So, your search for the Best Shikara ride in Alleppey ends your, Stop searching, read this article till the end. Alleppey also called as Venice of the East is rich by the nature’s grace. The Shikara and houseboat experience is one of the best tourist attractions. Whether it’s beaches or backwaters, temples or churches, paddy fields or fish hatcheries, it’s a place that will amaze you with its simplicity. You wonder why you did not come down to this part earlier with the backwaters soothing you with excellent green cover on the banks.

Have you ever seen a whole Lake turned into a golden scatter with a colourful sunset?

If you haven’t, you’re in for a treat. The backwaters are a sight for sore eyes with scenic landscapes and refreshing wind. This is the perfect escape as the water lures you to the bosoms of Mother Nature.

Watch children waiting for a ferry in their uniforms, women plying the canals and fishermen spooling out their fish nets in the evening. You sway in time with the languor of the backwaters and then follow eye to wherever life outside your boat is revealing itself to you.

Houseboats in Alleppey is one of the ideal approach to explore the peaceful backwaters of the place, Shikara in Alleppey is the other way. They have a roof top cover and are open on all four sides, you can sit back, relax and enjoy the views outside.

Alleppey Shikara rides – Easily available packages

Shikara rides in Alleppey are the best experiences full of experience for a lifetime that we provide. We hve deviced various shikara ride packages.

Sunrise Shikara cruise ride in Alleppey

And the sunrise Shikara ride starts at approximately 6:00 am from Rajive jetty at Alleppey. This is the best time to be out on a shikara. Under the sun shining upon us, the backwater begins to come to life. Take in the morning light on the verdant flora surrounding Vembanad Lake.

The ideal moment to take a breather and a break from your bustling life, when the atmosphere is cold and the breeze is slapping your face. (At least four weeks) Watch the town come alive on the banks and enjoy watching the town heat itself up excited for use in their daily life.

Sunset Shikara cruise ride in Alleppey

A very good time for a cruise. The boat departs the Alleppey boat dock around 3:00 pm and glides over the beautiful waters of Vembanad Lake. Prepare to be painted golden with the sun only just setting over the horizon. Sunset in the backwaters of Alleppey is one of the fantastic and also a beautiful sunset of all off Kerala.

Golden hour views with the sun slowly resting on the water and spreading glowing yellow as far as the eye can see. Watch fisherman shuffle around with their nets getting ready for they night fishing

Shikara cruise from Alleppey to Kumarakom

This cruise has a minimum period of 6 hours. Alleppey itself is filled with greenery & fauna, just imagine the combination with another small Lakeside village, named Kumarakom. Kumarakom is one of the most stunning & great tourist destination ablaze with lush green & backwaters.

If you are going for Shikara cruising then the best pair is Alleppey & Kumarakom. Experience the pleasure of both as you sail on the alluring Vembanad Lake.

Shikara cruise with Lunch in Alleppey.

If you have a tight schedule but a wish to explore one of the backwaters in Alleppey, while also tasting some Kerala Cuisine, then this is a cruise for you. This cruise is scheduled to begin at 12 and gives you a unique ride through the amazing canals of Vembanad Lake. Around 1.30 you will be visiting to a Lake side restaurant to enjoy dishes with fresh fishes from the lake as much as you want.

Checkout the authentic Kerala and Kuttanad recipes. You may choose for a lavish vegetarian meal as well. So, then you will be taken back on the Shikara to the starting point.

Food Menu for Lunch

Kerala food is loaded with flavour. These recipes get carried over from parents to children and comes along with an excerpt of the land stories. A mix of spices and condiments, the dishes will make your mouth water for more.

Non-veg menu

Rice served with Sambhar, Curd, Kalan, Avial or vegetable thoran, Mezhukkupuratty (long beans stir fried), Pickle, Pappadam, Salad, local fish fry (pearl spot fish or seer fish)`Alleppey fish curry. Your dessert include semiya payasam (optional, on demand).

Veg menu

Know Your Meals:Boiled rice served accompanied by sambhar, curd, Kalan, Avial or Vegetable Thoran, Mezhukkupuratty (long beans stir fried), Pickle, Pappadam and Salad If you are brave enough you can request a whole ‘Sadya’, the traditional Kerala feast served on a plantain leaf!