Kerala is a land gifted with meandering backwater. Backwaters are large inland lakes (both fresh and salt water) and ocean inlets which stretch irregularly along the coast of the state. They are an attractive and valuable feature of Kerala. Innumerable lagoons, lakes, canals, estuaries and the deltas of forty-four rivers make up the 900 km backwater network of Kerala.
Backwaters are special for their scenic, unspoilt beauty and the charming, slow pace of life along the banks.

The Kettuvallam (houseboats in Kerala) was a large floating structure with high loading carrying capacity was a part of Kerala's culture and heritage over the past years. Houseboats / Kettuvallam of Kerala could sail harnessing wild energy. A journey through the lagoon is interesting, passing through sleepy villages, busy boat jetties and vibrant celebrations. The boat glides across the shimmering blue waters with gorgeous green and fringed edges. The small cargo boats called Kettuvalloms are frequently used in the waterways for the above purpose. "Kettu" literally means to tie up and "Vallom" means “boats". The boats played a major role in the economic development of ancient Kerala, moving cargo and men from the very nook and corner of otherwise unreachable area, cutting across the length and breadth of the land

River Queen Cruises is a Premier Organization in the field of Tourism. The Promoters – Indian Voyages - are well educated and sufficiently experienced in handling the Domestic & Overseas Tourists. All the basic needs are well arranged within the House Boats. One could feel at home and enjoy the natural panorama of Kerala beauties. Visit Kerala, your stay will be a memorable experience to one and all who visit. Moreover we work on a Go-Green concept.
River Queen House Boats are fully furnished to attract the tourist. We have single apartment for two persons and also twin apartments for four persons with air conditional & non- air conditional. Apart from furnishing we have a spacious living room with front view, comfortable bamboo chairs suitable for a chit-chat, a well built kitchen and European model toilets for the convenience of the tourist. Well designed furniture are arranged inside to have a comfortable stay. Each house boat has three crew members (Captain, Cook and Engine driver).
Cuisine on the backwaters is unique, exotic and an absolute explosion of flavors and fragrances. Normal Cuisines comes with traditional Kerala dishes. Apart from normal menu, Guest can order special dishes at extra cost. And the same should be intimated at the time of booking. Soft Drinks & Beer will be supplied at an extra cost. For more details, please log on www.riverqueenhouseboat.com

Check in at 1230hrs (noon) and check out at 0930hrs (next day). Normal and Deluxe houseboat AC will be operated only after dinner / 2000hrs to next day morning 0700hrs. Luxury houseboat AC will be operated whenever requested by the guest.
The famous houseboat cruise routes are Alleppey to Alleppey & Alleppey to Kumarakom or V/S. We are mentioned the costs for both routs below;

Extra Person 750/- will be added - (Only mattress will be provided)
Alleppey to Kumarakom or visa versa trip @Rs.1000/- will be charged extra.
These rates are not applicable from 15th December to 15th January, for these periods we will charge the hikes of 50% extra because of peak season.