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SPICE COAST CRUISES
Elaborations in Wood and RopeOur
Spice Coast cruises feature single and two-bedroom houseboats, complete with
kitchens, bathrooms and your own personal cooks-cum-attendants-cum-boatmen.
The boat hulls are made from seasoned 'Anjili' (Jackfruit) logs, that have a
natural gentle curvature. Keels are flat, because the rivers here can get
mighty shallow at times, and also to allow the boat to be easily punted.
(They come with a quiet outboard motor too, so the boatman can get some
rest)
Respecting the ancient character of the Kettuvallom, we took
an integrative approach to the interiors. You'll see natural and local
materials everywhere, products of the forest of wealth that surrounds the
backwaters. The decks are laden with coir matting, and the distinctive
canopy uses split bamboo, lashed together with coir and covered with palm
fronds.
Note the winged awnings, that, when raised, give the
houseboat a distinctly rakish air. Legend has it that they're a Chinese
influence, (like the fishing nets). Be that as it may, we put in a few extra
ones, to take full advantage of the breeze, and so you can get a better look
at the view.
FACTSHEET Traditional Houseboat Cruises.
Accomodation
: One and Two Bedroom Kettuvalloms
Facilities : Living
room, bed room with attached bathroom Solar power Crew - Navigator / cook
Regular doctors on call
Distance : 55 kms from Cochin 95
Kms from Cochin international airport
Seasons : Jan - Mar:
cool, dry April - May: Summer June - August: Monsoon Sept - Dec: pleasant,
dry
Address : Puthenangadi Jetty, Kottayam.
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