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Kumarakom Backwaters Bird Sanctuary Coconut Lagoon Private Tour

Kochi, India
  • 8 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • Private transportation
    • All Fees and Taxes
    • Shikkara Boat for Cruising in the backwaters for exclusively for you
    • Alcoholic Beverages
    • Lunch

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point

    Pickup details

    Expanded Additional Pick up Information Meeting at Cochin Port (Cruise Passengers) Our friendly team from Excel India Tours will be waiting for you 30 minutes before your cruise ship arrives at Cochin Port. After completing immigration formalities, simply exit the terminal building. Our representative will be standing just outside the immigration exit holding a name board (pager board) with the lead traveller's name, making it easy for you to locate us. We continuously monitor your ship's arrival time. In case of minor delays, your pickup will be adjusted accordingly, ensuring a smooth and worry-free start to your tour. Pickup locations Complimentary pickup and drop-off can be arranged from: Kochi (Cochin) Alappuzha (Alleppey) Kumarakom Kottayam Cherthala Thuravoor Aroor If you require pickup from locations farther away, such as Kollam (Quilon), Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram), Munnar, Thekkady, or other destinations in Kerala, please contact us before booking or immediately after your reservation. We will be happy to arrange transportation for an additional charge on mutually agreed terms. Important information Please provide your hotel name and address or cruise ship name and arrival time when booking. We recommend carrying a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, and comfortable walking shoes. Binoculars are recommended for birdwatching, especially during the migratory bird season (November to March). This is a private tour, so only your group will participate, allowing you to enjoy the experience at your own pace. The itinerary can be slightly customized to suit your interests and available time, subject to operational feasibility. The tour is suitable for families, couples, solo travellers, photographers, birdwatchers, and nature enthusiasts.

    Itinerary

    Aroor (Pass By)

    Chandiroor (Pass By)

    Kuthiathodu (Pass By)

    St Augustine Church Aroor (Pass By)

    Thuravoor Mahakshethram (Pass By)

    Vayalar (Pass By)

    Thanneermukkom (Pass By)

    Aymanam (Pass By)

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    Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

    3 hours Admission Ticket Included

    Cherthala (Pass By)

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 4 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Must do in Kochi

    Adam_B, Mar 2026
    Such an amazing experience! Joyce, our guide, was informative and an all around great guide! Driver was great! This is a must do while in Kochi!

    Response from Host, Mar 2026

    Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you had such an amazing experience exploring Kumarakom with us. It’s great to know you enjoyed the tour and found the guidance informative and engaging. Your kind words about the driver are also truly appreciated. We’re grateful for your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on another memorable journey in Kerala! 😊

    We were lucky to have a...

    Melanie_B, Feb 2026
    We were lucky to have a very peaceful cruise on the beautiful backwaters. The boat was just for the two of us. The guy operating the boat was keen to spot, show and tell us many different birds along the circuit. His English was limited but he tried really hard. The guide we had, (didn't get his name) spoke very little. On our journey, from port to Kumarakom, we travelled through many interesting looking villages, without any dialogue. I had my own notes, in the boot of the car, unfortunately. The journey was about 90 minutes. The boat operator also stopped several times to set us ashore and show us things on land.

    Response from Host, Feb 2026

    Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. We’re delighted you enjoyed a peaceful private cruise on the beautiful backwaters and appreciated the boatman’s genuine effort to spot birds and show you local life along the way. We sincerely regret that the road journey from the port to Kumarakom lacked commentary and that the accompanying guide’s communication did not meet your expectations. Your comments are valuable to us, and we are addressing this to ensure clearer explanations and more engaging narration in future tours. Thank you for highlighting both the positives and the areas for improvement—your feedback helps us enhance the experience for our guests. We truly hope to welcome you again for an even more enriching journey.

    Nice backwaters boat trip

    Dyuti_S, Dec 2025
    Very efficiently organised. The owner of the agency, Joyce, personally came to greet us and then we headed to the backwaters in a car to the Kumarakom jetty where we had a nice boat ride exploring the backwaters and then back to the hotel. Would recommend Joyce and his team:)

    Response from Host, Dec 2025

    Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation 😊 It was a pleasure meeting you personally and arranging your Kumarakom backwaters experience. I’m glad you enjoyed the smooth organisation, the scenic boat ride, and the time spent exploring the backwaters. On behalf of my entire team, thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back to Kerala again in the future. Warm regards!

    Backwater tour with Houseboat

    minesh, Jan 2024
    The backwater tour was nice .The guide Rajen was excellent we enjoyed our time we also had stout to Cochin. Rajen explained everything in detail. I would recommend to all my friends

    Response from Host, Feb 2024

    Thank you very much for your kind words. The review inspire us for better service to all our valued clients.

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