Day Trip in Houseboat, Alleppey

Boarding/Drop: Finishing Point or Pallathuruthy Jetty (exact location shared on WhatsApp after confirmation)

Departure time : 11:00am

Arrival time : 04:00pm

Day tour Overview

Looking for a relaxing houseboat day cruise in Alleppey? Sanchari offers a curated selection of Deluxe, Premium, and Luxury houseboats from Alleppey and Kumarakom—available as shared group day tours (per person) or private day tours (entire boat).
Our focus is simple: clean boats, professional crew, tasty Kerala lunch, and a smooth backwater experience.

Shared Houseboat Day Tour Prices (Per Person)

Shared tours are ideal if you want to book per person and enjoy the cruise with other guests

Three types of houseboats are available with us

• Deluxe category: 2500 INR per person | ₹1,500 per child (5–10 yrs)
• Premium category: 3500 INR per person |₹2,000 per child (5–10 yrs)
• Luxury category: 6000INR per person  | ₹3,500 per child (5–10 yrs)

Infants: 0–4 years free

Private Houseboat Day Tour rates (Entire Boat Price)

Luxury houseboats are more expensive than deluxe and premium houseboats. Larger rooms with beautifully carved wooden panels are available. Balconies with lake views make the premium option a better one. (Before reserving a boat, guests must check with the correspondent online or offline.)

Houseboat Day Tour Itinerary

• 11:00 AM – Boarding & welcome drink
• You will be offered a welcome drink
• 11:15 AM – Cruise begins from punnmada lake-Vembanad lake-Kayal Nilangal in Vembanad
• 01:00 PM – Lunch will be served on board once anchored in a ideal location in Lake Vembanad.
• Enjoy a delicious traditional Kerala meal that tantalizes your taste buds.
• 02:00–04:00 PM: Continue cruising through Vembanad Lake and the reclaimed paddy fields. Enjoy music and onboard activities as the houseboat cruises until 4:00 PM and returns to the jetty.

Houseboat sailing past:

You’ll have two starting options:
See departure details (Finishing Point or Pallathuruthy Boat Jetty) Pass by

• Punnamada Lake
• Snake Boat starting point
• Punnamada Jetty
• SNDP thodu
• Kuppapuram
• Vembanad Lake
• Rani Kayal
• Marthandom Kayal
• Cheru Kayal
• Arupanku
• R Block
• Chithira Church built by Murickan
• Pazhaya Pathinalayiram
• Kumarakom Pallikayal
• Karipadangal
• H Block
• C block
• Pandicherry Jetty
• Kainakary Chavara
• Pallathuruthy
• Punchiri Jetty
• Vilakkumaram Jetty
• Zero Jetty
• Punnamada Lake
• You’ll return to the starting point
  

  Boarding Point & Parking

  Boarding is usually from Finishing Point / Pallathuruthy (Alleppey) based on your selected boat and route.
  Parking: paid parking is available near the boarding area. We share the exact Google Map location on WhatsApp/email after confirmation.

Cruise Route Google Map of Private 5-Hour Day Tour

Frequently asked Questions by Travelers 

1. How is a Kerala houseboat designed?
   Wooden barges converted with modern amenities and rooms with kitchens on board.
2. How do I book this holiday?
   Search the date for availability, or call +91 9895189095 and book online.
3. What are the payment options you offer?
   Online Payments Net banking credit and debit cards UPI bank transfer
4. Departure and Return
   Departure Point : Alleppey Finishing point. This activity will end right where it started.
5. Cancellation and Refund Policy
   You can cancel up to 48 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 48 hours before the experience’s start time. If you cancel less than 48 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted. Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time. This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different schedule or a full refund.
6. What is the social distancing policy during a houseboat cruise
   Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
7. Private or shared houseboat?
   Both private and sharing group options are available with thesanchari.com. You can confirm your requirement while booking.
8. Booking confirmation
   A confirmation will be received at time of booking Not wheelchair accessible. A fairly big step has to be made into the boat. Our crew will assist you with this. Not pet-friendly If you are unhappy with your experience, please let us know directly or come by the office at Sanchari Travels and Activities, kalarcode, Alleppey No bachelor / birthday party groups are allowed; please call us for a private boat option. The tour is available for free for infants (0-2 years old). Departure and return at the same point.
9. Larger boats available on request
10. Is this a shared cruise or a private houseboat?
    We offer both.
11. Shared Day Tour: you book per person and share the cruise with other guests.
12. Private Day Tour: you book the entire houseboat (ideal for couples, families, and groups who want full privacy).
13. What is the AC policy? Is full-time AC available?

Deluxe: usually non-A/C rooms (confirm during booking)

Premium & Luxury: A/C options available

Shared day tour: A/C availability varies by boat (often in common area)

Private day tour: you can choose limited A/C or full-time A/C (confirm while booking)

What food is included in the day tour?Your day tour includes welcome drink + Kerala lunch + drinking water (and tea/coffee)
Typical lunch includes: steamed rice, sambar, rasam, Fish Fry,Chicken roast,seasonal veg sides, pappadam, pickle, curd/salad, and dessert (payasam/seasonal sweet).

1. Is there a toilet on the houseboat? Is it safe for kids & elders?Yes. Houseboats have a clean onboard toilet/washroom.
   Safety: The cruise is calm and suitable for families. Life jackets are available on the boat, especially for kids
2. Is there a lunch stop (halt)? How long is the halt?Yes, there is a lunch halt (boat anchors near a calm area in Vembanad Lake).
   Typically lunch is served around 1:00 PM, and the halt is usually 30–60 minutes

Houseboat Policy

Pet policy: On request, we can accommodate anyone travelling with pets in private houseboat, not in shared group tour. Additional fees exist.

Where is the boarding point? Is parking available?

Boarding is usually from Finishing Point / Pallathuruthy (Alleppey) (based on your selected boat and route).
Parking: paid parking is available near the boarding area. We share the exact Google Map location on WhatsApp and email after confirmation.

What’s nearby finishing point in Alleppey

1. Tourist Police Station in Alleppey: 0 Kilometers
2. Distance from Alappuzha Lighthouse/Recreation Ground: 4 km
3. Within 7.6 kilometers  Vijay Park from Finishing point
4. It is 5 kilometers to Alleppey Beach.
5. The houseboat terminal of Kainakary is 4 kilometers
6. The Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is located 16 kilometers from the city.
7. From Pathiramanal Island, 14 km to the location of check-in
   16 km to Pulincunoo village
8. A 14-kilometer journey from Champakulam to Alleppey

Cancellation Policy :

Please find below the General Cancellation Policy for the same:

• Full refund if cancelled 48 hours before start time
• No refund if cancelled within 48 hours
• Changes within 24 hours not accepted
• Weather cancellation: alternate date or full refund

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