You must have heard about the houseboats in Kerala or Kerala backwaters. Kumarakom is the place where you can experience them. This popular Kerala backwaters tourist destination is located in the Kottayam district of Kerala. It is situated in the backdrop of the largest lake of kerala, Vembanad Lake.

The operators of Kerala tour packages essentially include Kumarakom for its beauty, backwaters, flora and fauna. Kumarakom has a dedicated bird sanctuary called Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. There you will get to see a variety of migratory birds like no other place.

The climate of the Kumarakom is moderate throughout the year. So, you can visit this place any time of the year. The place is surrounded by a variety of canals. The Bay Island Driftwood Museum situated nearby is famous for its incredible wooden sculptures. Pathiramanal Island is equally famous and is famous for the view of rare migratory birds. Visit the Ancient Thazhathangady Mosque if you are a pure devotee sort of a person. Visit Kumarakom even if you are on a Honeymoon trip to Kerala.

How To Reach Kumarakom

By Air

Cochin International Airport is the nearest Airport for Kumarakom, about 70 km away from Kumarakom Birds Sanctuary. The Second option is Trivandrum Airport, its 180 m away from Kumarakom.

By Road

Kottayam is the nearest main city, its about 16 km away from Kumarakom. Buses are ply from Kottayam on a regular interval. Visitors can easily reach by road from the nearest destinations like Cochin, Munnar, Alleppey, Thekkady, Kovalam.

By Rail

The nearest Railway station to Kumarakom is Kottayam Railway Station, about 16 km away from Kumarakom. Visitor can take a buses or taxi cab to reach Kumarakom from Kottayam Railway Station.

Best Time To Visit Kumarakom

The climate of the Kumarakom is moderate thorughout the year. So you can visit this place any time of the year. Best time to visit Kumarakom is September to March.

Top Things To Do In Kumarakom

  • Kumarakom Birds Sanctuary
  • Houseboat or Shikkare Ride
  • Village Life Tour
  • Vembanad Lake
  • Pathiramanal Island
  • Bay Island Driftwood Museum