Sunset Cruise with Village Life and Local Food

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Kochi, India

5 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Explore the backwaters of Kerala and try traditional flavors on this private sunset cruise on a canoe. See the area's beauty without the commitment of an overnight cruise, and enjoy a dinner soundtracked by the local birds as you learn about local life and culture. Evening cruises tend to be more peaceful than day trips, and you'll see the sunset from the water.

Discover local wildlife in Kerala, such as herons, owls, and more
See local life up close, including local fishermen at work
Warm up with a tea or coffee and local Keralan treats
Pickup near Kumarakom is free, upgrade for pickup from further away

What's Included

Dinner
Safety Gears & Jackets, Village Life Experiences, Tea with Snacks, Kerala Style Dinner (Veg/Non Veg)

Travel Insurance

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Pick up within 5 kms radius from our place is free. Pick up beyond 5 kms radius is available with extra pick up charge.

Meeting point

Cheepunkal, Kavanattinkara, Kumarakom, Kerala 686563, India
Our meeting place is beneath the Cheepunkal bridge.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.3:30 pm

What To Expect

Bay Island Driftwood Museum

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed

Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

5.0

based on 26 reviews

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Amazing and tasty

Anne_A, Mar 2026

Jes was an amazing guide ! We learned a lot about life in the backwaters and about the climate changing… But the MUST was the dinner! Never had a such tasty Indian dinner! Amazing!! JEs is a wonderful cook !! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️