Tour Operators Alappuzha (Alleppey)

Awarded a medal by the Kerala Ministry of Tourism, this company has a fleet of over 23eco-friendly boats in various categories: from one to four bedrooms, some of them premium. Each boat is equipped with all modern conveniences. The cuisine served on board is traditional and made with organically grown food. Each houseboat has a crew of 3: skipper, cook and cabin assistant. Cruises can last one or two nights. A dream cruise organized by true professionals.

Gold medal for its luxury boats and Green Leaf medal for its environmental protection, this company excels for its high-end cruises and the quality of its services (air-conditioned rooms, waxed wood floors). The upper deck will allow you to watch the sunrise or sunset. Excellent cuisine is offered. For a stay of one or more nights, with the good care of an experienced staff who will explain you the route, the local fauna and flora, here is an address not to be missed. Reservation recommended!

These wooden and wicker riverboats offer the opportunity to explore the vast lakes and wetlands of the region and to share many aspects of the daily life of the local people who live on the banks of the backwaters. The houseboats are equipped with all modern comforts as well as a restaurant service that serves local and international specialties on board. Overnight cruises usually start at noon and end the next day at around 9am. Fishing is available along the canals.

KCTC is an agency specialized in holidays on backwaters. The headquarters are in Alappuzha, but there are also offices in Kochi, Mumbai and Bangalore. Their services are recommended for their good value for money. Tours throughout Kerala and South India are available.

This boat company, part of the Somatheeram Ayurveda Group, offers high quality services. Some of the houseboats have multiple pontoons to enjoy the scenery along the water. All rooms with bathroom are air-conditioned. They can accommodate 2 to 4 people. Different tours are proposed, around Alleppey, or from Alleppey to Kumarakom. Possibility of a cruise of several nights. The traditional Kerala meals prepared on the boats are excellent, and concocted with products of the day.

This small agency is located near Old Foot Bridge, behind the DTPC office. Houseboat cruises, canoeing, two-wheeler rentals... Antony, who knows the area like the back of his hand, can find everything for you at very attractive rates. The best part is the ecological walks along the canals where all the services are included. If you want to stay in the heart of the backwaters, he has a guesthouse isolated from the tourist circuits. You can also find him at Cafe Paradiso, his nice establishment very popular with tourists.