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Houseboat cruise on the backwaters

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Houseboat cruise on the backwaters

Cruises on converted traditional rice barges, from Alappuzha.

Photo: Ingo Mehling / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0 (source)

Houseboats on the Alappuzha backwaters are based on the traditional Kerala rice barge, known as the kettuvallam. They are usually taken for a day trip or an overnight stay.

Routes, prices and rules vary by operator and can change, so confirm details with the operator before booking.

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