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The most memorable tour I had, everything was well-organized, we visit the village and passed through the narrow canal was amazing... Lots we explored ...
Vasudeva Marar
Kochi blackwater tour was simply amazing, we get to see many things on this tour in which it was kind of educational tour, the traditional lunch they s...
Location: Fort Cochin
Timings: Full Day Tour - 9 Hours (Open from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM)
Half Day Tour - 6 Hours (Open from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM)
Well known as the ‘Queen of the Arabian Sea’, Kochi is considered one of the finest harbours in the world. If you’re visiting God’s Own Country Kerala, the famous backwaters are something not to be missed on. Cruise through the serene lakes lined up with beautiful coconut trees, and watch local and migratory birds, giant Chinese fishing nets, local villages and a lot more!
Reach Vaikom Backwater Village from Cochin, from here the Kochi Backwater tour begins in non-mechanised boats passing through rivers and canals. On your journey, watch the village life unfold with fishing and other activities, like spice plants at the village.
After an authentic banana-leaf lunch, watch the making of handloom towels in a weaving unit. Canoe through the narrow canals in an open country boat on your way back with lots of memories!
Note:
Minimum 2 pax should book this tour, and the children below 5 years can join for free & above those are counted as an adult.
How to reach Kochi Backwater Tour Starting Point:
The location is 13.5 Km from the Cochin Harbour Terminus, you can easily reach by public or private transport.
08.30 AM - 09:30 AM - Departure from Cochin to Vaikom Backwater village.
09.30 AM - 10:00 AM - Arrival at the Village.
10.00 AM - 01:00 PM - Cruise Starts in a non mechanised covered boat through Vembanad Lake and Rivers, enroute see Toddy Tapping Toddy Tapping and fishing activity in the Lake.
01.00 PM - 01:30 PM - You will be served Traditional Kerala Veg Lunch in a Village House on a Banana leaf.
01:30 PM - 02:00 PM - Proceed to the Weaving Unit, watch the making of handloom towels.
02.00 PM - 03:30 PM - proceed for Canoeing tour through narrow canals in an open country boat, enroute see village activities like coir making, mat weaving and learn more about the spice plantations at the village.
03.30 PM - 04:30 PM - Proceed to Pot making centre to see the making of different kinds of Clay Pottery.
04.30 PM - 05:00 PM - Proceed to Visit Vaikom Mahadeva Temple.
05.00 PM - 06:00 PM - Tea and Snacks will be provided from a Village Restaurant.
06.00 PM - Arrival back to Cochin.
08.30 AM - 09:30 AM - Departure from Cochin to Vaikom Backwater Village.
09.30 AM - 10:00 AM - Arrival at the Village.
10.00 AM - 01:00 PM - Cruise Starts in a non mechanised covered boat through Rivers and Canals, enroute visit village to See village activities like coconut leaf and coir making, Fishing and see various spice plants at the village.
01.00 PM - 02:00 PM - You will be served exceptional traditional Kerala lunch in a village house on a banana leaf.
02.00 PM - 03:00 PM - Transfer back to Cochin.
03.00 PM - Arrival back to the Cochin.
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The most memorable tour I had, everything was well-organized, we visit the village and passed through the narrow canal was amazing... Lots we explored on this tour more than the itinerary planned we get... Don't miss this tour from Thrillophilia
Rated : 5.0
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Kochi blackwater tour was simply amazing, we get to see many things on this tour in which it was kind of educational tour, the traditional lunch they served us in the banana leaf was super delicious, This tour worth everything.
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Valuable experience, the blackwater gave us good views and photos, everything we visited was just big WOW, very well-planned team
The best time to go for the Kochi backwater tour is during the winter season between the months of October to February. During the winter you can enjoy the tranquil water of Kerala to the maximum.
Yes, meals will be included in the Kochi backwater tour package. During your backwater tour, you will enjoy delicious traditional Kerala style lunch. The lunch option included in the package is only vegetarian.
The backwater trip Kochi is completely safe for families, couples and friends. The crew members of the houseboat crew are always there to help the guests. The customers can enjoy complete privacy and security during the tour.
Yes, pick up and drop off facility is available at Cochin. For the full day package, you will depart from Cochin to Vaikom Backwater village between 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM and transfer back at 6 PM. For the half-day tour, you will be transferred from Cochin to Vaikom Backwater village between 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM and transferred back at 3 PM.
The different packages available for backwater tour of Kochi are full-day tour and half-day tour. The full-day tour is for 9 hours from 8:30 AM to 6 PM. The half-day tour is for 6 hours from 8:30 AM to 3 PM.
The cost for the backwater tour of Kochi starts from 1250 INR per adult. The package is available at Thrillophilia along with a best price guarantee to give your pockets some relief while you have a wonderful time in the backwaters of Kerala. Apart from the cruise on non-mechanised boats, you can also enjoy seeing fishing, spice plants and banana leaf lunch. You can also watch the making handloom towels in a weaving unit during your journey.
This activity can be availed as both a private tour or a group tour.
The minimum number of people that are allowed to book Kochi backwater tours are 2 pax.
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