Backwater resorts and a bird sanctuary on Vembanad Lake
Distance from Kochi
~75 km, around 2 hours by road
Best time to visit
November to February; the bird sanctuary is most active October to March
Ideal duration
1-2 days
Kumarakom sits on the eastern shore of Vembanad Lake and offers a quieter, more resort-oriented alternative to Alleppey for experiencing Kerala's backwaters, alongside a well-known bird sanctuary.
A direct drive from Kochi, often paired with Alleppey as a two-destination backwaters trip.
Book a chauffeur-driven cab, or browse a ready-made package.
