Wish to experience the Godly charm of the attractive, ardent and glowing backwaters? Visit Alleppey – the Venice of the East !! The picturesque backwaters here offer marvellous sights with the deep shadows of the tall palms that stand proudly on the banks. The pleasing atmosphere and unique underwater marine life at Alleppey make you houseboat cruises more charming.

The backwaters of Kerala are included among the best 1001 attractions of the world. These are formed by a huge network of enchanting rivers, canals, lakes and lagoons. Alleppey backwaters are fairly rich in diverse flora and fauna. In past few years, Alappuzha/Alleppey has emerged as a major Backwater Tourist Centre attracting countless tourists every year who come here to enjoy the serene marine beauty of the state.

Major Attractions

While cruising through these backwaters, one can get to explore the beauty of the nearby region, unique aquatic life and all the fascinating factors of the town. A few of them are listed below:

• Snake Boat Races in the months of August & September are the most prominent attractions.
• A backwater cruise is the best way to go for angling and fishing.
• These backwaters take you to the dense greens where you can spot divine natural beauty, colourful migratory birds and a few rarest of the animal species.
• Watching sunrise and sunset from a houseboat on the backwaters of Alleppey is undoubtedly the most romantic and pleasing activity.
• You can also take a trip to the green paddy fields or the rural areas where you can explore the lifestyle of the local people.

Whether you are on a business trip or a fun holiday with family/friends or even a honeymoon trip – the backwaters here make the sweetest of memories.