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 Rp1.614.754 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
Rp1.614.754
Rp1.905.410 total
28 Feb - 1 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! (617 reviews)
Staffs were very friendly

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Kochi Marriott Hotel
Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty

Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty

5 out of 5
Bolgatty Island Kanayannur Kerala
The price is Rp2.134.445 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp2.134.445
Rp2.518.645 total
1 Mar - 2 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (213 reviews)
Big and Clean rooms

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty
Le Meridien Kochi

Le Meridien Kochi

5 out of 5
Maradu Kanayannur Kerala
The price is Rp1.484.831 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
Rp1.484.831
Rp1.752.101 total
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kanayannur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Forum Kochi Shopping Center and Kerala Folklore ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (368 reviews)
Clean room, very helpful staff, breakfast menu was missing chicken the second day which was brought to the attention, spa was so refreshing and relaxing, overall stay was great

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Le Meridien Kochi
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 ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 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 ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Nice backwater experience
All the staff are friendly and very helpful. The other families we stayed in were also good. We had a fun backwater experience. The restaurant food was also very tasty.The room's also very cmfortable.

Reviewed on 27 May 2025

Royal Boathouse
Fort Grande Stay

Fort Grande Stay

3 out of 5
Chirattapalam Rd Kochi KL
Stay at this apartment in Kochi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Basilica and Vypeen Island are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Lovely host

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Fort Grande Stay
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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