Commence your journey from Kavanatinkara Jetty at Kumarakom soon after the local guide briefs you to help familiarise you with Kumarakom.
A country canoe takes you through the narrow network of interconnected canals which run through the interiors of Kumarakom. The guided boat tour makes regular stops at local homes along the waters, introducing you to the simple pleasures of life in a village, and rewarding you with a wholesome and most captivating experience. Glide past farmers at work in lush paddy fields, banks studded with coconut
Commence your journey from Kavanatinkara Jetty at Kumarakom soon after the local guide briefs you to help familiarise you with Kumarakom.
A country canoe takes you through the narrow network of interconnected canals which run through the interiors of Kumarakom. The guided boat tour makes regular stops at local homes along the waters, introducing you to the simple pleasures of life in a village, and rewarding you with a wholesome and most captivating experience. Glide past farmers at work in lush paddy fields, banks studded with coconut groves, ancient Chinese fishing nets, water lilies, coir villages, rustic homes, and temples.
Intended to offer insights into the socio-cultural traditions of Kerala’s village communities, the highlight of the tour is its experiential and participative nature which ensures that your role is not limited to that of a mere spectator. Watch live demonstrations of village activities and professions such as coconut tree climbing, toddy tapping , screw pine weaving, coir making, coconut leave weaving, craft making, fishing techniques (using net as well as the bow and arrow method) etc. – especially organised for you by the villagers themselves. Interact with them and learn more of their content, unaffected, and organic way of life.
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