Places to visit in Alleppey during backwater tour
Confused about all the places to visit in Alleppey houseboat? Alleppey is blessed abundantly with nature’s resources. Emerald green backwaters, cool trees and fauna and several tourist destinations. From beaches to backwaters and temples to churches, allepey is a gem of its own right. W have prepared the list of places to visit in Alleppey during houseboat trip and the other popular tourist places in Alleppey in 1 day, 2 days & 3 days
While on your dream houseboat cruise, you will be taken to places that are beautiful beyond words. Each route has something special to offer. The stunning Vembanad lake by herself is a view to behold.
Alleppey has much more to offer in terms of experience and beauty. The simplicity of village life, paddy fields of Kuttanad, age old temples and churches. There are several places to visit in Alleppey houseboats. Find a route that you like the best and we are good to go.
Alleppey houseboat boarding points
Alleppey Lake is vast and hence there are several starting points for your Alleppey houseboat cruise.
Finishing point Jetty
This is the most popular starting point for houseboats which is also why it is the most crowded. It is the closest to Alleppey town.
Punnamada Jetty
This is 3 Km away from finishing point terminal and is one of the houseboat starting point in Alleppey
Pallathuruthi Houseboat boarding point
This boarding point is comparatively less crowded than the popular Punnamada. Quite far away from Alleppey town but when you come via Changanassery this is the closest boarding point.
Nedumudi Houseboat boarding point
Nedumudi is a small village that is a part of lower Kuttanad. It is almost 11 km from Alleppey town.
Kainakari Houseboat boarding point.
Yet another small village that is beautiful with Lakes one either side. Various end points of roads are used for shikara or houseboat starting points.
Alleppey Houseboat Routes
There are several Alleppey houseboat routes. To make your decision easy we have put together a list of some of the most popular ones. Each route paves way to different sightseeing options which we will soon dive into. Some attractions are common to many routes.
Alleppey round-1
Houseboat will take you through Vattakayal, Chavara Church, Gomentha Church, Kuttithodu, Venattu and Chennemkeri.
Chavara church
A serene and pristine church. Also the ancestral home to recently canonised St. Kuriakose Elis Chavara. For those seeking a spiritual retreat this is the place to be.
Kuttithodu
A small region by the Vembanad lake. A small yet beautiful canal lined by greenery and beauty.
Chennemkeri
Chennemkeri is a small village situated in Kuttanad taluk. Highly dependant on agriculture. Because of its beautiful landscape many movies and videos are shot here.
Alleppey round – 2
This round route takes you from Pallathuruthi to Kanjipadam, Karumadikuttan, Chempakulam Church, Nedumudi, Island temple
Karumadi Kuttan
A famous landmark in Alleppey. A name given to the black budha statue. The Dalai Lama has paid a visit to see this statue that stands 3 feet tall.
Champakulam
Church (Basilica of St. Mary)
One of the oldest churches in all of India. It is believed to be established in AD 427. Many rock incriptions are found in the church that disclose the history of the church.
Nedumudimkottaram bhaghavathy temple
An old temple by the lake. This temple is dedicated to the goddess and hence the name Bhagavathy. Gives you a clear understanding of Kerala temple set ups and architecture.
Alleppey round Via R block
R block, C block, Marthandamangalam kayal, Paddy fields, and many other naturally lovely places can be discovered in this route.
R block
Exemplary set up of nature and mankind. This region set below sea level yet inhabited by people. This region of the backwaters are protected by the dykes similar to the ones in Holland.
Paddy fields
Paddy fields are a major highlight in Alleppey. Vast stretch of light green fields are very calming to the mind
Alleppey-Kumarakom-Alleppey
A very popular route that covers the 2 major backwater areas of Kerala, Kumarakom and Alleppey.
Paddy fields
C Block
Pathiramanal islands
Kumarakom bird sanctuary
Alleppey-Thottappily Route
This route takes you through Thathampally lake, Kuppapuram, Pallathuruthi canal and kanjipadam lake.
Paddy fields
Thathampally kayal
One of the smaller yet mesmerising canals that lets you see the Alleppey up close.
Alleppey- Alumkadavu-Alleppey
This Houseboat route takes you through Vilakkumaram, Kanjipadam, Pallathuruthi canal, Amrithananthamayi ashram.
Palathhuruthi canal
Amrithananthamayi Ashram
