The Living Islands | Kadamakudy

Discover a hidden tropical paradise in Kochi

Kadamakudy, nestled in the beautiful backwaters of Kerala, is a captivating island cluster that showcases the true essence of coastal and riverine life. With its pristine natural beauty, rich history and heritage, it has slowly become an offbeat destination for local tourists seeking a truly authentic village experience not very far from Kochi. The islands boast a lifestyle of both fishing and farming and provide visitors with the opportunity to witness their sustainable lifestyle and practices. The lush greenery and tranquil waterways offer a soothing escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, allowing travellers to unwind, relax and rejuvenate amidst nature's splendour. Additionally, Kadamakudy is also a paradise for migratory birds who make the living islands their home.

Whether it's learning the stories of the islanders, exploring the untouched beauty of this island paradise, indulging in delicious seafood or simply soaking in the serenity of the backwaters, these living islands thrive with so much life and offers a truly authentic and unforgettable living heritage experience in Kochi.

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Focus: Nature, culture, cuisine, people, places

Duration: ~3 Hours

Distance: ~10 Kms

Private Tour Time slots: 3:30 pm, Mon-Fri

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✪ Highlights

Discover the ultimate serenity of Kochi's pristine backwaters and immerse yourself in an indelible village experience through a boat cruise.
Engage and interact with locals and delve into their sustainable lifestyle they have carried on for generations with traditional integrated fishing and farming techniques.
This tour exquisitely combines the captivating allure of natural life by the backwaters, vibrant local stories, and the delectable tasting of indigenous cuisine.
If weather permits, witness the breathtaking beauty of the landscape as the sun sets in the horizon, painting it with a kaleidoscope of colours.
Experience all of this on Kochi's first zero-emission private boat for a premium eco-friendly experience.

✪ What's included

Tour led by a knowledgeable local storyteller.
Island boat cruise
Lifejacket
Island inspired food tasting
Local farm visit
Bottled water

✪ What's excluded

Hotel pickups and drops.
Sightseeing points that fall outside of the curated route.
We do not provide umbrellas, raincoats, hats/caps, face-masks or sanitizers.
We do not enter any heritage monuments except what is mentioned in the inclusions.

✪ Traveller Tips

We recommend wearing comfortable footwear and using sunscreen.
Please also carry your own umbrella/raincoat or cap/hat/sunglasses (as the weather dictates).
This tour involves moderate physical activity, including walking and boarding the boat. Participants should have a reasonable level of fitness and mobility.
The tour can be combined with an island inspired thali meal/ food platter for an additional charge.

✪ Mandates

This is a boat cruise and an outdoor village island experience.
Photography is permitted. Videography is not permitted. If you are a researcher, guide, a travel writer, or a blogger, kindly request consent from the Organizer before the tour.
You will be served refreshments / meals (if applicable) in places that follow hygiene and sanitary guidelines approved by The Kochi Heritage Project.

✪ Cancellation & Refund Policy

The Kochi Heritage Project works on a 100% advance payment before the walk. Tour bookings shall be confirmed only once The Kochi Heritage Project receives full payment.
Tour can be cancelled up to 7 days before their start for a full refund. Tour cancellation made between 7 to 3 days of the tour incur a 50% cancellation fee and within 3 days of the tour date incur a 100% cancellation fee, though they can be rescheduled for no additional fees.
No refunds will be issued in case an attendee/attendees fail to turn up for the tour.
All of our tours are rain or shine, and will only be cancelled due to extreme weather conditions. If a guest chooses to cancel a tour due to weather, the above policy stands.
Cancellation of a tour due to circumstances beyond the control of The Kochi Heritage Project including but not limited to an act of God, riots, war, strikes, civil unrest, terrorism, governmental regulations, floods, earthquakes, fire, extreme weather and other natural disasters, shall be made at The Kochi Heritage Project's sole discretion without notice. Actual costs incurred on special arrangements made for the tour (if any), including cancellation charges on vehicles booked shall be deducted.
The Kochi Heritage Project shall at its discretion be entitled to cancel any tour on a full refund of the fees to the guest for any reason that the company may deem fit with or without prior notice to the guest.
Payment of refund shall be made within 15 days of walk cancellation. (subject to the above cancellation policy)

The Living Islands | Kadamakudy

Discover a hidden tropical paradise in Kochi

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