A cluster of small islands in the still waters of Vembanad Lake is a tourist’s delight. The place is Kumarakom in the Kottayam district of Kerala.

The beautiful, green Kumarakom islands, surrounded by lagoons have a lot to offer. As you cruise on the Vembanad lake, the largest backwaters of Kerala, you get a pleasant experience of the swaying coconut palms the spreading paddy fields and the lush banana plantations.

Kumarakom is famous for its bird sanctuary. Many migratory birds visit Kumarakom every year. A wide variety of flora and fauna is also found here.

Don’t leave Kumarkom without tasting the karimeen and prawns, which await you here.