Vembanad Lake
About Vembanad Lake
Far From City: 15 kms from city center
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About Vembanad Lake
Weather:
Time Required:4-5 hours
Open Time:24 hours
Cost:No entry fee
Things To Do at Vembanad Lake
Bird Watching
The wetland of Vembanad creates an environment suitable for flora and fauna found in the region. Tourists frequently visit theKumarakom Bird Sanctuarylocated on the coast of the lake for an exciting bird-watching experience. One can find a large population of Waterfowl along with other birds like the Cuckoo, the Owl, the Egret, Heron, Brahminy Kite, Parrot, Flycatcher, Lark, Teal, the Siberian Crane etc.
Boating/ Boat Tours
With a vast expanse covered by the lake waters, boating is but an apparent activity to indulge in when visiting the lake. Sailing in the tranquil waters and exploring the surroundings will put everyone at peace and making them live in the moment without a worry about the world. Tourists can choose from Day Boat Tours of Night Boat Tours according to their convenience. These tours include exploring the nearby markets, freshly prepared local food on the boat as you sail through the serene waters of Lake Vembanad. The Night Tours, in particular, include a fabulous sunset boat ride that continues into the night when the lights are dimmed, and tourists are allowed to soak in the cool breeze under the starlit skies.
Houseboats
Staying on a houseboat is the best way to explore the lake waters. One may choose to stay in either the Kettuvellam Houseboats or the Punting houseboats. These are the boats that tourists will find in plenty here. They are made logs from the wood of jackfruit trees and tied together with coconut fibre. There are houseboats with 1/ 2/ 3/ 4 bedrooms to suit the tourist's requirements and have a variety of amenities like air-conditioning, sun-decks, massages services, spa treatments etc. Houseboats are a perfect way to unwind on a family vacation or on a corporate outing. There are many vendors to choose from that charge anything between INR 4000 to INR 21000 per person/ per night depending on the amenities provided. The tours also include scrumptious local cuisine, market trips, fishing in the lake and sight-seeing in some of the neighbouring villages.
Geography Of Vembanad Lake
The entire system of Vembanad wetland expands over an area of 2000 square kilometre and has the districts of Ernakulam, Alappuzha and Kottayam. A narrow barrier island separates the Vembanad from the Laccadive Sea. The lake is connected with other lakes by canals running to its north and south. The islands of Perumbalam, Pallipuram and Pathiramanal, are surrounds by Lake Vembanad which is fed by River Meenachil, Pamba, Manimala, Muvattupuzha, Achenkovil and River Periyar which are the six major rivers of Kerala.
The area surrounding the lake is home to a variety of flora and fauna. It is separated by a 4000 foot long man-made saltwater barrier called the Thaneermukkom. This barrier prevents the salt water from entering the low-lands of Kuttanad and divides the lake into two parts, one with fresh water from the rivers and the other with brackish water.
Best time to visit Vembanad Lake
The best time to visit Vembanad Lake is during the winters or the tourist season which is between September and March as the weather stays pleasant throughout the day and the lake water level is safe for boating, fishing and other activities.
How to Reach Vembanad Lake
Vembanad Lake is easily reachable by road from any part of Alleppey. Tourists can hire auto-rickshaws or rent taxis or cabs to reach the lake.
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