Kumarakom is a beautiful & a pleasant village on the Vembanad Lake ,14km from Kottayam where, lush vegetation, meandering waterways and a great climate attract visitors from around the globe. Kumarakom is a part of Kuttanad ('granary' of Kerala) and the lake, an enchanting picnic spot and a fast developing backwater tourism destination in India, provides boating, fishing and sightseeing opportunities to tempt visitor’s adventurous side.Its a little islands on the Vembanad Lake in the area of Kuttanad. Lined by several strings of palm trees, the region is home to luxuriant paddy fields, blue lagoons, deep backwaters, and dense mangroves that are the quarters of several diverse species of vegetation and wildlife.
Climate
Being situated very close to the sea, Kumarakom has a moderate climate, with heavy rains during June-August due to the southwest monsoon. Winter starts from December and continues till February in Kumarakom. In summer, the temperature in Kumarakom rises to a maximum of 35°C and 25°C in the winters. Annual average rainfall in Kumarakom is 310 cm.
migratory birds such as the Siberian storks. Boats are available for backwater cruises in the lake.
Reaching Kumarakom is another point of concern while planning your tour to this city. It is quite convenient as there are ample transportation options on hand. Cochin International Airport and the Trivandrum International Airport are the main easily accessible airports near the town of Kumarakom. Rail services are regularly on offer via Kottayam which is located 16 km away. You can also make use of the boat services from Muhamma (near Alappuzha) to Kumarakom Jetty. Buses and taxis ply at random throughout the day from Kottayam.
Backwaters
Kerala is known for its panoramic backwater stretches, lush green paddy fields, highlands and beaches. The major backwater stretch is in Kottayam district, where a network of rivers and canals empty into the great expanse of water called the Vembanad Lake. Located at Kumarakom 16 km from Kottayam town, the Vembanad Lake, an enchanting picnic spot and a fast developing backwater tourism destination, provides boating, fishing and sight seeing experiences that are truly exhilarating. Kumarakom slumbers on the banks of the famous Vembanad Lake. The Vembanad Lake with its majestic canals, streams and distributaries along its banks weave an intricate and enchantingly beautiful web. The gorgeous green of the fringed palms ripple in the blue waters and blend into wavelets.
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
Covering an area of 14 acres, the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is a delight for the lovers of birds. It occupies the area on the banks of the Vembanad Lake and offers its visitors a glimpse into the Kerala's natural beauty. The Sanctuary is actually a paradise for those who wish to escape away from the maddening rush of the city life and be with nature as well as themselves for a while. The flourishing pastures and the countryside life are interspersed with the beautiful Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. Teals, egrets, darters, herons, teal, waterfowl, cuckoo, wild duck and migratory birds like the Siberian stork that live there in teems are an enthrallment for guests. The finest way to watch the birds of the Kumarakom sanctuary is a boat trip round the islets 16 km west of Kottayam on the Vembanad Lake. The Sanctuary teems with local waterfowls and over wintering
Enjoy Houseboat and motorboat Cruise
This is perhaps the most popular way to sight the bird population of the park. On board the houseboats and motorboats, it becomes possible to sight a number of birds without actually disturbing them. What makes these cruises all the more special is the kind of tranquility felt while sailing through the serene waters of the Vembanad Lake. The Island of Pathiramanal (meaning Sands of night) which attracts a large number of migratory birds is also easily accessible from the boats. The story of the island goes that when a Brahmin entered into the water to perform his evening ablution, it made way and gave rise to land from below.
How to Reach
- By Air
The nearest airport is at Cochin (Kochi) located -76km
- By Rail
Kottayam is well connected with the major towns in and outside Kerala by an extensive rail network. The railway station is situated just 2km from the central bus station.
- By Road
Kottayam is connected to major cities of South India by good roads. There are two bus stations, the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation bus station on TB Road and a private bus stand near the railway station.
