Kumarakom is a fascinating city in Kerala & a perfect blend of rich culture and natural beauty. Here in the city, everyone can find something according to their taste. There are many activities and sightseeing to try such as exploring a wildlife sanctuary, the food at toddy shops, the sunset from Kumarakom beach, and many places worth visiting for making a holiday memorable. Tourists have several options to stay in the city such as riverside resorts, houseboats, and many hills-facing bungalows. We have arranged a list of tourist places to visit in Kumarakom that you include on your bucket list.

Famous Tourist places at Gemstone of Kerala – Kumarakom

1. Famous Jatayu Rock

Jatayu Park is one of the largest parks in India and is spread over 65 acres of land. As the name suggests, the park is inspired by the mythological character of Jatayu from Ramayana. Jatayu helped Ram Sena in finding Sita Mata and the park is made where this mighty bird died while fighting Ravana. For a better view of the park, you can take your drone here for an aerial view of the place. Jatayu Park is open every day and attracts thousands of tourists.    

Visiting hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Entry Fee: INR400 per person

Trip Duration: Around 2 hours

2. Bay Island Driftwood Museum

The museum is a very majestic place in Kerala and on your visit, you can see sculptures and several items made of wood. The wood for making items here is not collected by cutting trees, the wood is taken from the shores of the Bay of Bengal. After cyclones and bad sea conditions, the twisted trunks, roots, and branches are collected for making beautiful sculptures and the maker of these masterpieces has also been featured in “Limca Book of World Records”. 

Visiting hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Entry fee: INR 50 per person  

Trip Duration: Around 1-2 Hours

3. Houseboats at Kumarakom Backwaters

This is the most exciting activity that you can experience during your trip to Kerala. Backwaters splendid beauty of the landscape surrounded by green hills, coconut trees, and Chinese fishing nets. The place is the most visited place in Kumarakom. You can spend a day in luxury boats and here you will be served food and a guide for safety.  

Location: Vembanad Lake

Visiting hours: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Trip Duration: Around 3 hours 

4. Aruvikkuzhi Waterfall

Aruvikkuzhi waterfall is mostly visited by tourists for a picnic and the best time for visiting the place is in winter and monsoon season because in summer the waterfall dries up and due to hot weather, it is not suitable for visiting in summer. The best thing about the place is that the waterfall forms a water pool on the base and is ideal for swimming. As there is no entry fee so you can spend as much time as you want.  

Visit timings: 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM  

Room fee: Free

Ideal Duration: Around 1 hour 

5. Beautiful Pathiramanal Island

Pathiramanal Island is a small island and is ideal for visiting and staying for a day and beautiful for Eco- Tourism in Kerala. The island attracts around 140 species of migratory birds. To reach the island you can hire a boat on rent, and you must carry a camera for shooting the bird’s beauty. The island floats Vembanad Lake and the place is surrounded by lavish green beauty. There are many packages available to choose from which will add comfort and services.  

Visiting Timings: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Entry Fee: Prices of packages vary 

Trip Duration: Around 1-2 Hours 

6. Bird Sanctuary

Vembanad Lake is a perfect place for birdwatchers and is worth visiting sightseeing in Kerala. The sanctuary is surrounded by lush green forests and is home to many migratory birds. To reach the sanctuary you can take a boat ride and which takes around 10 minutes. Photography is allowed here to capture the real beauty of nature and beautiful birds, the sanctuary does charge some fees for the camera.       

Visiting Hours: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Entry Fee: INR50 – INR100 

Trip Duration: Around 2 Hours

7. Antiques at Craft Museum

Craft Museum is visited by many tourists and the museum displays a collection of various rare and antique items. There are many antique idols of Gods and Goddesses, also you can buy some items like key chains, houseboats models and many animal statues. The place is blended with cultural and historical significance, during weekends the place is mostly visited by locals and tourists.        

Visiting Hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Location: Old Curiosity Shop Kumarakom, Kottayam

Charges: Entry by-pass only

8. A day at Kumarakom Beach 

This is famous among adventure seekers and couples who seek beautiful sunsets. There are many activities to be a part of like parasailing, skiing, surfing, and sunset views. Being one of the most visited places in Kumarakom the beach also has a luxurious Kumarakom Lake Resort. At the place, you can have seafood which is best in town and near the beach, there are many food shops.      

Visiting Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Trip Duration: Around 1-2 hours

Entry Fee: Free

9. Thanneermukkom Bund – Largest Mud regulator

The Thanneermukkom Bund is the largest mud regulator in the whole of India the barrier divides the lake into two parts the purpose of the bund was to prevent tidal actions. Many tourists visit here to admire the green surrounding and blue sky with the beautiful water body. For a better experience and boating in the lake, you can rent a boat.  

Visiting hours: All-day

Trip Duration: Around 1 hour

Location: Kuttanad, Vembanad Lake

10. Ancient Shiva Temple

The Ancient Shiva Temple is located near Vazhamana Road in Vaikom and on the temple ceiling narration of Ramayana is sculpted. There is a statue of Nataraja also known as Shiva and at the center, there is a lamp that is always lit. In the month of February, a celebration of light is held here which lasts around 10 days.      

Visiting Hours: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Entry Fee: Free 

Trip Duration: Around 1 hour 

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