Alleppey Houseboat (Kettuvallam)
Overview of Alleppey Houseboats (Kettuvallam)
An Alleppey Houseboat (Kettuvallam) trip is Kerala’s flagship backwater experience. Constructed using wooden planks joined with coconut fiber ropes and coated with cashew nut resin, these traditional cargo boats are transformed into floating luxury suites. Guests cruise along Lake Vembanad and the palm-fringed canals of Alappuzha (Alleppey), passing Kuttanad paddy fields, heritage churches, and tranquil backwater villages.
Houseboat Categories & Onboard Facilities
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Category |
Air Conditioning (AC) Timings |
Features & Amenities |
Ideal Target Audience |
|---|---|---|---|
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Deluxe Houseboat |
Night-Time Only (9:00 PM – 6:00 AM) |
En-suite AC bedrooms, attached modern bath, open front deck, fixed traditional Kerala menu. |
Budget-conscious travelers, backpackers, and small groups. |
|
Premium Houseboat |
Full-Time AC (Bedrooms & Living Area) |
Upgraded interiors, large glass windows, extended multi-course menu, private upper deck options. |
Couples, families, and long-stay vacationers. |
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Luxury / Ultra Luxury |
24/7 Centralized AC Throughout |
Jacuzzi / glass-walled upper deck, 5-star butler service, personalized private chef, luxury furnishings. |
Honeymooners, luxury international tourists, & VIP delegations. |
Core Cruise Options & Schedules
- Overnight Cruise (Standard): Check-in at 12:00 PM. Includes welcome drinks, backwater lunch, afternoon tea, evening anchoring at 5:30 PM, dinner, and breakfast before 9:00 AM check-out the next morning.
Day Cruise: Departs at 11:00 AM and returns by 5:00 PM. Designed for day visitors, featuring welcome drinks, a 4-hour backwater tour, and an authentic seafood lunch.
Fleet Range: Private inventory spans from 1-Bedroom units (for couples) to 16-Bedroom large cruisers (for corporate events and family reunions).
Descriptions
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What meal options are included in an overnight houseboat package?
All standard overnight packages include Full Board (APAI): Welcome drink, traditional Kerala lunch (Karimeen/Pearl Spot fish fry, rice, and local curries), evening tea with snacks, dinner (chicken/vegetarian dishes), and breakfast. Custom dietary needs (Jain, Halal, North Indian, Vegan) can be pre-arranged
Q2: Why do houseboats stop moving after 5:30 PM?
Under Kerala Government marine regulations, houseboats must anchor along the riverbanks by 5:30 PM. This restriction keeps narrow water channels clear so local inland fishermen can lay their traditional fishing nets without risk of damage. Cruising resumes at 8:00 AM the following morning.
Q3: What is the difference between a Shikara boat and a Houseboat?
A Houseboat is a large floating home equipped with bedrooms, bathrooms, a kitchen, and living areas for extended or overnight stays. A Shikara boat is a smaller, open-air motorboat suitable for 2 to 4-hour tours that can navigate narrow, shallow village canals inaccessible to large houseboats.
Q4: How many crew members are onboard, and what are their roles?
Every private houseboat is operated by a dedicated 3-member crew: a Captain (navigator), an Engine Driver, and a Private Chef.
Q5: When is the best season to book an Alleppey houseboat cruise?
- Peak Season (October to March): Mild, pleasant weather with clear skies—ideal for sightseeing.
- Monsoon Season (June to September): Preferred by travelers who enjoy lush greenery, rain cruises, and wellness/Ayurveda retreats.
Kerala House Boat Rental Services & price list of 2026 to till march 2027
Kerala Boat House 1 bedroom Kerala Houseboat two adults ₹6,500/- check in place Alappuzha backwaters villages.
Kerala houseboat 1 room luxury category honeymoon private Kerala houseboat 1 couple ₹7,500/- check in place Alappuzha backwaters villages.
Kerala houseboat two bedroom private four people ₹8,500/- check in place Alappuzha backwaters villages.
Kerala houseboat two bedroom canal special four people ₹10,500/- check in place Alappuzha backwaters villages.
Kerala houseboat three bedroom six people ₹ 10,000/- check in place Alappuzha.
Kerala houseboat three bedroom canal special six people ₹ 13,000/- check in place Alappuzha backwaters villages.
Kerala houseboat four bedroom eight people ₹ 12,000/- check in place Alappuzha and kumarakom.
Kerala houseboat four bedroom canal special eight people ₹ 16,000/- check in place Alappuzha backwaters villages.
Kerala houseboat five bedroom ten people ₹ 15,000/- check in place Alappuzha and kumarakom.
Kerala houseboat five bedroom canal special ten people ₹18,000/- check in place Alappuzha backwaters villages.
Kerala houseboat six bedroom 12 people ₹ 20,000/- check in place Alappuzha and kumarakom.
Kerala houseboat seven bedroom 14 people ₹22,000/- check in place Alappuzha and kumarakom.
Kerala houseboat eight bedroom 16 people ₹ 26,000/- check in place Alappuzha and kumarakom.
Kerala houseboat nine bedroom 18 people ₹ 29,000/- check in place Alappuzha and kumarakom.
Kerala houseboat ten bedroom 20 people ₹ 33,000/- check in place Alappuzha and kumarakom.
Kerala houseboat eleven bedroom 22 people ₹36,000/ check in place Alappuzha and kumarakom.
Kerala houseboat twelve bedroom 24 people ₹ 40,000/- check in place Alappuzha and kumarakom.
Kerala houseboat Day trip standard two person non a/c ₹5,000/- extra per person ₹ 650/-.
Kerala houseboat day trip luxury category 2 people ₹8,000/- extra per person ₹1,500/- additional.
Kerala houseboat day trip premium category 2 people ₹10,000/- extra per person ₹2500/- additional.
speed boat ten minutes 2 people ₹2000/-.
Shikara open boat two hours two people per boat ₹1,200/-.
Canoe boat five hours backwater village tour two people with food ₹3,500/-.
Kayaking two people with food five hours ₹3,500/-.