Kochi: Kumarakom Day Trip with Shikara Cruise & more
ID: GYG1127782-1730934
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Discover the serene beauty of Kumarakom on a day trip from Kochi. Cruise the backwaters on a Shikara boat, explore the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, and visit Pathiramanal Island.
Begin your day with a comfortable pickup from your hotel in Kochi and enjoy a scenic 1.5-hour drive to the serene village of Kumarakom, famous for its tranquil backwaters.
Start your experience with a visit to the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, a peaceful haven where you can spot migratory birds in their natural surroundings. After exploring the sanctuary, enjoy a delicious local lunch before boarding a traditional Shikara boat for a leisurely cruise through the picturesque backwaters.
Glide past lush paddy fields, coconut groves, and charming villages as you soak in the calm beauty of Kerala’s countryside. Continue your journey to Pathiramanal Island, a small, scenic island nestled in the Vembanad Lake — perfect for stunning photos and quiet moments amid nature.
After a memorable day exploring Kumarakom’s highlights, relax on your drive back to Kochi, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel.
Highlights
- Feel the gentle sway of the Shikara boat as you cruise through the backwaters
- Explore the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and spot migratory birds in the wild
- Savor a delicious local lunch and experience the flavors of Kerala
- Visit Pathiramanal Island, a scenic spot in Vembanad Lake, for stunning photos
- Enjoy a hassle-free day with hotel pickup and drop-off in Kochi
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The drive from Kochi to Kumarakom takes approximately 1.5 hours.
The activity involves a leisurely cruise on a Shikara boat.
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Visit to Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
- Shikara boat cruise
- Visit to Pathiramanal Island
NOT INCLUDED
- Meals
- Personal expense
- Tips
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.
