Enchanting Backwaters of Kerala

Poovar Backwaters

Estuary Backwaters
Thiruvananthapuram District

Pristine backwater destination where river, lake, sea and backwaters converge, creating a unique ecosystem.

Key Attractions:
Golden Sand Island Mangrove Forests Floating Cottages
October to March
27 km

Poonthura Backwater

Fishing Harbor Backwaters
Thiruvananthapuram District

Active fishing harbor backwaters showcasing traditional maritime culture and fishing industry.

Key Attractions:
Fishing Harbor Traditional Boats Fish Markets
October to March
15 km

Paravur Backwaters

Lake Backwaters
Kollam District

Scenic backwater stretch connecting to Ashtamudi Lake with traditional Kerala village experiences.

Key Attractions:
Lake Views Traditional Villages Coconut Lagoons
October to March
75 km

Vattakkayal

Round Lake
Kollam District

Circular backwater lake known for its unique shape and serene environment perfect for peaceful retreats.

Key Attractions:
Circular Lake Peaceful Environment Water Birds
November to March
85 km

Achankovil River Backwaters

Border River Backwaters
Pathanamthitta District

Border area river backwaters with pristine forest surroundings and traditional rural life.

Key Attractions:
Forest Surroundings Rural Villages Traditional Life
October to March
120 km

Kadalundi Backwaters

Bird Sanctuary Backwaters
Malappuram District

Backwater area shared with Kozhikode, famous for bird sanctuary and migratory birds.

Key Attractions:
Bird Sanctuary Migratory Birds Shared Waters
November to March
180 km

Kavvayi Backwaters

Largest North Kerala Backwaters
Kannur District

Largest backwater system in North Kerala with island clusters and diverse aquatic ecosystem.

Key Attractions:
Largest North Kerala System Island Clusters Diverse Ecosystem
October to March
390 km

Mahe Backwaters

Border Area Backwaters
Kannur District

Border area backwaters with French colonial history and unique cultural blend.

Key Attractions:
French Colonial History Border Area Cultural Blend
November to March
400 km

Chandragiri Backwaters

River Backwaters
Kasaragod District

Scenic river backwaters flowing through Kasaragod with pristine natural beauty.

Key Attractions:
Scenic River Natural Beauty Rural Settings
October to March
520 km