Elephant Camp Visit with Authentic Kerala Backwater Cruise

Kodanad Elephant Care Centre visit. Country boat Cruise in Vaikom Coconut leaf weaving process

Full day trip

Duration 8 hours

Minium participants

Private (min 2) and group tours can be arranged

Lunch included

Enjoy a traditional Keralan meal prepared with local produce

First hand Experience

Coconut leaf weaving and coir-making process

Experience Kerala’s countryside with a visit to a riverside elephant care centre in Kodanad (closed on Mondays), where you may see baby elephants being bathed and fed under mahout supervision.

Continue to Vaikom Backwater Village for a traditional Kerala lunch served on a banana leaf in a village home.

Later, enjoy a peaceful country boat cruise through narrow canals, passing village scenes, coir-making activities, and spice plantations—offering an authentic glimpse of Kerala’s rural life and backwaters.

Highlights

Kodanad Elephant Kraal Visit – Get close to Kerala’s gentle giants and witness baby elephants being bathed, fed, and cared for by mahouts.

Scenic Riverside Experience – Explore the peaceful Kodanad village set along the lush Periyar River.

Backwater Country Boat Cruise – Glide through narrow canals in a traditional open boat surrounded by serene landscapes.

Traditional Kerala lunch experience

Village Life & Culture – Observe coir-making, coconut leaf weaving, spice plant garden, and everyday rural life along the backwaters.

Inclusions

Kodanad Elephant Kraal (closed on Mondays), a riverside elephant care centre where you can witness baby elephants being bathed, fed, and cared for under mahout supervision in a peaceful countryside setting.
Vaikom Backwater Village, where you will be warmly welcomed and served a traditional Kerala lunch in a village home, presented on a banana leaf.
backwater cruise in a traditional open country boat through narrow canals, with visits to local villages to observe coir-making activities and explore herbal garden.

Exclusions

Cancellation Policy

100% refund will be provided if the cancellation is made at least one week prior to the date of arrival.

Operating hours

09:00 AM to 06:00 PM

Know before you go

This experience is designed for individuals or small groups with a maximum group size of 10 guests per booking.
The itinerary and activities may be subject to minor changes based on weather, tide conditions, or local operational requirements.
The boat ride is conducted in traditional country boats; guests are advised to be comfortable with basic seating arrangements during the cruise.
Comfortable casual clothing, sunscreen, and footwear suitable for village terrain are recommended.
The village experience involves walking and outdoor activities, so guests should be prepared for light physical movement.
The area is a rural backwater environment; facilities are simple, eco-friendly, and focused on authentic local living rather than luxury infrastructure.
Vegetarian meal options can be arranged upon prior request, but must be informed at the time of booking.
Lunch is served in a traditional backwater-front setting; menu items are fixed and may vary slightly based on seasonal availability.
Guests are advised to carry basic personal essentials and avoid plastic items to support the eco-friendly nature of the destination.
Photography is allowed and encouraged, but guests should respect local people and their privacy during village visits.
Transfers to Kumbalangi Village can be arranged at an additional cost if required.

My tickets

You will receive a digital voucher once the booking is confirmed.

Where?

Fort Kochi → Kodanad → Vaikom: ~90–105 km | ~3 to 4 hours travel time (excluding stops and visit time)
MG Road → Kodanad → Vaikom: ~80–90 km | ~2 hr 30 min to 3 hr 30 min travel time (excluding sightseeing stops)