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Alleppey (Alappuzha)

Venice of the East — Backwater Houseboat Nights

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3 daysIdeal stay₹1,000From / nightFreeEntryNovember – FebruaryBest windowAlleppey (Alappuzha)Nearest rail · 1 km

Kerala's most iconic experience — floating overnight in a traditional kettuvallam (houseboat) through 1,500km of tranquil backwater canals, coconut-lined banks, and paddy fields. The Nehru Trophy Snake Boat Race (August) is world-famous.

Pairs well with

Fort Kochi· 2h awayVarkala· 3h awayThekkady (Periyar)· 4h awayThiruvananthapuram· 4h awayMunnar· 5h awayKovalam· 4h away

When to go

Month-by-month fit

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GreatOkayAvoid⟡ Jul: 85
Honest take for Jul: Monsoon season — heavy rainfall expected. Good for nature lovers, but outdoor travel can be challenging. (high crowds.)

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Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Alleppey (Alappuzha) 1km · Cochin International Airport 75km

Nearest transport

Alleppey (Alappuzha)1 km
Cochin International Airport75 km

Stay options

budget₹1,000/night
mid₹4,000/night
luxury₹12,000/night

Best time to visit

November – February

How to get here

Kochi → Alleppey

train · 1.5h

₹80

approx.

Kochi → Alleppey

bus · 1.5h

₹60

approx.

Kochi → Alleppey

cab · 1.5h

₹1,200

approx.

Nearby attractions

Vembanad LakeKumarakom Bird SanctuaryPunnamada LakeKuttanad (rice bowl below sea level)Ambalapuzha Temple

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