Experience the fun side of Kumarakom

Kumarakom is a place that attracts hordes of nature enthusiasts, curious tourists, and travellers filled with wanderlust. The place is known for pristine and natural beauty. There are backwaters, waterfalls, plantations, islands, and a bird sanctuary. There are also many local markets, hotels, seafood restaurants, and spa resorts in Kumarakom for the traveller who is in search of a pleasant stay while on a visit here. The following are the places to see and experience when one is vacationing in Kumarakom. 

Fun boat races

Kumarakom is famous for its boat races. During the months of August and September, there are many boat races that are held in connection with the harvest festival of Onam. During this time, many snake boats are seen competing to emerge out victorious. Each boat would have 100 – 125 oarsmen, 4 helmsmen and 25 singers working together in unison to the rhythm of the vanchipattu, which is the song of the boatman.

Ride in a houseboat

The backwaters of Kumarakom offer an opportunity to go on a houseboat ride. These houseboats are managed by agents who provide a luxurious journey in the backwaters of Kumarakom. One can enjoy the blue waters and the green trees that fill the place.

Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

Due to the unblemished environment that prevails at Kumarakom, it naturally attracts many birds, even the migratory ones to flock here. One can find these birds at the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary which is set in the backwaters of Kerala. The main attractions are the cuckoo, heron, egret, moorhen, brahminy kite, lark, Siberian crane, and teal.

Kumarakom street markets

The street markets of Kumarakom are filled with little wonders like antique handicrafts, wood carvings, Kathakali masks, camel bone carvings, Kerala silk sarees, and embroidered screw pine mats. So, walk down the lanes and select your best Kumarakom souvenir.

Aruvikkuzhi Waterfall

The Aruvikkuzhi Waterfall is a famous tourist spot near Kumarakom. The gushing waters cascading down the rocky terrain is a gorgeous sight to see. The waterfall is surrounded by lush greenery and plantation. One can undertake a trek traversing through the muddy trail up to the waterfall and enjoy the beauty of nature below.

Kumarakom is blessed with natural beauty and it is a place that every wanderer in search of new sights must go and experience the many attractions that the place has to offer. There are azure backwaters, lush and vibrant green trees, restaurants with delicious menus, jaw-dropping waterfalls, pretty birds coming from far and wide, local souvenir shops and Spa resorts in Kumarakom for one to indulge in loads of fun. Enjoy the beauty of Kumarakom while staying at some of the finest luxury 5-star restaurants near Kottayam and avail the many Kumarakom resorts offers.