Kumarakom, the famous backwater tourist destination in Kerala is located about 12 kms from Kottayam. This place can be reached through a voyage from Alappuzha. Kumarakom is undoubtedly the most invigorating, fascinating paradise in Kerala, God's own country. It is often called the Gods Own Village This rich green, little village of Kumarkom is located on the Vembanad lake amidst mangrove forests and coconut groves. Kumarakom is an enchanting picnic spot and provides boating, fishing and sightseeing experiences that are truly exhilarating. The slender coconut palms standing here, there and everywhere, its never ending paddy fields, meandering lagoons and backwaters, mangroves nesting birds of a hundred varieties can peacefully calm and invigorate your mind. On the scenic Vembanad lake you will come across plenty of traditional country crafts or houseboats, boats and canoes. The fresh water of the lake runs into the mainland making a labyrinth of lagoons, brooks, canals and waterways. The backwater houses a variety of species of both fauna and flora and marine life.
Kumarakom is also considered to be the gateway to the famous backwaters of Kuttanad.,’the rice bowl of Kerala’ Kumarakom is also the home of various sprawling ethnic waterfront resorts. These resorts offer comfortable accommodation and exclusive leisure options like an Ayurvedic massage, yoga, meditation, boating, fishing and swimming. The adventurous could indulge in water sports such as windsailing and waterskiing.
The major tourist attraction in Kumarakom is the house baot cruise through the vembanad lake . A houseboat cruise in the Vembanadu Lake, enjoying the enchanting natural beauty, breathing the exhilarating cool breeze, watching the criss cross movements of rare birds, will turn out to be a thrilling experience. A night stay in floating houseboat in Vembanadu Lake will be a different experience which you will never like to forget...The only way to discover the real Kerala is to cruise along its backwaters. you will experience a totally different Kerala as you sail down these soothing waters in a country craft and this observe unusual representation of Kerala life. Kerala’s palm fringed backwaters stretch over 900 kms.When you wish to get away from tension and set your soul free, the one place which will surely soothe your soul is the backwater of Kerala. It is the best way to rejuvenate your mind and body. So if you are really looking for peace of mind, take a break at the backwaters of Kerala!Yet another attraction is Bird Sanctuary. The Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is a world famous bird sanctuary. Some migratory birds migrate during the winter from across the world including the Siberian stork. The other tourist attractionsner Kumarakom are Aruvikkuzhi Waterfalls, Pathiramanal, vagamon Vagamon, Elaveezha Poonchira etc
Nearest Airport – Kochi
Nearest railway station - Kottayam
Road distance from Kochi 150 Km
Road distance from Kottayam 20 Km
Best Season, Climate, and Clothing
Kumarakom enjoys a well balanced tropical climate. The temperature ranges between 16.10 degree Celsius to 37.80 degree Celsius. There is always a cool, fresh breeze, which makes even the warmest weather readily agreeable. The best time to visit Kumarakom is from September to May
