Unique Escapes: Houseboat Holidays
From the twinkling backwaters of Kerala to the slightly cooler banks of the Thames, we can organise an extraordinary houseboat holiday for you.
Luxury houseboat accommodation: Kerala, India
A trip aboard a houseboat is a royal way to experience the backwaters of Kochi, Kumarakom and Alleppey. Explore the backwaters of Kerala from a floating palace made from natural fibres, such as coconut husks, bamboo and woven palm leaves, plucked from the tropical surroundings. Cruise along the narrow canals enjoying a view to the rice paddies, lush foliage and backwater villages, feast on home-cooked local cuisine, and recline on the open-air day bed on the bow of the houseboat.
The traditional houseboats are spacious and comfortable, with two bedrooms, a washroom and ample living space. At night time you will be cloaked in the magic of the backwaters and sleep to the sound of the waters lapping the wooden hull. Spend one or more nights on board, or choose to travel by houseboat between Unique Home Stays in the area.
Suggested Itinerary:
Fly into Cochin (Kochi), take a taxi transfer to Motty’s Homestay, in Alleppey and spend at least two days and nights in this luxury homestay to enjoy the Heritage Walk, Ayurvedic Massage and Cookery Courses. Then hop on a houseboat for a backwater experience, stopping en route to take in some of the smaller canals and local villages by dugout canoe. Spend at least one night on the houseboat and travel onboard to the beautiful island in the backwaters of Kumarakoram. Here you can relax in the arms of nature, learn about the wealth of produce grown on the farm, take a sunset cruise on a wooden punt and indulge in gourmet local cuisine and the luxurious setting of private waterfront cottages.
Luxury Houseboat Holidays in London:
Treat yourself to a luxury stay on an exclusive houseboat, Grand decor, lavish furniture and four-poster beds adorn this beautiful 90ft boat moored on the south bank of the Thames. Snug accommodation for 6 people stretches across two decks equipped with central heating and double-glazing, and the canopied third deck is the perfect place to sip a glass of wine and watch city life go by. Onboard your private palace on water you are tucked away from the hustle and bustle, yet within arms’ reach of the Capital’s highlights. And you don’t have to scrimp on the luxuries of a landlubber’s lifestyle – you have access to car parking, a fitness suite and a swimming pool.