Showing posts with label kerala tourism. Show all posts
Showing posts with label kerala tourism. Show all posts

Thursday, 8 October 2009

kumarakom houseboat and alleppey houseboat in kerala houseboat tourism













kerala houseboat cruise Since ancient times kerala has used its lake and canals as a water network for transporting men and material. Being aboard a houseboat is tranquil, stressless adventures where you will see the beautiful Kerala keep passing by. The cruise down the mystical backwaters of kerala is indisputably an experience of a lifetime. The kerala houseboat Features -Besides being a cultural heritage, the houseboats of kerala offer an innovative kerala holiday idea. The country houseboat in kerala is referred to as 'Kettuvallam'. These eco-friendly kerala houseboats are made from local materials like bamboo poles, coconut fibre, ropes, bamboo mats, carpets etc. Usually kerala houseboats are the giant country crafts that are as long as 60 to 70 feet. While aboard the houseboat in kerala you may enjoy the facilities of a star categorized hotel. Basically the kerala houseboat is well appointed with an open lounge, one or more bath attached bedrooms and a kitchenette.kerala house boat is generally manned by a crew, consisting of a cook, guide and oarsman. Lazing and relaxing on the sun decks is one of the most popular activities on the boat house in kerala. Traditional lanterns take up the place of electricity on the houseboat in Kerala. On the kerala boat house you may enjoy the serene surroundings along with savoring the traditional specialties of kerala. Fresh seafood adds to the sumptuous meals available on the kerala houseboat.