Kumarakom Backwaters & Bird Sanctuary
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A backwater resort area on the eastern shore of Vembanad Lake, lined with high-end resorts. Its bird sanctuary is home to many waterbirds and migratory birds.
Kumarakom lies on the eastern shore of Vembanad Lake, about 60 km from Kochi. It is a quieter backwater destination than Alappuzha. Several high-end resorts in traditional timber style line the lake. You can explore the waters by houseboat or small boat, and watch villagers fishing and the rice fields.
The Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary on the lakeshore covers about 14 acres and has about 2 km of forest trails. From November to February you can see herons, cormorants, kingfishers and Siberian migratory birds. It is best to visit between 6 and 8 a.m. Entry to the sanctuary is inexpensive.
Opening hours
Bird reserve about 06:00–17:30
Nearby sights
- Marari Beach
- Alleppey (Alappuzha) Backwaters
- Alappuzha Beach
- Kerala Folklore Museum
- Hill Palace Museum, Tripunithura
- Paradesi Synagogue & Jew Town
- Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace)
- Dhobi Khana, Fort Kochi