Houseboat alleppey rates
Here is a breakdown of 1-day (overnight) Alleppey houseboat rates, package inclusions, and frequently asked questions.
1-Day (Overnight) Houseboat Tariff
Prices cover a 21-hour stay (Check-in at 12:00 PM and Check-out at 09:00 AM the following morning). Standard occupancy is 2 adults per bedroom.
Houseboat Type1 Bedroom (2 Guests)2 Bedrooms (4 Guests)3 Bedrooms (6 Guests)Extra Person (w/ meals)
Deluxe (Night A/C: 9 PM – 6 AM)₹4500 – ₹7,000 – ₹10,000₹10,000 – ₹15,000₹13,000 – ₹20,000₹1,000
Premium (Full-Time A/C)₹6500 – ₹9,000 – ₹14,000₹14,000 – ₹20,000₹18,000 – ₹27,000₹1,500
Luxury (Full-Time A/C + Glass Deck)₹8500/- ₹15,000 – ₹25,000₹22,000 – ₹35,000₹30,000 – ₹45,000₹2,500 – ₹3,000
Note: Rates vary depending on weekday vs. weekend booking, monsoon vs. peak season (Oct–Feb), and major holidays like Onam or Christmas/New Year.
Package Inclusions
Private Cruise & Stay: Entire boat dedicated to your group—no shared areas with other tourists.
3 Crew Members: Captain, Engine Driver, and a Chef onboard.
All-Inclusive Meals:
Welcome Drink upon arrival.
Lunch: Traditional Kerala menu featuring local rice, fish fry (Karimeen/Pearlspot), chicken/veg dishes, and vegetable curries.
Evening Tea/Coffee with hot snacks (banana fritters/pakodas).
Dinner: Kerala or North Indian style meal.
Breakfast: South Indian options (Appam with
stew, Idli/Dosa, or Poori).
Standard 1-Day Itinerary
12:00 PM → Boarding at Punnamada / Docking Point & Welcome Drink
12:30 PM → Cruise starts through Vembanad Lake & Backwater Canals
01:30 PM → Lunch Break (Boat anchors for 1 hour)
02:30 PM → Cruise resumes through narrow canals (Kuttanad region)
04:30 PM → Evening Tea & Snacks served on deck
05:30 PM → Anchoring for the night (Government regulation)
08:00 PM → Dinner served onboard
08:00 AM → Morning Cruise & Breakfast
09:00 AM → Check-out at the Jetty
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Why does the houseboat stop cruising at 5:30 PM?
Government backwater regulations mandate that all motor-driven boats must anchor by 5:30 PM. This is done to prevent interference with local fishermen who lay their fishing nets in the narrow waterways overnight.
Q2: What is the exact difference between Deluxe, Premium, and Luxury?
Deluxe: Air conditioning operates strictly in the bedrooms during night hours (typically 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM).
Premium: Full-time A/C in the bedroom, with higher quality furnishings and a broader meal menu.
Luxury: Full-time A/C in both bedrooms and glass-enclosed living areas, modern boutique interiors, and custom multi-cuisine menus.
Q3: Can vegetarian or specific dietary menus be arranged?
Yes. Menus are freshly prepared on board by your chef. You can request 100% vegetarian, Jain, non-seafood, or child-friendly options at the time of booking.
Q4: How are extra adults or children charged?
Children under 5: Free of charge (share food and bed with parents).
Children (5–12 years) / Extra Adults: Charged per extra person (includes extra bed/mattress and all meals).
Q5: Is a Day Cruise (without overnight stay) available?
Yes. Day cruises typically run for 5 to 6 hours (e.g., 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM or 5:00 PM). Rates start around ₹7,000 – ₹9,000 for a 1-bedroom Deluxe boat including lunch and evening tea.