Why visit Alleppey?
Alleppey (Alappuzha) is the beating heart of Kerala's backwaters — an endless lattice of palm-lined canals, lagoons and paddy fields best explored from the deck of a private houseboat. An overnight cruise here is, for many travellers, the defining memory of Kerala.
Top things to see & do in Alleppey
- Private houseboat backwater cruise
- Alleppey Beach & pier
- Village canoe tours
- Marari Beach (nearby)
- Snake-boat race season (Aug-Sep)
Best time to visit
November to February for calm, cool cruising weather.
How long to spend
1-2 nights, usually as a houseboat stay within a longer circuit.
Alleppey tour packages
Every package below can be customised to include Alleppey for as long as you like — just tell us your dates and we'll build the route around it.
