Punnamada, Alappuza
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أنماط الحجز: رحلة يومية, مبيت خاص, تسجيل دخول مسائي, تجربة
أنواع التجارب: رحلة غروب, رحلة شروق, تجربة شهر العسل, تجربة الموسم الممطر
Exterior & Outdoor Living
Vessel Design: A classic Kerala-style vessel featuring a dark hull and a distinctive thatched-roof upper deck.
Upper Observation Deck: A spacious, shaded upper level providing panoramic views of the backwaters.
Outdoor Seating: The upper deck is furnished with long cushioned benches and wooden armchairs, perfect for lounging and sightseeing.
Front Balcony: A forward-facing viewing area allows guests to sit at the bow and enjoy the unfolding scenery.
Main Living & Dining Hall
Spacious Lounge: The main cabin features an air-conditioned living area with bright green cushioned sofas and matching armchairs.
Entertainment: A dedicated media wall with a backlit wood-block texture features a wall-mounted flat-screen TV.
Integrated Dining: A polished dark-top dining table with high-back wooden chairs is conveniently located within the main hall.
Open Views: Large sliding glass doors and windows provide a seamless connection to the surrounding water while you relax indoors.
Private Accommodations
Comfortable Bedroom: The private suite is finished in rich wood tones and features a large bed with a floral-patterned comforter.
Room Amenities: The bedroom is fully air-conditioned and includes a large window with traditional wooden latticework and curtains.
En-suite Bathroom: A clean, modern bathroom with tiled walls and floors, equipped with a western-style toilet, pedestal sink, and both overhead and handheld showers.
Onboard Details
Captain's Station: The helm features a traditional wooden steering wheel and a high-seated captain's chair, offering a front-row view of the navigation.
Warm Interiors: Polished wooden flooring and wood-panelled walls throughout the vessel create a cozy, premium feel.
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.
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Meal |
Timing |
Items Served |
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Welcome Drink |
12:00 PM |
Fresh Tender Coconut Water, or Seasonal Fresh Fruit Juices |
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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. |
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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 |
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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. |
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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. |
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.