KUMARAKOM BACKWATER BOATING

Kumarakom backwaters had become popular tourism destination located near the city of kottayam,in kerala,india,famous for its backwater tourism.Kumarakom backwaters very famous among all international tourist. By a motor boating in the backdrop of the vembanad lake,the largest freshwater lake in the state of kerala. kumarakom backwater boating is a major tourist attraction in kerala tourism package. Kumarakom boating explore a wide variety of flora and fauna. Major kumarakom backwater sightseeing is kumarakom bird sanctuary is a noted bird sanctuary where many species of migratory birds visit.The bird sanctuary extends over 14acres and came into existence following preservation efforts from the government. Through boating explore vembanad lake,the largest backwater in kerala,is habitat for many marine and freshwater fish species and it teems with karimeen (pearl spot also known as etroplus suratensis)..Kumarakom has a moderate climate throughout the year.It is perfectly balanced tropical climate is very conductive to cultivation. On kumarakom backwaters fishing is mainly done using the small boats (vallams) and gill nets. The main catches are black clam, karimeen and shrimp. Kumarakom has a wide variety of houseboats and is well known throughout the world for houseboat experience.