Earth Houseboat

Kumarakom, India

Sail along the sleepy backwaters

This beautiful floating home was once a kettuvallom (traditional barge)  used to transport rice along the large and intricate network of Kerala’s lakes and canals. Carrying you quietly across the tranquil waters there are few ways to explore Kerala that are more relaxing or more authentic.

Of course the Earth Houseboat has seen some significant modifications and now boasts cosy, partitioned bedrooms, sun decks with recliners and modern conveniences, yet remains in total harmony with its environment. The boat is powered by silent, clean solar energy whilst canopies of cane and rattan blend into coir-matted decks creating a warm, natural ambience. Being almost entirely hand-crafted of natural materials, the impact on the environment  and the people who live there is virtually... 

You will love

  • Pure peace and tranquility
  • Birdsong, frogs and fireflies
  • Being amongst the local people
  • Beautiful eco-houseboat

 

An absolutely fantastic travel company - every one of the many trips they have organised for us over 22 years have been faultless and fabulous.

Judith & Roger Williams

Thank you for putting together the ancestral adventure of a lifetime. I cannot speak highly enough of the trip. The transfers went smoothly, the accommodation was excellent, the drivers were amazing as they manoeuvred through the traffic and every tour guide had a great deal of knowledge and information. Nothing was too much trouble for them. The contrast of poverty and riches of the country was striking, from the beggars in the street and struggles of the poor to the spectacular, impressive sights of the forts and monuments. There were so many highlights. A moment in time that will never happen again.

Jenny Kidd

Exellent and wonderful, reaching way above expectations.

Elizabeth Mackintosh

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