The Kettuvalloms (houseboats) of Kerala are giant country crafts, measuring up to 80 feet in length. It was used in the early days for the transport of goods from the isolated interior villages to the towns. With the advent of modern day transportation and ferry services, these Kettuvalloms slowly started to wade away. But, thanks to tourism, these Kettuvalloms are back again as a major tourist attraction . Kerala's centuries-old, palm fringed Kerala backwaters which stretch over 1900 kms offers an incredible experience to sail down these soothing waters in a house boat and comprehend the unusual aspects of Kerala life.
The materials that go into the making are local and eco friendly; bamboo poles, coconut fibre, ropes, bamboo mats, carpets etc. There are houseboats with fully furnished single room, double room and triple rooms. All of them have sundeck, private balcony with comfortable chairs, kitchen and toilet with western closets. A separate rest room for the crew is added on all boats. Traditional lanterns are provided as lights.
The crew includes a chef, and two oarsmen. The food offered is of traditionally Kerala cuisine. There are single bedroom houseboats or two people and two bedroom houseboats for four people |
