Kumarakom was initially an area located near a marshy mangrove on the edge of the Vembanad lake. The credit for categorizing Kumarakom as an ideal destination is due to an English missionary, Mr George Alfred Baker. He realized the immense potential of this area and it was in the year1878, the marshy mangrove on the bank of the Vembanad Lake was cleared and replaced by coconut plantations. He was awestruck by the beauty of this village that he decided to settle here. The bungalows with British legacy are still the living witnesses of the era when Baker and his ancestors made their dwelling here alongwith other development works like schools and churches. "Kari Saipu" as Alfred Baker was known locally and the ‘History house’ referring to the Bakers bungalow are still a part of Kumarakom’s history. Four generations of Bakers lived in the house until 1962. It is reported that they spoke Malayalam, the local language, and even wore the "mundu", which is the traditional formal wear of the people of Kerala. The Baker Memorial School in Kottayam, was started around 1825, by members of the same family. The Baker House itself was in ruins, until it was taken over by the Taj Group and restored into a luxury heritage hotel

Kumarakom was initially an area located near a marshy mangrove on the edge of the Vembanad lake. The credit for categorizing Kumarakom as an ideal destination is due to an English missionary, Mr George Alfred Baker. He realized the immense potential of this area and it was in the year1878, the marshy mangrove on the bank of the Vembanad Lake was cleared and replaced by coconut plantations. He was awestruck by the beauty of this village that he decided to settle here. The bungalows with British legacy are still the living witnesses of the era when Baker and his ancestors made their dwelling here alongwith other development works like schools and churches. "Kari Saipu" as Alfred Baker was known locally and the ‘History house’ referring to the Bakers bungalow are still a part of Kumarakom’s history. Four generations of Bakers lived in the house until 1962. It is reported that they spoke Malayalam, the local language, and even wore the "mundu", which is the traditional formal wear of the people of Kerala. The Baker Memorial School in Kottayam, was started around 1825, by members of the same family. The Baker House itself was in ruins, until it was taken over by the Taj Group and restored into a luxury heritage hotel

By air: Cochin International Airport is the nearest airport 85 kms away and the Trivandrum International Airport is 175 kms away. • By rail: The nearest railhead is Kottayam, just 14 Km away by road. Or you can alight at Ernakulam station and drive to Kumarakom(75 kms) • By boat: From Muhamma (near Alappuzha) to Kumarakom Jetty. Also boat services are available from Cochin to Muhamma and then to Kumarakom. • By road:The nearest town is Kottayam which is14 kilometres away. Buses and taxis are easily available at all times of the day from Kottayam.Also, tourists coming by air or alighting at Ernakulam can come by road (2 1/2 hours)

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By air: Cochin International Airport is the nearest airport 85 kms away and the Trivandrum International Airport is 175 kms away. • By rail: The nearest railhead is Kottayam, just 14 Km away by road. Or you can alight at Ernakulam station and drive to Kumarakom(75 kms) • By boat: From Muhamma (near Alappuzha) to Kumarakom Jetty. Also boat services are available from Cochin to Muhamma and then to Kumarakom. • By road:The nearest town is Kottayam which is14 kilometres away. Buses and taxis are easily available at all times of the day from Kottayam.Also, tourists coming by air or alighting at Ernakulam can come by road (2 1/2 hours)

Kumarakom lies 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.

Kumarakom lies 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.

Cruise in government approved boats. *Ensure safety measures. *Avoid swimming

Cruise in government approved boats. *Ensure safety measures. *Avoid swimming

Kumarakom enjoys a well-balanced tropical climate. The lowest and highest temperatures recorded are 16.10 C and 37.80 C. There is always a cool, fresh breeze, which makes even the warmest weather readily agreeable. The South West monsoon is from early June to early August. However, slight drizzles persist till early November. Average rainfall is 1100 mm per year. The peak tourist season is from November to March.

Kumarakom enjoys a well-balanced tropical climate. The lowest and highest temperatures recorded are 16.10 C and 37.80 C. There is always a cool, fresh breeze, which makes even the warmest weather readily agreeable. The South West monsoon is from early June to early August. However, slight drizzles persist till early November. Average rainfall is 1100 mm per year. The peak tourist season is from November to March.

Houseboat Cruises, Bay Island Museum, Bird Sanctuary

Houseboat Cruises, Bay Island Museum, Bird Sanctuary

Do not pollute or overuse water resources to maintain ecological balance Do not damage plants or collect any sample flora or fauna from the park Do not litter the sanctuaries with plastic packets or bottles, maintain ecological balance

Do not pollute or overuse water resources to maintain ecological balance Do not damage plants or collect any sample flora or fauna from the park Do not litter the sanctuaries with plastic packets or bottles, maintain ecological balance

November.May

November.May