Choose between a relaxing day cruise or a full overnight adventure
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM (6 hours)
12:00 PM - 9:00 AM next day
Choose the package tier that matches your preferences
12:00 PM - 9:00 AM next day
Classic comfort & authentic flavors
Enhanced variety & comfort
Complete Kerala feast experience
Experience Kerala's backwaters in just 6 hours — perfect for day travelers
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM (6 hours)
6 hours of pure backwater magic
Our Luxury Day Cruise offers the perfect introduction to Kerala's enchanting backwaters. Whether you're short on time or prefer a shorter experience, this 6-hour journey combines scenic beauty with authentic Kerala hospitality.
What to expect during your houseboat experience
ℹ️ Government regulations require all houseboats to dock by evening. This applies to all operators.
Bedrooms are more compact than hotel rooms due to the vessel structure, but include all essential amenities:
Meals are not buffet-style. Each guest receives sufficient portions of a preset Kerala menu.
Special services cannot be added once the cruise starts.
Honeymoon decorations, candle light dinners, cakes, spa treatments, village tours, and other add-ons must be arranged at booking time.
Everything you need to know about your houseboat experience
Deluxe offers classic Kerala meals (5 dishes per meal), Premium adds extra main courses + dessert, and Luxury includes the full feast experience with multiple curries, premium ingredients, and Payasam dessert.
Deluxe offers classic Kerala meals (5 dishes per meal), Premium adds extra main courses + dessert, and Luxury includes the full feast experience with multiple curries, premium ingredients, and Payasam dessert.
Check-in starts at 12:00 PM with lunch. The houseboat cruises until 5:00-5:30 PM, then docks for the night (Government regulation). A morning cruise from 7:00-8:00 AM brings you back to the pickup point with breakfast served onboard. These timings are mandatory for all operators.
Check-in starts at 12:00 PM with lunch. The houseboat cruises until 5:00-5:30 PM, then docks for the night (Government regulation). A morning cruise from 7:00-8:00 AM brings you back to the pickup point with breakfast served onboard. These timings are mandatory for all operators.
Bedrooms on houseboats are smaller than typical hotel rooms due to the floating vessel structure. While compact, they include all essential amenities (comfortable beds, AC, attached bathrooms) and are designed for a cozy overnight experience on the water.
Bedrooms on houseboats are smaller than typical hotel rooms due to the floating vessel structure. While compact, they include all essential amenities (comfortable beds, AC, attached bathrooms) and are designed for a cozy overnight experience on the water.
No, meals are served in sufficient portions for each guest rather than unlimited buffet. Each package tier offers a fixed preset menu of Kerala cuisine. Your cooking preferences (veg/non-veg) should be communicated at booking or one day before arrival.
No, meals are served in sufficient portions for each guest rather than unlimited buffet. Each package tier offers a fixed preset menu of Kerala cuisine. Your cooking preferences (veg/non-veg) should be communicated at booking or one day before arrival.
Deluxe houseboats have AC operational only in bedrooms from 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Premium and Luxury houseboats offer full-time AC from check-in to check-out throughout the boat.
Deluxe houseboats have AC operational only in bedrooms from 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Premium and Luxury houseboats offer full-time AC from check-in to check-out throughout the boat.
Yes! Add-ons like flower bed decorations, candle light dinner setups, cakes, spa treatments, ayurvedic massages, and village tours are available. However, these MUST be arranged before your cruise starts - additional requests cannot be accommodated once the boat begins cruising.
Yes! Add-ons like flower bed decorations, candle light dinner setups, cakes, spa treatments, ayurvedic massages, and village tours are available. However, these MUST be arranged before your cruise starts - additional requests cannot be accommodated once the boat begins cruising.
While docked (5:30 PM - 7:00 AM), enjoy indoor family bonding, board games, or karaoke. Depending on location, activities like speed boat rides, kayaking, village tours, fishing, or toddy shop visits can be arranged. Some luxury boats offer spa, sauna, or swimming pool access.
While docked (5:30 PM - 7:00 AM), enjoy indoor family bonding, board games, or karaoke. Depending on location, activities like speed boat rides, kayaking, village tours, fishing, or toddy shop visits can be arranged. Some luxury boats offer spa, sauna, or swimming pool access.
Yes! We offer both vegetarian and non-vegetarian menus. We can also accommodate vegan, allergy, and religious dietary requirements with advance notice.
Yes! We offer both vegetarian and non-vegetarian menus. We can also accommodate vegan, allergy, and religious dietary requirements with advance notice.
Absolutely. Our skilled chefs prepare all meals fresh on the houseboat using locally sourced ingredients from backwater villages.
Absolutely. Our skilled chefs prepare all meals fresh on the houseboat using locally sourced ingredients from backwater villages.
You can request substitutions or let us know your preferences when booking. We're happy to customize the menu within the package tier you've chosen.
You can request substitutions or let us know your preferences when booking. We're happy to customize the menu within the package tier you've chosen.
All packages include welcome drinks, tea/coffee service, and evening snacks. Premium and Luxury packages offer enhanced beverage options like fresh juice and tender coconut.
All packages include welcome drinks, tea/coffee service, and evening snacks. Premium and Luxury packages offer enhanced beverage options like fresh juice and tender coconut.
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