KOCHI
Ranked by traveller popularity
The 10 most popular houseboat tours in Kochi and across coastal Kerala. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Five days of Kerala luxury: Munnar waterfalls, Eravikulam wildlife, Thekkady boating, an Alleppey houseboat night, and Kochi sights.
“Great Experience in entire tour. Provided good family stay and vehicle for travel. Customer Service is very good and when ever required they helped. They were are also open to customize the tour package based on our choice.”
Private Kochi-Munnar back-to-back trip with an overnight houseboat, guided Munnar sights, and Fort Kochi street time. Value-focused.
“Great communication, great value for money. Brilliant service from our driver, Rajesh, definitely added to the experience with humour, flexibility and a willingness to respond to all requests. Felt very safe and looked after throughout. Will definitely be recommending to friends who are visiting later in year.”
8 days of Kerala by private chauffeur, tea hills, Periyar wildlife, a deluxe houseboat night, and beach time through Kanyakumari.
“The tour was organized last minutes and I was able to see Kerala in a nice and relaxing way, this was possible thanks to my driver Babu Antony who was always punctual and good at giving me nice tips in the way.”
5-day private Kerala tour from Kochi: waterfalls, Munnar tea hills, Periyar boat wildlife, and an overnight AC houseboat on Alleppey backwaters.
“We went on a 5-day private tour in Kerala, which we booked with Sanguine through the Viator app. They arranged the trip wonderfully. Nimisha was amazing — always available to answer our questions and help whenever we needed. SumeRead more”
Private Kerala backwaters houseboat day from Kochi to Alleppey/Kumarakom with tender coconut, lunch, tea/coffee, pickup, and canal views.
“Very relaxing day in a beautiful part of the world, watching the world go by. Good crew, good food, good experience”
Private Kerala tour from Kochi to Munnar and Alleppey, with 3 nights lodging and 1 on an exclusive AC houseboat plus key sights.
“It is a fantastic way to experience Kerala!”
A 21-hour private overnight houseboat in Alappuzha (Alleppey) with full board, canal views, a smaller-boat ride, and calm village life.
“The houseboat we were on was new and in top condition. We had a captain, cook and deck hand. Boat was air conditioned and very comfortable. A few things that led to this not being a 5 star experience: 1) we started late 2) there Read more”
Private 2-day Alappuzha houseboat cruise from Kochi with an overnight stay, AC comfort, backwater views, and Kerala meals for up to 2.
Solo Kerala private tour with Munnar tea hills, Thekkady Periyar wildlife, an overnight houseboat on Vembanad, and Fort Kochi history.
“Overall I really enjoyed this trip and it was very good value. I reached places in Kerala I would have struggled to explore without such a tour. It was somewhat chaotic, hence the review lost a star. The itinerary changed from that advertised, wRead more”
Overnight Alleppey houseboat from Kochi with a small group, Kerala meals, Vembanad Lake views, then Fort Kochi sights by car.
“Exceptional!!! First, we easily obtained all the information before our cruise via WhatsApp. Then, the taxi was punctual and the vehicle was clean and comfortable. Next, we received a warm welcome aboard the boat. The boat is traditional, Read more”
