HOMESTAY IN KUMARAKOM

Homestay in kumarakom

The eco friendly homestays in Kumarakom set in the most idyllic tourist destination in God's own country. Kumarakom is undoubtedly the most invigorating, fascinating paradise in Kerala, is located amidst an unending expanse of never ending paddy fields, meandering lagoons and backwaters, mangroves nesting birds of a hundred varieties can peacefully calm and invigorate your mind with renewed inspiration. The Vembanad , the largest backwater in Kerala, is habitat for many marine and freshwater fish species and it teems with 'Kumarakom Karimeen' (pearl spotted fish), Konju (tiger prawns), Njandu (crabs), Chemeen (prawns) and many more. See and Feel it

Fishing in kumarakom

Fishing is a livelihood for the backwater people. The men folk use small fishing boats and nets. Even the women havedeveloped skills in fishing. They walk neck-deep in water carrying terracotta pots with them. The 'Karimeen' on seeing thefisherwomen bury their heads in the mud underwater. The women feel the fish with their toes and grab them and deposit in the earthen pots they carry.

Farm Houses

Most of the homestays at Kumarakom are located in the midst of cardamom plantations and is nestled in a perfectly calm andcool environment, surrounded by hills and dales, rivers and waterfalls.

Activities

Tourist at Kumarakom can see and enjoy Kerala traditional dance Kathakali / martial art Kalaripayattu , Sunset Backwatertrip in country boat with local man and watch fishing, Prawn farm visit, local family in Kerala hut, local tea /snacks,Visit 350 years old Nalukettu, a Hindu Kaymal family, ancient things, Kerala lunch and finally Visit to Potters village.

Food.

Home made vegetarian and non vegetarian food, as per your requirements, is served in the main hall of our house. All the foodis freshly made using organic and local produced on the local farm house..