Kochi: Backwater Village Guided Visit with Meal
ID: GYG1021302-1578315
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Glide through Kochi’s backwaters by canoe, past lush villages. Meet fishermen, enjoy a Kerala meal, and soak in tranquil rural life.
Embark on a serene 4-hour Kochi Backwater Village Activities tour, immersing you in the tranquil beauty of Kerala’s backwaters and rural life. Start with a complimentary pickup from Fort Kochi or Mattancherry at 8:30 AM, driving half n hour to Kumbalangi in an tuktuk. Board a non-motorized punting boat for a half n hour cruise through lush canals, spotting exotic birds and mangroves. Visit a village to see coconut fiber rope-making and mat-weaving, guided by a local expert sharing insights on traditional practices. Savor a vegetarian Kumbalangi lunch served on banana leaves, crafted with fresh Kerala produce.
Highlights
- Backwater Cruise: 30-min boat ride through lush canals, spotting birds.
- Village Crafts: See coconut rope-making & mat-weaving in Kumbalangi.
- Kumbalangi Lunch: Savor vegetarian meal on banana leaves.
- Local Insights: Expert guide shares traditional Kerala practices.
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Complimentary pickup from Hotel at 8:30 AM
- Tuk-tuk transport to Kumbalangi (30-minute drive)
- 30-minute non-motorized punting boat cruise through lush canals
- Guided village visit with coconut fiber rope-making and mat-weaving demos
- Vegetarian Kumbalangi lunch served on banana leaves
- Expert local guide sharing traditional Kerala practices
- Small group for a personalized experience
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
