Check-in & Welcome
Arrive at Cheepunkal Jetty or Punnamada Jetty, enjoy your welcome drink and meet the crew before stepping aboard.
Day Cruises
Kerala Houseboat Day Cruise
A private 4-hour backwater experience for couples, families and small private groups — without staying overnight.
A Gentle Introduction
A private afternoon afloat
A day cruise is ideal for couples, families, friends and private groups who want to experience the Kerala backwaters in a calm and comfortable setting. Each houseboat is arranged privately and can usually accommodate from 1 to 25 guests depending on the category, group size and availability.
Choose from Deluxe, Premium or Luxury houseboats, each offering a different level of comfort, style and inclusions while maintaining the same sense of slow, scenic cruising through Vembanad and Punnamada waters.
Cruise Duration4 Hours
12:00 hrs to 17:30 hrs with lunch, tea and relaxed backwater cruising.
Private Capacity1 to 25 Guests
Final capacity depends on your chosen houseboat category and travel date.
CategoriesDeluxe · Premium · Luxury
Pick the style that best suits your travel pace, comfort and budget.
Feel the Day Cruise
Step aboard before you arrive
A short glimpse of the calm backwater rhythm, private houseboat ambience and slow Kerala cruising experience.
Day Cruise Experience
Private houseboat cruising through Kerala’s backwaters.
The Day Plan
A beautifully paced backwater rhythm
From check-in to a late afternoon return, the day unfolds slowly through open waters, village edges and peaceful canals.
Cruise through the backwaters
Begin your journey across Vembanad Lake or Punnamada Lake, taking in coconut groves, village life and wide open water.
Lunch on board
Anchor in the middle of the lake or by the banks and enjoy a freshly prepared Kerala-style lunch served in a private setting.
Canals, tea & return
Continue through quiet canals and lake stretches. Tea or coffee with snacks is served before your return to the jetty.
Vegetarian Meal
Traditional Kerala cuisine served on board.
Non-Vegetarian Meal
Kerala-style fish, chicken and local accompaniments.
Choose Your Style
Deluxe, Premium or Luxury
Each category offers the same private backwater journey, interpreted with a different level of comfort, ambience and detail.
Deluxe
Simple, traditional and value-conscious — ideal for guests who want the private houseboat experience with the essentials in place.
- Budget with basics
- Traditional interiors
- Best for small groups and easy-paced outings
Premium
Balanced comfort with better interiors, improved dining ambience and a more polished onboard environment for couples and families.
- Better furnished interiors
- Day and night AC depending on boat
- Comfort-focused without going full luxury
Luxury
An elevated floating hotel-style experience with designer details, refined spaces and the most indulgent way to experience a day afloat.
- Best for high-end travellers
- Premium spaces and service
- Ideal for special occasions
Tariffs
Day Cruise Rates
Transparent seasonal pricing for private day cruises. Extra person rates vary by category.
Summer
Valid up to 30 September 2026
Deluxe Houseboat₹11,000for 2 persons · additional person ₹1,250
Premium Houseboat₹16,225for 2 persons · additional person ₹1,600
Luxury Houseboat₹27,000for 2 persons · additional person ₹1,925
Winter
1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027
Deluxe Houseboat₹13,200for 2 persons · additional person ₹1,250
Premium Houseboat₹19,250for 2 persons · additional person ₹1,700
Luxury Houseboat₹33,000for 2 persons · additional person ₹2,000
Good to know: Day cruises are arranged privately. Final houseboat category, capacity and exact embarkation point depend on the number of guests, route, category and date of travel.
Compare Houseboat CategoriesBegin the journey
Quietly, at your own pace.
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No instant booking pressure. We first help you choose the right houseboat, route and category.