Vaikom Village & Backwater Tour, Kerala

Coconut leaf weaving Temple visit Canoeing through narrow canals

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

Experience on the local activities like Coir making, Toddy tapping, Copra making, Weaving Coconut Leaves.

Discover the authentic charm of Kerala’s backwater lifestyle with the Vaikom Backwater Village Tour. This immersive journey takes you from Kochi to a serene village setting, where you experience the slow, traditional rhythm of rural life surrounded by rivers, canals, and coconut groves. Begin your exploration with a peaceful shikkara cruise through scenic waterways, witnessing coconut palm weaving and village craftsmanship along the way.

Savor a traditional Kerala vegetarian lunch served on a banana leaf at a local village home, offering a true taste of regional flavors and hospitality. Continue your experience with visits to a weaving unit to observe handloom towel making, followed by a canoeing tour through narrow canals where you can see coir making, mat weaving, and spice plantation activities. Later, explore traditional clay pottery at a pot-making centre before concluding the day with a visit to the famous Mahadeva Temple at Vaikom. Over the course of this immersive 480-minute experience, enjoy a perfect blend of culture, nature, and village life in its most authentic form.

Highlights

Scenic shikkara boat cruise through rivers and canals with views of traditional village life

Authentic Kerala vegetarian lunch served on a banana leaf in a village home

Canoeing through narrow canals with insights into coir making, mat weaving, and spice plantations

Interactive visits to weaving and pottery centres showcasing traditional craftsmanship

Spiritual visit to the historic Vaikom Mahadeva Temple, a revered cultural landmark

Inclusions

Warm welcome with tender coconut drink and introduction to village life
The cruise begins in a non-mechanised shikkara boat through rivers and canals, en route witnessing coconut palm weaving activities.
You will be served a traditional Kerala vegetarian lunch in a village house, presented on a banana leaf.
Visit the weaving unit to see traditional handloom towels being crafted.
Continue with a canoeing experience through narrow canals in an open country boat, passing through vibrant village settings where coir making, mat weaving, and spice plantation activities can be observed.
Proceed to the pottery centre to witness the traditional making of various types of clay pots.
Proceed to visit the famous Mahadeva Temple in Vaikom.

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 → Vaikom Village: ~35 to 40 km | ~1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes (depending on traffic and ferry/route used)
MG Road (Ernakulam) → Vaikom Village: ~50 to 55 km | ~1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (depending on traffic)