Vaikom Travel Guide

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We were exploring Kochi Backwaters nearby a village known as Vaikom . Apart from Kochi , some nearby villages offer great stay .
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We were exploring Kochi Backwaters nearby a village known as Vaikom . Apart from Kochi , some nearby villages offer great stay .
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Cruising through the beautiful backwaters of Vaikom in Kerala, which is not as touristy/commercialized as Alapuzzha.

Vaikom, backwater front is a town in Kerala, South India. 
Near to Vaikom boat jetty, on the way to the public beach, are 10 sculptures, each of them reminding us of events in the historic Vaikom Satyagraha. They tell tales starting from Dalavakkunnu, where those who fought for social change were cut down and buried many years before the historic protest, to various scenes from the Satyagraha itself.
The boathouses cruising through the backwaters is the mainstay of a Kerala experience.  But to get through the narrow channels, a kayak or small boat is required. The channels are lined with houses of locals;
We navigated through these channels on a canoe with a guide where we passed by beautiful rice fields, and small islands.
One of the best parts about travelling through these backwaters is bird watching, as we made our way through the narrower channels. In addition, these tours also include stops at small-scale industries and the local market.  
The smaller boats and kayaks are definitely a more intimate and a great way to learn about the culture and lives of the locals residing in these areas.
Kochi Marriott Hotel

Kochi Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
Lulu International Shopping Mall Kanayannur Kerala
The price is Rp1.571.426 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
Rp1.571.426
Rp1.854.283 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kanayannur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (631 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff, good food, transportation to nearby mall

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Kochi Marriott Hotel
Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty

Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty

5 out of 5
Bolgatty Island Kanayannur Kerala
The price is Rp2.403.357 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
Rp2.403.357
Rp2.835.961 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kanayannur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (217 reviews)
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Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty
Holiday Inn Cochin by IHG

Holiday Inn Cochin by IHG

4.5 out of 5
33/1739 A Chakkaraparambu Junction Kanayannur Kerala
The price is Rp974.200 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
Rp974.200
Rp1.120.053 total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kanayannur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (299 reviews)
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Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Cochin by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cosy Houseboats

Cosy Houseboats

3 out of 5
Punnamada Finishing Point Road, Cosy Ambalapuzha Kerala
Stay at this spa houseboat in Ambalapuzha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Mullakkal Rajarajeswari Temple and Ponnumthuruthu ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
The boathouse staff was excellent. They were very courteous and accommodating.

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Cosy Houseboats
Royal Boathouse

Royal Boathouse

3 out of 5
Finishing Point Cosy Castle Ambalapuzha KL
Stay at this houseboat in Ambalapuzha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Mullakkal Rajarajeswari Temple and Ponnumthuruthu ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
The staff were good, friendly and polite 😊 Our room was clean and decent. Food good. We were a bit confused about the itinerary so maybe making it clearer would be helpful to future guests. Thank you 😊

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Royal Boathouse
Beachparadise  Daycruise houseboat

Beachparadise Daycruise houseboat

3 out of 5
North of Finishing Point Ambalapuzha Kerala
Stay at this houseboat in Ambalapuzha. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Mullakkal Rajarajeswari Temple and Ponnumthuruthu ...
Beachparadise Daycruise houseboat
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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