The backwaters of Kerala meandering in land lakes networked by canals - stretch to over 900 km. Incidentally the second largest lake in the world, the Vembanad Lake, is also situated in Kerala. Boat trips across these tranquil streches are an experience unique to Kerala. Large Kettuvalloms (traditional county crafts over 60 ft in length) have been converted into luxury houseboats for the famous backwater cruises of Kerala. They have 1 to 3 bedrooms on board with attached toilets and a kitchenette and there will be a cook on board who will present

to you an opportunity to devour with delight the traditional dishes of Kerala, vastly known for their unique taste and nutritional balance. You can even try your luck at fishing for fresh water fish using country made fishing rods and if you chance to catch any, the cook on board will cook it to your taste and desire. Unlike the houseboats in Kashmir, which remain stationary near the bank, the houseboats in Kerala are like a floating house. Of course owing to their huge sizes they only cruise during the day and tend to be anchored during meal times and at night.