Exploring Kuttanad in a Day

Day 1: Backwaters & Paddy Fields

Kuttanad, Kerala, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at a Local Homestay

Start your day with a traditional Keralan breakfast at a local homestay, enjoying dishes like idli, dosa, and appam with aromatic coconut chutney and sambar.
Walk to the dining area of the homestay.
INR 200, 1 hour

9:30AM

Houseboat Ride on Backwaters

Embark on a serene houseboat ride through the intricate network of backwaters, witnessing the lush greenery and local life along the banks.
Take a short auto-rickshaw ride to the nearest houseboat jetty.
INR 1500 per person, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at a Floating Restaurant

Indulge in a delicious seafood lunch at a floating restaurant, savoring fresh catches of the day while surrounded by the tranquil backwaters.
Take a boat ride to reach the floating restaurant.
INR 800, 1.5 hours

2:00PM

Explore Paddy Fields

Visit the picturesque paddy fields of Kuttanad, interact with local farmers, and learn about the unique farming practices in the region.
Travel by auto-rickshaw to the nearest paddy field area.
Free, 1.5 hours

4:00PM

Visit Chavara Bhavan

Head to Chavara Bhavan, the ancestral home of Saint Kuriakose Chavara, to explore the museum and learn about his life and contributions.
Take a taxi to Chavara Bhavan.
INR 100, 1 hour

5:30PM

Relax by the Backwaters

Wind down your day by relaxing on the banks of the backwaters, watching the mesmerizing sunset and enjoying the peaceful ambiance of Kuttanad.
Walk back from Chavara Bhavan to a scenic spot by the backwaters.
Free, 1 hour

7:00PM

Dinner at a Local Eatery

Enjoy a flavorful dinner at a local eatery, trying authentic Kerala dishes like karimeen pollichathu (pearl spot fish) or Kerala prawn curry.
Walk or take a short auto-rickshaw ride to the restaurant.
INR 500, 1 hour
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