Kalappura Houseboats
Kalappura Houseboats
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Kalappura Houseboats is best known for Houseboat tours, Canoeing, Kayaking and other boating & village tour activities. Packages for houseboat cruise comes with Day Trip & Overnight options. "The Original and Best Canoeing one day trip on the Beautiful Alleppey Backwaters" with the original canoeing guide from Kalappura Tours.You will be met at the Homestay with your attentive and knowledgeable Host / Guide who will then take you on the local ferry through the beautiful backwaters, en-route you will be given refreshments. A gorgeous and homemade Keralan breakfast and a delicious lunch in banana leaf will be served to you at Guides house who will also explain the foods ingredients to you. The canoe will go through small and attractive backwaters where the Houseboats cannot enter. With no motor the journey is serene and the guide will answer any questions that you may have.. We look forward to welcoming you onboard at Kalappura Tours – Alleppey
Alappuzha, India
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Travellers' Choice
2024
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Passenger28959803588
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Dec 2024 • Family
We had an amazing experience on this houseboat and highly recommend it! From the start, Jose, the host, was fantastic. He gave a clear explanation of the amenities and introduced us to the crew, which made everything feel smooth and welcoming. We did a six-hour day trip with a couple lovely stops, including one to enjoy fresh coconut water.
Lunch was cooked fresh on the boat and was the best meal we have had in Kerala so far. They prepared an incredible spread of local dishes, all tailored to our dietary restrictions. If you let them know in advance, they are excellent at accommodating any needs, including Jain or vegan diets.
The staff was incredibly attentive, and the boat itself is newly renovated and super clean. The rooms were spacious and comfortable, perfect for a quick nap (and overnight stay if you’re doing that), and the bathrooms were impressively clean. There are many seating areas to relax in, and they even provide chai, snacks, and a great Bluetooth speaker for music.
We had such a wonderful time and would highly recommend this houseboat experience.
Lunch was cooked fresh on the boat and was the best meal we have had in Kerala so far. They prepared an incredible spread of local dishes, all tailored to our dietary restrictions. If you let them know in advance, they are excellent at accommodating any needs, including Jain or vegan diets.
The staff was incredibly attentive, and the boat itself is newly renovated and super clean. The rooms were spacious and comfortable, perfect for a quick nap (and overnight stay if you’re doing that), and the bathrooms were impressively clean. There are many seating areas to relax in, and they even provide chai, snacks, and a great Bluetooth speaker for music.
We had such a wonderful time and would highly recommend this houseboat experience.
Written 31 December 2024
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Jules
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Aug 2024 • Couples
I was a little worried about our stay on the houseboat as there are so many to choose from. However, as soon as I stepped on the boat I knew I had made the right decision. It is spotless and tidy. It is well kept. The owners met with us both to share the history of the houseboats and the local area. We had a wonderful cook and captain who took care of us throughout our stay. We were on a one bedroom boat which I highly recommend and we paid an additional fee for a trip down the narrow side canals the next morning: you must do this as you see local village life.
The bed is enormous and all clean and comfortable. We wouldn’t hesitate to book this houseboat again. There are many on the water but many are large and not well maintained. This boat is very clean and offers a more authentic experience.
The bed is enormous and all clean and comfortable. We wouldn’t hesitate to book this houseboat again. There are many on the water but many are large and not well maintained. This boat is very clean and offers a more authentic experience.
Written 12 August 2024
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Venture533773
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Feb 2025 • Couples
My partner and I had an incredible 2 night stay with Kalappura Houseboats. Everything was arranged seamlessly via Antony on WhatsApp, including transfers to and from the boat - which involved a long drive from our previous location. We had a private 1 bedroom houseboat which was beyond our expectations, it has all the modern amenities including WiFi, hot water and drinking water. Jose welcomed us and explained everything and the boat crew (Joseph and Jalan) were available throughout the trip for anything we needed. All meals provided were excellent and they will cook up fresh fish/shellfish if you want to purchase this from one of the canal side stores. We would definitely recommend the sunrise country boat tour where you are taken around some of the smaller canals which the houseboats can’t go down.
Written 13 February 2025
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Nikita S
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Oct 2024 • Family
Jose and his team were excellent from the get go. We were extremely pleased with our backwater trip and would definitely use them again and highly recommend this company to anyone. We were greeted with coconut water as we entered the boat, Jose introduced us to his team and they were all wonderful hosts. The chef cooked us a delicious meal during our trip and the experience was just so serene. I highly reccomend Kallapura Houseboats to book your trip with, their prices are very reasonable and so much better than the other companies that you are forced to haggle with. The service Jose provided was just seamless from start to end. Thank you to Jose and all his team for an unforgettable experience!!!
Written 24 October 2024
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Saravanan B
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Dec 2024 • Family
Our stay at Kalapura Homes, hosted by the kind and reliable Jose, was a delightful experience. He ensured everything was well-organized, from the houseboat and homestay to delicious food and reliable transport services. The country boat ride through the serene canals was a unique and thoroughly enjoyable experience. The houseboat's upper deck, with open and closed spaces for kids to enjoy, and the authentic bamboo ceiling added a charming, rustic touch to our trip.
We recommend skipping massages or buying fish during the trip and instead taking tips from Jose to explore options within Alappuzha city. His suggestions will help you make the most of your visit. We sincerely thank Jose for making our stay memorable and ensuring we had a wonderful experience.
We recommend skipping massages or buying fish during the trip and instead taking tips from Jose to explore options within Alappuzha city. His suggestions will help you make the most of your visit. We sincerely thank Jose for making our stay memorable and ensuring we had a wonderful experience.
Written 28 December 2024
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Alessandra C
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Dec 2023 • Friends
We slept in a house on the mainland but surrounded by greenery! Best breakfast of the trip! He then accompanied us the entire time (for dinner and then on the various boats: the large one for the main canal and lake, the small ones for the narrower canals... truly special typical lunch!!! The owner is very good and helpful: you will feel At home!

Written 7 January 2024
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Gregory L
5 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
We dealt with Joseph and Anthony, the owners of the company, and they were very responsive and professional. They handled the preparations without any problems, communicated often and clearly, and responded to our various needs and requests. We actually decided to upgrade from deluxe to premium and they handled that without issue for the same price. The upgrade widened the menu to include seafood.
The houseboat was a small one-bedroom vintage boat. The bedroom was cozy and the bed was excellent. Wide and gave good back support. The bathroom was clean and the room had good AC. It is on during the evenings when the houseboat docks.
That is common. There is no WiFi on the boat. The living / dining area is open but covered. There are two relaxing chairs to watch the world go by and a small dining table with a ceiling fan. There are also benches along the sides that are good for taking pictures. Getting on and off the boat is a little challenging, although we are older couple and we managed it with their helpful assistance. The boat and furnishings are a little dated. The boat is clean and clearly maintained, but the cushions have seen better days.
The captain, Joseph (a different Joseph), was experienced and friendly. He navigated the waterways safely and at an appropriate speed to enjoy the scenery. He was masterful in docking and departing the various locations. The cook, Jen, is excellent. We enjoyed every meal and every dish. It's amazing how much he could do in such a small kitchen. Neither the captain or the cook speak English with high fluency. They could of course communicate about the basics and were friendly, but they couldn't really explain what we were seeing or act as guides. That was the only disappointment.
The houseboat was a small one-bedroom vintage boat. The bedroom was cozy and the bed was excellent. Wide and gave good back support. The bathroom was clean and the room had good AC. It is on during the evenings when the houseboat docks.
That is common. There is no WiFi on the boat. The living / dining area is open but covered. There are two relaxing chairs to watch the world go by and a small dining table with a ceiling fan. There are also benches along the sides that are good for taking pictures. Getting on and off the boat is a little challenging, although we are older couple and we managed it with their helpful assistance. The boat and furnishings are a little dated. The boat is clean and clearly maintained, but the cushions have seen better days.
The captain, Joseph (a different Joseph), was experienced and friendly. He navigated the waterways safely and at an appropriate speed to enjoy the scenery. He was masterful in docking and departing the various locations. The cook, Jen, is excellent. We enjoyed every meal and every dish. It's amazing how much he could do in such a small kitchen. Neither the captain or the cook speak English with high fluency. They could of course communicate about the basics and were friendly, but they couldn't really explain what we were seeing or act as guides. That was the only disappointment.
Written 20 December 2023
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Excursion22225934716
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Jul 2024 • Couples
We stayed at jose's house boat. Houseboat experience was great. It has good living area with side sofa, dining table and chair. Private room and attached toilet/bathroom was clean and tide. The crew on boat was helpful and friendly too. In the evening, the boat gets docked around 5 PM and there is nothing much to explore outside. One needs to stay inside boat and plan activities inside or sleep early.
I would recommend to have house boat experience for couples/family.
I would recommend to have house boat experience for couples/family.
Written 4 August 2024
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Matteo L
Magenta, Italy2 contributions
Aug 2023
What an incredible experience has been my cruise around the Alleppey backwaters.
Jose's boat is just marvelous. It has a nice bedroom, a kitchen with a cook and nice resting area in front where you can enjoy the wonderful sightseeing.
Since the dimensions of boat allows it, you are able to see all the small canals that you cannot reach with a big boat, and have a glimpse to the countryside directly facing the canal's waters.
Passing the night in the quiet of the lake, with the sun setting over the waters, is the icing on the cake.
So much recommended. Don't miss the opportunity for a cruise with Jose.
Jose's boat is just marvelous. It has a nice bedroom, a kitchen with a cook and nice resting area in front where you can enjoy the wonderful sightseeing.
Since the dimensions of boat allows it, you are able to see all the small canals that you cannot reach with a big boat, and have a glimpse to the countryside directly facing the canal's waters.
Passing the night in the quiet of the lake, with the sun setting over the waters, is the icing on the cake.
So much recommended. Don't miss the opportunity for a cruise with Jose.
Written 21 August 2023
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Andy H
Kochi (Cochin), India7 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
Had a wonderful day on a houseboat and canoe on the backwaters of Allepey. Jose was amazing and arranged every aspect of the trip for me. The morning was beautifully serene on the water on the inredible houseboat, with a delicious breakfast served right on the boat. I had a wonderful traditional lunch at a house in a village then two hours canoeing down the narrow canals with my guide, before taking the ferry back to Alleppey town. Such a fantastic experience - I can't thank Jose enough :)
Written 7 October 2023
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How much does it cost for the day trip by house boat? We are 2 adults and 1 child of 7 year looking for booking on 25th December
Written 9 November 2024
Jose Joseph
Alappuzha District, India
Price varries depends on various factors.
Plz do contact +919895053528.
Will share all the possibilities.
Thank you
Written 13 December 2024
How much cost for a day canoeing backwater trip???
for couples..
I'm in April 27th to 29th
Written 27 March 2019
I think it was around 1250 rupees, which included transfer, all ferry tickets, canoe and driver and breakfast and lunch.
Written 27 March 2019
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