Navigating the Perfect Packing Strategy for Your Backwater Adventure Preparing for a Kerala houseboat trip requires careful planning and smart packing. The unique environment of Kerala’s backwaters demands a thoughtful approach to what you bring along. This guide will ensure … Read More
Welcome to a Tropical Symphony
Luxury houseboat cruise in the backwaters of Alappuzha
Unwind & Explore
Cruise in the best houseboats of Kerala. We take you on the backwater canals in a personal, luxurious kettuvalam (houseboat), watching the paddy fields painted rich greens, rice barges and village life along the slim canals of Alappuzha.
The Spice Routes Experience
Enjoy a private backwater cruise in an ultra luxury houseboat with the best of rustic charm & conveniences. We bring you special services like an exclusive check-in, premium on-board dining, immersive luxury and interaction with local people around Alleppey. We promise this kerala backwater cruise will unfurl inspiring sights, extraordinary meals and incredible meetings with locals to make it a memorable holiday.
Our Houseboats
Choose from our plush fleet of 1 bedroom to 5-bedroom premium houseboats, with additional conference facilities.
Alleppey & Around
The slender coastal strip of Alleppey crisscrossed by a network of glistening water canals is in the spectacular company of a number of beaches, ancient temples, churches & cultural destinations. There is ample for the traveller to explore Kerala on an ultra luxury houseboat tour.
Our Distinguished Guests
Khalid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa
The Spice Routes experience on the houseboat was extremely comfortable and memorable. It opened my eyes to the stunning backwater landscape.
Khalid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa
Dy. Prime Minister of Bahrain
Ms.Sheila Dixit
We spent a very enjoyable and memorable few hours on the Spice Routes cruise in the stunning backwaters of Alleppey. It is heartening to be up close to one of the best experiences that Kerala has to offer.
Sheila Dixit, Former Chief Minister of Delhi
Indian politician & stateswoman
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of The Netherlands
We'd like to thank the crew for the excellent assistance and tour of the beautiful backwaters of Alleppey during the State visit of the King & Queen .
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima
King & Queen of The Netherlands
Stories from the Backwaters
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Best Time to Experience a Houseboat in Kerala’s Backwaters: A Seasonal Guide
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