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20 Bedroom Houseboat

12:00 PM – 9:00 AM
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About This Houseboat

What to expect on a 20 bedroom houseboat

A 20 bedroom houseboat is the largest boat we book, for groups of 40 or more who want to stay together on the water. Twenty private bedrooms with attached bathrooms share one living and dining area, so the whole group eats together. The price includes 40 guests (2 per bedroom), and up to 80 can stay. Extra guests are charged per person, and children up to 5 stay free. Forty guests at two to a room fill the boat at its base price. Big celebrations often mix room sizes: couples and older guests two to a room, younger guests three or four. The boat is private: your group, its own captain and kitchen crew, and no other guests. Every meal is cooked fresh on board — a welcome drink, a Kerala lunch, evening tea with snacks, dinner and breakfast — with vegetarian and non-vegetarian menus arranged before you arrive. On a Deluxe boat the bedroom AC runs from 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM; on a Premium boat it runs on demand from check-in to check-out, and full-time AC can be added to a Deluxe booking. The overnight cruise boards at 12:00 PM at Punnamada and returns at 9:00 AM, crossing Vembanad Lake and the Kuttanad canals and anchoring near a village for the night. A day cruise from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM is also available, and a Kumarakom round trip can be added for an extra fee. Cake and floral decoration for celebrations can be arranged at extra cost.

IN 12:00 PM · OUT 09:00 AM (21 HRS)

Cruise Route & Schedule

  1. Day 1 · 12:00 PM

    Depart from Alleppey

    Board at the jetty, welcome drink served

  2. Afternoon

    Punnamada Lake & Vembanad Lake

    Kerala's largest lake — open water, wide skies

  3. Mid-afternoon

    R Block & C Block

    Man-made paddy fields from the lake, cultivation below sea level — a rare sight

  4. Late afternoon

    Rani · Chithira · Marthandam

    Villages, islands and narrow canals winding through coconut groves

  5. Evening

    Kainakari → Kuppapuram

    Boat docks for the night near the village. Dinner onboard under the stars.

  6. Day 2 · Morning

    Kuppapuram → Meenapally Kayal

    Breakfast onboard, early morning canal life

  7. Return

    Pallathuruthy → Alleppey

    Back at the jetty by 9:00 AM

Dining on Water

Authentic Kerala Meal Plan

All meals are freshly prepared on board by your dedicated chef using local spices and fresh lake catch.

Welcome Drink on the houseboat: Lemon Juice or Fresh Juice

Welcome Drink

Lemon Juice or Fresh Juice

Kerala Lunch on the houseboat: White Rice, Sambar, Vegetable Thoran

Kerala Lunch

White Rice, Sambar, Vegetable Thoran, Mezhukkupuratti, Fish Fry, Banana Kalan or Curd, Pappadam, Pickle, Fresh Salad, Seasonal Fruit

Evening Tea & Snacks on the houseboat: Tea or Coffee, Banana Fritters or Onion Pakoda

Evening Tea & Snacks

Tea or Coffee, Banana Fritters or Onion Pakoda

Dinner on the houseboat: Chapathi, White Rice, Dal Curry

Dinner

Chapathi, White Rice, Dal Curry, Chicken Curry or Chicken Roast, Vegetable Side Dish, Fresh Salad, Curd

Breakfast on the houseboat: Tea or Coffee, Idli with Sambar and Chutney, or Appam with Vegetable Stew or Egg Curry

Breakfast

Tea or Coffee, Idli with Sambar and Chutney, or Appam with Vegetable Stew or Egg Curry, or Puttu with Kadala Curry, or Bread, Butter, Jam and Omelette

Good to Know

Policies & Guidelines

Inclusions & Amenities

  • Private houseboat accommodation with a dedicated captain and chef.
  • Comprehensive fixed menu including welcome drink, lunch, evening tea with snacks, dinner, and breakfast.
  • Complimentary drinking water and an extended backwater cruise experience.

Air Conditioning (Category Specific)

  • Deluxe Houseboats: Air conditioning is available exclusively in the bedrooms and operates from 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
  • Premium Houseboats: Air conditioning is available in bedrooms on-demand from check-in to check-out.
  • Luxury Houseboats: Features a fully glass-enclosed living area with centralized air conditioning throughout the cruise.

Cruise Schedule & Guidelines

  • Check-in begins at 12:00 PM, with check-out scheduled for 9:00 AM the following morning.
  • For safety and to respect local fishing activities, night cruising is prohibited. The boat anchors securely overnight.
  • Special routes, such as Kumarakom round trips, are available subject to an additional fee.

Occupancy & Additional Guests

  • Base rates are calculated on single or double occupancy per bedroom.
  • Children up to 5 years of age stay free of charge.
  • Additional guests can be accommodated for an extra charge.

Dining Policy

  • Meals are prepared fresh on board using a fixed, authentic menu.
  • Both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options can be arranged. Please communicate any special dietary requests prior to your arrival.
  • Special arrangements like honeymoon cakes and floral decorations can be provided at an additional cost.

Seasonal Pricing Terms

  • Tariff rates are subject to increase during major festivals including Onam, Diwali, Pongal, Vishu, and Bakrid.
  • Peak season rates apply from December 20th to January 10th and will be notably higher.

FAQ

Questions, answered.

What guests ask before booking a 20 bedroom houseboat.

Who is a 20 bedroom houseboat best for?

Large company groups, college batches and multi-family celebrations of 40 or more — 40 guests at the base price and up to 80 on board.

How many guests can a 20 bedroom houseboat take?

The price includes 40 guests, two per bedroom, and the boat takes up to 80. Each guest beyond 40 is charged per person, and children up to 5 years stay free.

Is the whole 20 bedroom houseboat private?

Yes. You book the entire boat — all 20 bedrooms — with its own captain and kitchen crew. No other guests are on board.

Do all the bedrooms have AC and attached bathrooms?

All 20 bedrooms have attached bathrooms. Deluxe boats run bedroom AC from 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM; Premium boats run it on demand from check-in to check-out.

What is the largest houseboat you book in Alleppey?

The 20 bedroom houseboat: 40 guests are included in the price, and up to 80 can stay on board.

What time is check-in and check-out?

For an overnight stay, check-in is at 12:00 PM and check-out at 9:00 AM the next morning; the boat anchors for the night. A day cruise runs from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

How do we book?

Send your dates and head count on WhatsApp. We confirm the boat and the price for your dates in writing; a 25% advance holds the booking and the balance is paid at check-in.

Reviews

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Aditya Sharma

2 weeks ago

Booked the houseboat for our anniversary. The whole experience was very peaceful and the crew were genuinely helpful. The sunset cruise was amazing.

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Riya Kapoor

1 month ago

We were a little unsure about booking online, but everything went smoothly. The boat was clean, food was good and the staff were friendly.

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Arjun Patel

3 weeks ago

Did the overnight trip with my family. The backwaters were beautiful and the boat was comfortable. Definitely something different from a normal hotel stay.

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Sneha Verma

2 months ago

Really enjoyed the experience. We spent most of the evening sitting on the deck and watching the scenery. The crew were helpful and the food was surprisingly good.

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Nikhil Gupta

1 week ago

Booked a 2-bedroom boat for the family. Check-in was easy and everything was ready when we arrived. Nice relaxed trip without feeling rushed.

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Kavya Iyer

3 months ago

The morning cruise through the smaller canals was my favourite part. Very peaceful and you get to see a completely different side of Kerala.

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Aman Singh

4 days ago

First time staying on a houseboat and it was a great experience. The room was clean, staff were polite and the food was good.

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Megha Shah

1 month ago

We went with friends and had a really good time. Booking was straightforward and the crew took care of everything once we got on the boat.

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Rohit Malhotra

2 weeks ago

The whole trip was much more relaxed than I expected. Good food, comfortable room and beautiful views throughout the cruise.

From₹1,20,000per night