvallam usually has one or two bath attached rooms, an open lounge, deck, kitchen and a crew comprising two oarsmen and a cook. Traditional lanterns are used as lights. Your holiday in this tranquil world is the comfortably furnished houseboats. Come, check into a houseboat for a memorable cruise along the backwaters of Kerala
