Kumarakom

Backwaters Houseboat Tours

Stay in beautiful houseboats and navigate through the emerald backwaters of Kumarakom. Styled in traditional form and equipped with modern amenities & luxuries, these houseboats are a perfect way to enjoy the backwaters. Dine on the fresh catch, sip some fresh toddy, and watch the village life passing by.

Kumarakom Beach

Walk barefoot on the golden beach and feel the wet sands under your feet. Pamper yourself with an Ayurveda massage or indulge in boating, windsurfing, skiing, and parasailing.

Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

Spread in an area of about 14 acres, this scenic bird sanctuary is home to many bird species including teals, herons, waterfowls, and various migratory birds.

Bay Island Driftwood Museum

This museum houses an exclusive collection of driftwood sculptures created from the driftwood collected from the beaches of the Andaman Islands.

Snake Boat Races

• Kumarakom’s quiet ambiance changes during the snake boat races when the colorfully decorated boats, rows of competing oarsmen, and cheering onlookers create a festive mood. The two important boat races of Kumarakom are:
• Kumarakom Boat Race
• Kavanattinkara Boat Race

Other Attractions of Kumarakom

• Pathiramanal Island- A scenic island on the lake housing an aquarium and a small zoo
• Aruvikkuzhi Waterfalls- A five-tiered cascade in the lush jungles

Shopping in Kumarakom

Buy some traditional handicrafts like Kathakali masks, embroidered pine mats, and wood-carved artifacts from the local markets. You may also visit local villages and buy handcrafted coir items.

Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit Kumarakom would be in winter from September to March when the tropical heat has eased off.

How to Reach

By Air- Cochin International Airport, around 80kms away, is the closest airport, connecting Kumarakom to the world.  

By Rail- Kottayam Railway Station, around 31kms from Kumarakom is the closest railhead connecting Kumarakom to other cities in the region. 

By Road- A well-developed network of roads & highways connects Kumarkom with nearby cities.