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Traditionally, the houseboat was called kettuvallom,
which means a boat made by tying together pieces of wood. Incredible may sound,
not a single nail is used in the making of a kettuvallom.Jack wood planks are
joined together with coir rope and then coated with black resin made from
boiled cashew nut shells.
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Today, these giant 80 foot long crafts have been adapted into
luxuriously furnished houseboats. A kettuvallom usually has one, two or three
bath attached bedrooms, an open lounge, deck, kitchenette and a crew comprising
oarsmen, a cook and guide.
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Features of the Houseboat
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Each houseboat is of excellent construction and luxurious
furnishing, with exquisite flooring, hull and valavara (canopy). They are in
top cruising worthy condition.
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Houseboat is provided with a sun deck, spacious living / dining
area (200 sq. ft.), one, two and three bedrooms (varying from 100 sq. ft.- 130
sq. ft.), separate toilets for the crew, spacious passage and a neat, classy
kitchen (75 sq. ft.).
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Adequate numbers of buoys are provided and so are fire buckets.
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Solid wastes and sewage are not directly discharged into the
water, bio-chemical alternatives are provided and for energy requirements solar
power is used.
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Wherever possible environment-friendly practices are put to use
and plastics are strictly not used.
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Locally available palm trees, areca nut trees, bamboos and other
ethnic materials are used for the boat construction. Also local communities are
encouraged to actively involve themselves in this venture.
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The services of professional cooks are available on the boat.
And the fixed menu offered is excellent and exotic.
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Excellent reading materials can also be accessed.
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All materials used onboard are eco-friendly, from the Solar
Power energy system to the decor. Skillfully equipped with every safety and
luxury amenities. We are working hard to ensure that the highest standards are
maintained onboard. Making your time with us, enchanting in every way.
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Book online Call:
+91-80-22111401 -04 or +91-821-2429222 Email:
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Boats – Tariff valid till 30th September 2008 |
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Air Conditioned Houseboats
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2 Pax |
4 Pax |
6 Pax |
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| Alleppey-Alleppey |
6600 |
11250 |
15000 |
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| Alleppey-Kumarakom |
7200 |
11900 |
15700 |
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Deluxe Air Conditioned Houseboats
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| Route |
2 Pax |
4 Pax |
6
Pax |
8
Pax |
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| Alleppey-Alleppey |
8500 |
14400 |
21250 |
27500 |
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| Alleppey-Kumarakom |
9200 |
15000 |
21900 |
28150 |
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Premium Air-conditioned Houseboats
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| Route |
2 Pax |
4 Pax |
6 Pax |
8
Pax |
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| Alleppey-Alleppey |
11250 |
18750 |
25000 |
35000 |
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| Alleppey-Kumarakom |
11900 |
19400 |
25600 |
35600 |
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Children below 5 years are free.
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Children above 5-12 Rs 500/- without extra mattress
Children above 5-12 Rs 1250/- with extra mattress
Extra Person Rs 1500/- with extra mattress
Taxes - 4.90% Service Tax will be extra on the above rates
Note:
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