Kerala is one of the finest and most popular travel destinations in the world. This south Indian state is famous for its natural attractions and amazing destinations. Considered an ideal place for nature-lovers, it offers all the mesmerizing attractions of nature in the form of scenic backwaters, palm-fringed beaches, wildlife national parks and invigorating hill stations. Along with its natural attractions this god's abode is equally popular for its unique culture, exotic resorts, well-cultured people and excellent hotels and resorts.

Kumarakom, famous for its backwaters, is a popular backwater and houseboat destination of Kerala tourism. It is situated near Kottayam in the state and the Vembanattu Lake is the largest fresh water lake located near Kumarakom. Kumarakom is a major tourist attraction in Kerala with a pleasant climate. The Vembanattu Lake with small islands invites the travellers as well as honeymooners. The city of Kumarakom has a tropical climate and the temperature in the summer rises up to 39 degrees Celsius and falls to 22 degrees during the winter. Winter is the perfect season to roam around. September to February is the best season to visit and enjoy the backwater cruise in the city of Kumarakom. The backwater cruise is not allowed during monsoon season.

It is blessed with all the beauties of a backwater village. Backwater is a unique Kerala phenomenon. It is a complex network formed by canals and inlets which are both manmade and natural, estuaries of over forty rivers and five lakes. The backwater and its shores make for exquisite setting and its fame is spread far and wide. In Kumarakom, backwaters are formed by Meenachil river and Vembanad lake. The shores of Kumarakom backwaters are adorned by attractive monuments, swaying coconut trees, emerald mangrove forests and lush green paddy fields, fishing nets and various activities of human life like ducks being herded, toddy tappers tapping the coconut tree, fishermen throwing their nets etc. The backwaters are embellished by water flowers especially water lilies. Seduced by this enchanting landscape there are a high number of visitors to Kumarakom.

Kumarakom backwater is considered to be one of the most attractive backwater destinations of Kerala which can give you are true exhilarating cruise. A voyage towards the north to Alappuzha about 10 km from Kottayam will bring you to this rich green, sleepy little village of Kumarakom on the Vembanad Lake. It is one of the beautiful man- made land reclaim from the vast Vembanad Lake and is one of the most fascinating tourist hang out side. One of its main attention grasping wonders of the village is the popular Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary which is considered to be the only sanctuary for migratory birds to take shelter in it.

Accommodation is no problem for the visitors as most of the hotels are situated quite close to the tourist hot spot and attraction, thus allowing the guests to easily explore these destinations. Visitors are left thoroughly impressed by the hotels of Kumarakom as they are tailor made for the business and leisure travellers. These hotels are highly equipped with elegant amenities and luxurious rooms, conference halls and board rooms for the comfort of the visitors.

The Kochi International Airport at Nedumbassery is the nearest airport to Kumarakom at a distance of 85 km. Taxis are available from the airport to Kumarakom and they charge around Rs. 1600/-. The nearest railway station is Kottayam, 15 km away from here. Kumarakom can be reached by road and by boat. Kerala State Transport Corporation's (KSRTC) buses run to Kumarakom from different southern cities like Chennai and Bangalore.