How To Reach Kumarakom Of Kumarakom Tourism – A Place Known For Its Cluster Of Small Islands And Scenic Environment

Kumarakom is a cluster of islands interlinked by backwaters of Kerala; it is considered as yet another jewel in the crown of God’s Own Country.  The relaxing surroundings, lush greenery and the picturesque waterways create a mesmerizing atmosphere for the tourists.  Located on the bank of the Vembanad Lake, it is part of the Kuttanad region.  A pictorial beauty is given to the place with the blue lagoons, paddy fields and the mangrove trees.  Whatever you chose whether it is fishing, canoeing and sightseeing, it adds to its attraction.  The nearest railhead of Kumarakom is Kottayam, 16 kms away connects the place to all important cities. 

A must-visit destination and a paradise for bird watcher's is the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, 16 km away from the town on the banks of Vembanad Lake.  In the months between June and August, this place is crowded with lots of migratory birds.  Covering an impressive expanse of 14 acres this place is considered as haven of birdwatchers.  Government is taking effort to preserve the natural habitat of both native plants like coconut trees, mandrakes and even the different species of birds.  You will get the chance to a hire a canoe to go through the entire sanctuary.

A museum showcasing a sole collection of quality driftwood articles is the Bay Island Driftwood Museum, 14 km from the town in Kumarakom.  Holding high artistic value, all the collection of quality driftwood articles is made using innovative modern art technique.  This place is also the house of unique designs of various tree trunk sculptures and even roots. All the sculptures that you found in the museum are collected from seashores of Andaman and Nicober Islands during the professional tenure in the Nicober Islands of a woman named Raji Punnose.  A beautiful picnic spot of a tantalizing waterfall falling from a height of 100 ft are the Aruvikkuzhi waterfalls, 18 km away from the town.  An unusual experience of the tinkling sound made by the water while the water pass through the beautiful rubber plantations.

A thrilling experience in the Kumarakom trip is the intoxicating backwater cruise.  The  attraction that cannot be missed is the cruise in the house boat, snake boat races, fishing and even canoeing.  An experience that is beyond comparison is the stay in Kettuvalloms, the thatched houseboats.  A colossal of network of canals and rivers finally drains into the one of Asia's largest freshwater lakes, the Vembanad Lake a fast emerging backwater tourism destination.  Charming 10-acre islands on Vembanad Lake is the Pathiramanal, home to a wide array of rare migratory birds on the border of Alapuzha and Kottayam. Accessible only by boat, this beautiful island lies between Kumarakom and Thaneermukkom is a must see place in your Kumarakom trip.

Kumarakom,  a perfect holiday retreat for holiday makers and an enchanting destination to enjoy the beauty of these cluster of islands on one side and the Vembanad Lake on the other side!!!!!!