Houseboats are replaced on Alleged boats which are smaller in sizes with a capacity of four to fifteen people in the boat and sometimes more than twenty. They are traditional boats which are modified in the current shape by arranging seats and generally decorated with wooden and bamboo materials to provide an old world rustic feel.

Alleppey is the heart of kerela’s coir industry and attracts thousands of tourists every year, famous for the beaches, marine products and most of all the backwaters and houseboat cruises, this is a place to visit.

Alleppey Shikara Cruise Booking

Why Shikara than a houseboat?

Alleppey is a network of narrow canals, inlets and inland waterways which demonstrate in their extravagance not only the absolute beauty of the terrain but also that of the simple life of the villages lining their shore whose lives and livelihoods depend on these waters.

Shikara boats, unlike the ubiquitous houseboats that line the finger lakes, can weave through these narrow canals and deliver you into the heart of this action. They are also a cheaper alternative to navigate the Alleppey backwaters as they are far more economical than its more haute alternative. Shikaras are hired for an hour to three or four hours depending on the time of day available to you, so they are perfect for travellers pressed for time.

Facilities in Shikara Boat

Shikara boats are retrofitted country boats that have a roof, while all four sides are open, allowing the lazy backwater breeze to push through. Delivering excellent service through the sound of your smooth cantations, while providing the hotel guests waiting placeholder reclining chairs to sit in to gaze at these tranquil waters.

Which Boat to Go for Your Alleppey Backwater Cruise

Alleppey houseboat. in have a variety of Shikara boats available for selection. You can have an insight to the hidden canals of Alleppey backwaters by select the one which meets your requirement and budget.

Check our New shikara boat with toilet (for Group Tours)

Route of your Journey in Shikara boat in Alleppey

Trip includes start from rajeev jetty and ends in punnamada kayal drop to alleppey.

At Lake Queen Houseboats, we offers you variety of Shikara boat rides with available options like Day cruise, Lunch Cruise, Honeymoon Cruise, Sunrise Cruise & Sunset cruise.

Shikara boat day cruise in Alleppey Backwaters

Shikara cruise start point from Alleppey Boat Dock and go to different location from Alleppey lake pass by Punnamada lake ( Venue of most famous Nehru trophy Boat race ), from shikara boat you can view village areas in and around.

CHECK IN TIME (8:30 AM to 4:30 PM)

Sunrise shikara cruise in Alleppey

LUNCH CRUISE Shikara, Alleppey

The cruise departs from our jetty at 12 PM. Boat moves to another location from Alleppey lake through Punnamada lake and moves to villages in and around At 1.30pm you will be dropped at restaurant on the lakeside famous with fresh lake fish and variety other dishes and pure veg menu also available. After the lunch, you will be dropped off at Alleppey boat dock. (In this price, lunch is also included).

Check-in Time : 12.00 PM

Alleppey sunset cruise shikara boating

Shikara Sunset Cruise – The sunset shikara cruise starts from Alleppey Boat dock at 4.30 PM. The boat travels through the Punnamada lake from the Alleppey lake and moves to nearby village areas. Alleppey backwaters are also the best sunset view in Kerala.

Itinerary: Pick up from Rajiv Boat Jetty and proceed to the World famous Snake Boat Race Starting point, Snake Boat Model, Snake Boat race finishing Point, Vembanad lake, SAI (Sports Authority of India), C Block, Vilakkumaram and drop back Rajiv Jetty as De-boarding point. (Magnificent sunset over Vembanad Lake)

Check-in Time : 4.30 PM (We have flexibility on duration)

HONEYMOON Shikara trip in Alleppey

The cruise will start from the Alleppey boat dock and pass through the different locations from the Alleppey lake through the Punnamada lake ( Venue of the most famous Nehru trophy Boat race ). For the honeymoon cruise, you will be given a special flower decorated two-seat boat. You will receive free snacks and drinks. It will start from our jetty at your chosen time.

Check-in : 8.30 AM — 4.30 PM

Shikara – Full day cruise in Alleppey backwaters (8 hours)

They will Take you to the following during your 8 hour trip: Pick Up from Rajiv Boat Jetty -> World famous Snake Boat Race Starting Point -> Snake Boat Model -> Snake Boat Race Finishing Point -> Vembanad Lake -> SAI (Sports authority of India) -> C Block -> Narrow Canals -> Paddyfied Cultivation done Below the Sea level -> Temples -> Duck Farming -> Fish hatchery (Only Spice Coast) -> Kainakary -> Chavara Bhavan -> Vattakayal -> Pallathurthi -> Vilakkumaram & drop you to Rajiv Jetty which is your Drop Point.

Shikara ride in the backwater of Alleppey (5 Hours)Pathiramanal the Backwater island

Itinerary: Pickup Point Rajiv Boat Jetty, Proceed World famous Snake Boat Race Starting point, Snake Boat Model, Snake Boat race finishing point, Vembanad lake, SAI (Sports authority of india), Narrow Canals, Paddyfied cultivation done below the Sea level, Temples, Duck farming, Fish hatchery, Pathiramanal isaland and Take you back to Rajiv Jetty (Deboarding Point).

Things to know before Shikara tour in Alleppey

Here comes a FAQ before booking Shikara boating in Alleppey. The below is some of the most common frequently asked questions and their answers about Shikara tour in Alleppey backwaters.