Enchanting Backwaters of Kerala

Poovar Backwaters

Estuary Backwaters
Thiruvananthapuram District

Pristine backwater destination where river, lake, sea and backwaters converge, creating a unique ecosystem.

Key Attractions:
Golden Sand Island Mangrove Forests Floating Cottages
October to March
27 km

Achankovil River Backwaters

Border River Backwaters
Pathanamthitta District

Border area river backwaters with pristine forest surroundings and traditional rural life.

Key Attractions:
Forest Surroundings Rural Villages Traditional Life
October to March
120 km

Kayamkulam Lake

Historic Lake
Alappuzha District

Historic backwater lake with cultural significance and traditional boat building industry.

Key Attractions:
Historic Significance Boat Building Cultural Heritage
October to March
100 km

Azhikode Kayal

Coastal Backwaters
Thrissur District

Coastal backwater system where inland waters meet the Arabian Sea creating unique ecosystem.

Key Attractions:
Coastal Interface Sea Meeting Point Unique Ecosystem
November to March
120 km

Biyyam Backwaters

River Estuary
Malappuram District

River estuary backwaters with traditional boat building and fishing industry.

Key Attractions:
River Estuary Boat Building Fishing Industry
November to March
165 km

Beypore Backwaters

Dhow Building Backwaters
Kozhikode District

Famous for traditional dhow building and Arab trading history with unique maritime heritage.

Key Attractions:
Dhow Building Maritime Heritage Arab Trading History
October to March
220 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

Valiyaparamba Backwaters

Island Chain Backwaters
Kasaragod District

Beautiful island chain backwaters offering spectacular views and diverse aquatic ecosystems.

Key Attractions:
Island Chains Spectacular Views Diverse Ecosystems
October to April
550 km

Bekal Backwaters

Fort Backwaters
Kasaragod District

Historic backwaters near the famous Bekal Fort with combination of heritage and natural beauty.

Key Attractions:
Bekal Fort Views Historic Setting Heritage Combination
October to March
535 km