Premium 1 bed Houseboat

Booking modes: Day Trip, Private Overnight, Evening Check-in, Experience

Experience types: Sunset Cruise, Sunrise Cruise, Honeymoon Experience, Monsoon Experience

Discover the serene beauty of the Kerala backwaters aboard this premium houseboat, where traditional Kettuvallam craftsmanship meets modern luxury.

Luxurious Living & Dining

Aesthetic Interiors: Step into a world of elegance with handcrafted wooden paneling and sophisticated decor designed to provide a rich, cozy ambiance.

Panoramic Views: The spacious living area is fully glass-covered, offering clear, unobstructed pictures of the glistening backwaters as you cruise.

Gourmet Onboard Dining: Indulge in authentic Kerala flavors prepared by your personal onboard chef. From fresh river fish and lobsters to traditional banana leaf lunches, every meal is a highlight of the journey.

Climate Control: Enjoy the journey in total comfort with full-time air conditioning available in all lower areas, including the living and dining spaces.

Premium Accommodations

Suite-Style Bedrooms: Relax in extra-large, suite-style rooms featuring premium linens and large windows that frame the mesmerizing landscape.

Modern Ensuite Bathrooms: Each private bedroom includes a modern attached bathroom with high-quality plumbing, rain showers, and premium toiletries.

Thematic Touches: Discover unique architectural details, such as traditional wooden ceilings with overlapping woods and warm lighting that creates a calm, relaxing mood.

Dedicated Crew: A professional three-member crew—including a captain, chef, and assistant—is on board 24/7 to ensure your comfort and safety.

Safe & Secure: Your peace of mind is paramount; the vessel is fully equipped with life jackets, fire extinguishers, first aid kits, and 24-hour ground staff support.

Premium Houseboat Menu

Our premium boats offer an elevated culinary experience featuring rich traditional Kerala flavours, exotic local seafood delicacies, and continental varieties for both vegetarian and non-vegetarian guests.

Meal	Timing	Items Served
Welcome Drink	12:00 PM	Fresh Tender Coconut Water, or Seasonal Fresh Fruit Juices
Lunch	1:30 PM	Grand Backwater Feast: Premium Matta Rice (Red Rice) or Fragrant White Rice, Sambar, Aviyal, Cabbage Thoran, Mezhukkupuratti, Malabar Pappadam & Homemade Mango/Lemon Pickle Premium Additions: Signature Pearl Spot Fish Fry (Karimeen Fry), Malabar Fish Curry OR Chicken Roast, Payasam (Dessert) and Chef's Special Salad.
Evening Tea	4:30 PM	Choice of Freshly Brewed Kerala Tea, Filter Coffee, or Juices served with hot snacks), Banana Fritters (Pazham Pori), or Crispy Onion Pakodas
Dinner	8:00 PM	Multi-Course Buffet: Soft Kerala Chapatis or Rice. Sides: Malabar Chicken Curry/ Chicken Roast, Creamy Dal Fry & Seasonal Vegetable Kurma, and Assorted Green Salad.
Breakfast	8:00 AM	Live Counter Style: Fluffy Idiyappam / Appam with Egg Roast or Creamy Vegetable Stew, or Malabar Puttu with Kadala Curry. Served alongside fresh fruits, toasted Bread with butter/jam, and tea/coffee.

Full refund for cancellations made up to 7 days prior to the scheduled check-in date. 50% refund for cancellations made between 3 to 7 days prior to the check-in date. No refund will be issued for cancellations made within 72 hours of the scheduled cruise or in the case of a no-show. In the event of extreme weather conditions or government-enforced cruise restrictions, an alternative date or a full refund will be provided.

Timing & Schedule

Overnight Cruise Timings:

Check-in: 12:00 PM | Check-out: 09:00 AM (Following day)

Cruising Hours: As per government regulations, houseboats are permitted to cruise from 12:00 PM to 05:30 PM with a break for lunch. The boat will anchor safely by the banks for the night and complete a short morning cruise from 07:30 AM to 09:00 AM.

Day Cruise Timings:

Check-in: 11:00 AM / 11:30 AM | Check-out: 05:00 PM / 05:30 PM (Same day)

Cruising Hours: Continuous cruising throughout the day, stopping only for the anchor lunch break (approximately 1 hour)

Inclusions & Food Policy

Overnight Cruise Meals: Includes Welcome Drink, Traditional Lunch, Evening Tea/Snacks, Dinner, and Breakfast.

Day Cruise Meals: Includes Welcome Drink, Traditional Lunch, and Evening Tea/Snacks.

Menu Options: Both Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian options are prepared on-board by our private chef. Please notify us of any specific dietary restrictions or allergies at least 48 hours prior to arrival.

Air Conditioning (AC) Timings

Premium / Luxury Packages (Day Cruise & Overnight):

Full-Time AC: Air conditioning is fully operational and available 24/7 throughout the entire duration of the journey in both the glass lounge/dining areas and the bedrooms.

Deluxe Packages:

Day Cruise: No air conditioning is provided on board. Guests can enjoy the natural, refreshing breeze through the open-style layout of the decks and windows.

Overnight Stay: Air conditioning is operational exclusively in the bedrooms during the night from 09:00 PM to 06:00 AM only. No AC is provided in the common lounge or dining areas

Large Vessels & Double-Decker Houseboats (Above 3 Bedrooms with Upper Deck Hall):

Alternating AC Policy: For large-capacity vessels featuring an upper-deck hall, the air conditioning operates on an alternating system depending on the vehicle's generator capacity. AC will be available either in the main hall or in the bedrooms at a time.

Typically, the AC will cool the upper deck hall during daytime dining/conference hours and will be switched over to the bedrooms for nighttime comfort.

House Rules & Safety Guidelines

Safety First: Life jackets are provided on board. Please follow the captain and crew instructions at all times. Swimming in the backwaters without supervision is strictly prohibited.

Eco-Friendly Cruise: We respect nature. The disposal of plastics, bottles, or trash into the water is strictly prohibited.

Identification: All guests (including international travellers) must present a valid government-issued ID card or passport upon boarding.

Capacity Limits: The maximum number of guests allowed on board for Day Cruises and Overnight stays must strictly adhere to the capacity agreed upon during booking. Extra charges apply for additional guests.