Blessed with natural scenic beauty, cascading backwaters, enchanting waterfalls, meandering rivers, rolling hills, assorted flora and fauna, rich traditions and culture, exotic wildlife sanctuaries and parks, Kerala is the most sought after holiday destination in India, luring tourists worldwide to explore its enigmatic beauty. The beauty of Kerala can't be described in words. The matchless scenic beauty of the state makes it so popular to be enrolled in the list of "50 Places of Lifetime" by the National Geographic Traveler Magazine. Due to the bountiful attractions and destinations a large number of tourists from all over the world come to Kerala to make their vacation in a delightful and memorable way. The "Kashmir of South" i.e. Kerala is a perfect place to spend some quality time having intimacy with the Mother Nature.
Among the bountiful attractions of Kerala, the mesmerizing backwaters are the most attracting spot in Kerala. The backwaters are the combination of several rivers, lagoons, canals and inlets that offer a wonderful chance to explore the soothing beauty of Kerala. The best way to explore the backwaters is the exotic houseboats. The houseboats cruise over these backwaters takes you the wonderful place of fun and enjoyment where you can experience the true divine beauty having closeness with the nature. Sailing through the mesmerizing backwaters on a houseboat amidst the green surroundings is a refreshing experience. In the ancient time the houseboats were used as a source of transportation. Various essential commodities like rice, ginger, dried chilies, turmeric and coriander were transported from one place to another. But in todays materialistic world these houseboats are well equipped with all the modern facilities.