KOCHI
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The 8 most popular canoes & kayaks in Kochi and across coastal Kerala. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Private Shikara canoe cruise from Cochin to Alleppey backwaters for views of paddy fields, coconut palms, and village life.
“Excellent trip! Best boat to go by as wasn’t too big and could go down the smaller backwaters. Also being a private tour it was the best value for money! Guide was very informative Definitely recommend this trip!!”
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”
Kayak Alleppey backwater villages in Kerala, paddle past paddy fields and birds, with optional open-water swim on a 6-hour local culture route.
“I only had 24 hrs in the backwaters and this was a perfect way to experience and get emerged in it. I absolutely loved paddling around the backwaters, observing and interacting with the locals, and taking in the beautiful scenery and seeing incredible birds. My guide was pRead more”
Sunrise or sunset kayaking in Kochi’s Kadamakkudy backwaters with tea on the water, a small English guide group, and wet-clothes tips.
“I arrived at the event first – I was afraid I'd miss the sunrise. I didn't really understand what a kayak was. If I'd seen it in a photo, I probably would have brought extra clothes. Besides, the water was damp, and drops from the paddle were falling on my clothes. The water in the…”
9-hour canoe and shikkara backwaters cruise from Kumarakom with breakfast, lunch, bird sanctuary stop, village food, and optional toddy.
“We were worried that an entire day on the Backwaters would be too much. We were also concerned that it would be very touristy because we'd read reports of so many houseboats. Instead we were blown away. We had an absolutely brillRead more”
Sunset kayaking in Alleppey’s quiet backwaters with a guided route, tea break, and a small-group paddle that ends with a motor-boat return.
“We ended up not going on this trip due to extremely poor communication.”
Kayak Kochi’s Kadamakkudy backwaters at sunrise or sunset with a floating tea break, village sights, and expert guidance for beginners.
“Had an awesome day in Kochi! Everything was so well organized and the team made the whole experience smooth, comfortable, and truly enjoyable. From start to finish, it was hassle-free and memorable. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Kochi!”
Private shaded Shikara day cruise from Kochi to Alleppey canals with pickup, 3 hours afloat, and time for local life, lunch options.
“The backwaters is a wonderful place with a labyrinth of rivers!the boy in the boat was very helpful and friendly.my driver was at the beginning kind but he told me that he would go me for lunch which was not included in the price of the tour.he didn't ask me what I woulRead more”
