Houseboats of Kerala

Houseboats of Kerala is the finest option to enjoy the spectacular beauty of Kerala’s backwaters Tourism. The natural beauty of Kerala backwaters can be well appreciated through traditional Kerala houseboats. These  luxury houseboats are like floating hotels that offers excellent amenities and promise the traveller with the most exotic and exciting experience.

Traditionally, the houseboats in Kerala are called Kettuvallams, meaning a boat made by tying together pieces of wood. It is amazing to note that not a single nail is used in the construction of a Kettuvallam. Jack wood planks are joined together with coir rope and then coated with black resin made from boiled cashew nut shells. The materials that go into the making of a Kettuvallam are all local and eco-friendly, like bamboo poles, bamboo mats, coconut fiber ropes, coir carpets, etc.

These boats were used as the mode of transport, in the early times, from isolated interior villages to the towns. But with the development in modes of transportation in recent times, these boat services have been laid off. Now, the giant 80-foot long Kettuvallams have been transformed into even bigger and splendidly furnished houseboats, and are back again as a major tourist attraction

The houseboats are divided in two categories – Gold Star and Silver Star. The Gold Star houseboats are of premium range and provide world class amenities

Houseboats have fully equipped kitchen that serves the guests with the most clean and hygienic variety of Kerala cuisine. Also note that the cost of these houseboats includes all the meals as well.  To add to the charm, there is a sundeck for all those who like to enjoy sun bathing.

A holiday on these houseboats of Kerala are the perfect place for those seeking the most romantic honeymoon ideas. Get on the houseboat and enjoy the laid back journey on the tranquil waters that assure the tourist some of the most magical moments.

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