Kumarakom
is situated on the shores of the enchanting Vembanad lake and
approximately 14 kms from Kottayam. Provider of restful peace and
quiet. A boat ride on the countryside offers a close look to an
engaging rustic life of Kumarakom. Skiff-fishermen launching there
cockeshell boats, women working in the paddy fields. Large flocks of
ducks going deep into the water to catch some food.
The village of Kumarakom is a cluster of little islands on the
Vembanad Lake, this small village is part of the Kuttanad region.
The bird sanctuary here, which spread well over 14 acres is one of
the favorite haunt of migratory birds and ornithologist's paradise.
Egrets, darters, herons, teal, waterfowl, cuckoo, wild duck and
other exotic migratory birds like the Siberian stork that live here
in flocks are a fascination for any visitors. The best way to watch
the birds of the Kumarakom sanctuary is while having a boat trip
around the islands.
Popular ways to move aroun here in Kumarakom are the Boat trains -
formed by joining two or more houseboats together - make for a
convenient mode of sightseeing when the company is large. The more
adventurous could perhaps indulge in water sports such as
windsailing and water skating. You could also take a canoe out into
the quite lagoons and spend time angling. Make sure you sample
Karimeen and fresh toddy - the favourite fresh water food and the
local wine.
An unbelievably beautiful paradise of mangrove forests, emerald
green paddy fields and coconut groves interspersed with enchanting
waterways and canals adorned with while lillies - this is Kumarakom
Boat Ride:
Boats are the best way to enjoy Kumarakom. People in this region
have made it possible to enjoy stay in this part by adopting methods
such as modifying traditional cargo boats called Kettuvalloms into
cruise boats and house boats, with all basic facilities like
kitchen, toilet, bathrooms, sit-outs etc.
Bird sanctuary:
Spread over 14 acres of land, it is a major attraction here. Exotic
birds like Egrets, Darters, Herons, Teal, Bitterns, Brahminy kites,
Marsh Harries, Waterfowl, Cuckoo, Wild ducks etc. are seen here in
abundance. Siberian storks migrate to Kumarakom every season.