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Best Backwater Cruises In Kochi

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The 10 most popular backwater cruises in Kochi and across coastal Kerala. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.

10 Best Backwater Cruises In Kochi

Full Day Backwater Village Punting Boat Cruise

Full Day Backwater Village Punting Boat Cruise - Getting there: Wilson Tours, an air-conditioned drive, and real timing

2.Full Day Backwater Village Punting Boat Cruise

5.0

Calm Vaikom backwaters by non-motorized punt boat from Kochi, with banana-leaf vegetarian lunch, craft stops, canoe ride, and tea.

“I found this on Viator and it was well reviewed. It ended up being a great experience. It’s so so calm on the water, and our guide Arya (sp?) was so knowledgeable about local plants and animals. She even sung to us which was beautiful. On top of being on the water, saw the palm…”

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Half Day Village Backwater Eco Country Boat Cruise :Group Tour from Fort Cochin

Half Day Village Backwater Eco Country Boat Cruise :Group Tour from Fort Cochin - Price and value: is $33 worth it?

3.Half Day Village Backwater Eco Country Boat Cruise :Group Tour from Fort Cochin

4.5

Half-day Kerala backwaters by non-motor boat from Fort Cochin, with village canals, vegetarian banana-leaf lunch, and round-trip transfers.

“Such a beautiful tour. In the quiet and peaceful backwaters from Kochi. And through a small canal in the middle of nature. It was guided well through the nature and village, no questions unanswered. Also a cute village. At the end we got a really tasty lunch. Maybe the best food I ate so far…”

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Backwater Tour from Cochin

Backwater Tour from Cochin - Spice plants and freshwater muscles: small lessons along the water

4.Backwater Tour from Cochin

5.0

Non-motorized backwater cruise from Kochi with village walks, spice plants, coir rope and coconut leaf weaving, plus included veg lunch.

“Went really smoothly, great service by the team, very informative. The boat rides were seamless and done so well. Excellent lunch too. Would highly recommend, worth the price!”

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Shikara Boat Tour Alleppey Backwater Fantastic Boat Cruise

Shikara Boat Tour Alleppey Backwater Fantastic Boat Cruise - From Kannitta Jetty Into Vembanad: What You’ll See on the Main Route

5.Shikara Boat Tour Alleppey Backwater Fantastic Boat Cruise

5.0

Motorized shikara cruise through Alleppey backwaters from Kannitta Jetty, flexible 1–8 hours, narrow canals and temple views.

“Wonderful and relaxing 2 hour Shikara boat cruise through the Alleppey Backwaters. We were able to experience real village life with families fishing and farming rice paddies. Highly recommended to take shikara instead of Houseboat to experience the narrow canals and backwaters of Alleppey.”

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Private Kerala Backwaters Houseboat Cruise with Lunch from Kochi

Private Kerala Backwaters Houseboat Cruise with Lunch from Kochi - The meal on board is the main event (and it’s properly planned)

Kochi Private Tour: Kerala Backwater Houseboat Day Cruise in Aleppey

Kochi Private Tour: Kerala Backwater Houseboat Day Cruise in Aleppey - Getting to Alappuzha: Fort Kochi Pickup and the Real Road Time

8.Kochi Private Tour: Kerala Backwater Houseboat Day Cruise in Aleppey

4.5

Private houseboat day cruise from Kochi to Alappuzha with hotel pickup, 3 hours on the backwaters, and Kerala lunch included.

“We had an excellent day with our guide Krisban. He was knowledgeable and just the right mix of entertaining while also giving us space to enjoy our day. The houseboat was beautiful and the staff on board were a delight. The meals and snacks were excellent. This is a top class experience and our best…”

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Alasr Lakeview Cruise /Hourly Trips to Backwater of Alleppey

Alasr Lakeview Cruise /Hourly Trips to Backwater of Alleppey - The Core Route: Nehru Pavilion to Punnamada Lake and Azhikkal Canal

9.Alasr Lakeview Cruise /Hourly Trips to Backwater of Alleppey

5.0

Hourly shikara trips from Rajiv Boat Jetty through Alleppey backwaters, villages, canals, and pro photo stops with guides Sarun and Jobin.

“Me and wife had a shikara ride with Mr. Sauran. This was one of the best experience we ever had. He was very polite, helpful and guided us a to what we need. The driver was polite, knowledgable. The experience was very beautiful. The best part was the driver not asking for any tip and…”

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Sunrise Kayaking in Magical Alleppey Backwater Village

Sunrise Kayaking in Magical Alleppey Backwater Village - Your Paddle Route: Narrow Canals, Vast Backwaters, and Bird Islands

10.Sunrise Kayaking in Magical Alleppey Backwater Village

5.0

Sunrise kayaking in Alleppey backwaters: guided paddling around an island village, bird islands, and a snack break, with pickup.

“The young guides spent the whole time at the front chatting to each other or on their phones. They glanced back approx 3-4 times in total to check we were there, but weren’t really bothered about anyone’s safety. Seeing the sunrise Read more”

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