Enchanting Backwaters of Kerala

Veli Lagoon

Urban Lagoon
Thiruvananthapuram District

Beautiful lagoon near Thiruvananthapuram city with recreational facilities and water sports.

Key Attractions:
Veli Tourist Village Floating Bridge Adventure Park
October to April
8 km

Pamba River Backwaters

Sacred River Backwaters
Pathanamthitta District

Sacred river backwater stretches leading to Sabarimala, combining pilgrimage significance with natural beauty.

Key Attractions:
Sacred Pamba River Pilgrimage Route Temple Views
October to April
95 km

Idukki Reservoir

Highland Lake
Idukki District

Scenic highland reservoir surrounded by mountains, offering unique high-altitude water experience.

Key Attractions:
Highland Setting Mountain Views Dam Structure
October to March
170 km

Kochi Backwaters

Urban Backwaters
Ernakulam District

Urban backwater network around Kochi city, combining city views with traditional backwater experiences.

Key Attractions:
City Skyline Modern Bridges Urban Views
November to March
85 km

Vembanad Lake Ernakulam

Lake Extension
Ernakulam District

Ernakulam portion of Vembanad Lake extending into the district with unique perspectives.

Key Attractions:
Lake Extension District Boundaries Varied Landscapes
November to February
88 km

Kadamakkudy Backwaters

Island Backwaters
Ernakulam District

Island cluster backwaters with traditional fishing communities and organic farming.

Key Attractions:
Island Clusters Fishing Communities Organic Farms
October to March
90 km

Kodungallur Backwaters

Historic Port Backwaters
Thrissur District

Historic port area backwaters with ancient trading heritage and cultural significance.

Key Attractions:
Historic Port Trading Heritage Cultural Sites
October to March
105 km

Malampuzha Reservoir

Mountain Lake
Palakkad District

Artificial lake surrounded by gardens and hills, offering recreational water activities.

Key Attractions:
Mountain Lake Garden Surroundings Hill Views
October to March
118 km

Pookode Lake

Highland Freshwater Lake
Wayanad District

Natural freshwater highland lake surrounded by evergreen forests and mountain scenery.

Key Attractions:
Highland Lake Evergreen Forests Mountain Views
October to May
285 km