8 Astounding Houseboat Destinations in India

Are you a nature lover? Do you wanna experience the beauty of nature within its close vicinity? One of the best options is to stay in a houseboat and soak into the enthralling natural wonders. Sunrise to sunset, feeling the refreshing atmosphere around and breathing in the pure air is a traveller's delight. And you must once in a lifetime stay in a houseboat, mingle and twine with nature's enigmatic beauty. Its simply like floating in the waters and feeling the essence of freshness throughout your mind and body. So here we go with the list of 8 astounding houseboat destinations in India.

Kerala

Think of spending a vacation in a houseboat and the first place that comes into my mind is Kerala. Its a land of backwaters, offering cruises and trips for enthusiastic travellers. The place is one of the spectacular houseboat destinations in India. Throughout the year, tourists visit in large numbers in Kerala especially to spend few days or nights in the heart of the backwaters. Staying in houseboats is preferred by many. You can engulf into the serene and tranquil nature, accompanied by modern amenities of kitchen, luxurious rooms and delectable food. The best places to stay in houseboats are the backwaters of Alappuzha, Vembanad (Kumarakom) and Kollam. Colloquially a houseboat in Kerala is known as Kettuvallam.

Websites for Booking houseboats in Kerala

You can book online at - booking.com, makemytrip.com, keralahouseboat.in, myhouseboats.com

Tariff - Kerala Houseboats

The charges vary from INR 5000 to INR 35000 depending on the number of rooms, day stay or overnight stay and type of houseboat - deluxe, premium or luxury.

Sunderbans, Kolkata

Residing in the eastern part of India, Sunderbans has always been my favourite tourist destination. Covered by the dense mangrove forests and entertained by its exotic flora and fauna, a place is an alluring place or wildlife admirers. And what can be more thrilling than staying in a houseboat to experience the natural ecstasies of the forest? Sunderbans is now hosting the world's largest wildlife safari houseboat. No doubt it is now in my list of astounding houseboat destinations in India. The houseboats are luxurious and comfortable to stay overnight, witnessing the mysterious chill of the forest night.

Websites for Booking houseboats in Sunderbans

You can book online at - sunderbanhouseboat.co.in, triptosunderbans.com, sundarbans.net

Tariff - Sunderbans Houseboats

The charges vary from INR 15000 to INR 30000 depending on the number of stays

Dal Lake, Srinagar

Dal Lake is one of the mesmerizing and mind-blowing houseboat destinations in India. Encapsulated by the mighty Himalayas, the lake is an epitome of beauty. And staying overnight in a houseboat on the dazzling lake waters is heavenly. Colloquially, the houseboats are termed as shikhara. They are all made of wood but stuffed with all the modern amenities you need for a comfortable and memorable stay. Floating on the waters in the shikhara and immersing into the scintillating atmosphere around is an enchanting and gorgeous experience.

Websites for Booking houseboats in Dal Lake

You can book online at - houseboatinkashmir.com, srinagarhouseboats.co.in, kashmirhouseboatsonline.com

Tariff - Dal Lake Houseboats

The charges vary from INR 3500 to INR 7000 depending on the number of rooms required and the meal plans

Goa

Goa is a very popular sightseeing spot in India. Every year the place experiences a huge footfall, more because of its beaches and vibrant nightlife. The natural wonders embedded in Goa is fascinating, luring you to come back again and again. Spending a vacation in Goa in a houseboat can be a truly astonishing experience. You can enjoy the delectable seafood, visit the fishermen village and submerge into the vivid nature. The palm and coconut trees lined along the golden beaches create a soothing environment around. The houseboats are luxurious and promise a comfortable stay.

Websites for Booking houseboats in Goa

You can book online at - thrillophilia, cleartrip, agoda

Tariff - Goa Houseboats

The charges vary from INR 4500 to INR 20000 depending on the number of rooms required and type of accommodation - standard or deluxe

Tarkali, Maharashtra

Maharashtra is famous among the tourists for its beaches, temples, hill stations and trekking destinations. You must be wondering then why at all I am considering into my list of the popular houseboat destinations in India. If you visit the backwaters in Tarkali and stay in a houseboat, you can feel the essence of my recommendation. Riding on the backwaters or drenching into the stunning beauty at the beaches, the stay in a houseboat at Tarkali is a fabulous experience. The houseboats are well equipped with all the modern facilities, along with the delicious local and other cuisine foods.

Websites for Booking houseboats in Tarkali

You can book online at - gagangiritoursandtravel, sevadoot.com, shirdiashtavinayakyatra.com

Tariff - Tarkali Houseboats

Two MTDC houseboats operate in Tarkali, charges are 8000 INR and 10000 INR

Udupi, Karnataka

Swarna River in Karnataka is a prominent place where you can find many houseboats for spending a memorable vacation with family and friends. The houseboats are almost similar to that of the Kerala Kettuvallam. You can go to a thrilling cruise on the houseboats, surrounded by the coconut trees, the traditional villages, wide farms and the mingle with the locals. Like all other houseboats in India, the ones in Udupi are luxurious and packed with all the modern amenities.

Websites for Booking houseboats in Udupi

You can book online at - thirumalacruise, sattvaboathouse, thrillophillia

Tariff - Udupi Houseboats

The charges vary from INR 3200 to INR 9000 depending on the number of rooms required, type of room and meal plan

Konaseema, Andhra Pradesh

Konaseema is one of the exotic houseboat destinations in India. At one side is the majestic Bay of Bengal and on the other the beautiful Godavari river, defines the treasure trove of Konaseema. Who will not be tempted to stay in a houseboat and go for an astonishing ride on the waters? Colloquially the boats are known as Dindi. They are comfortable and luxurious, providing a smooth ride on the back waters. The mystic views at the place is awesome that magnifies the thrill of riding on the houseboats.

Websites for Booking houseboats in Konaseema

You can book online at - bigbreaks, vizagholidays

Tariff - Konaseema Houseboats

The charges vary from INR 1800 to INR 6000 depending on the number of hours spent on the houseboats.

Chunnambar Houseboat, Pondicherry

The Chunnambar houseboat in Pondicherry is quite famous among the couples for a romantic stay amid the waters. You can witness the French touch in each of the houseboats. They are luxurious and possesses all the modern facilities. The solitude environment of the place promises a wonderful stay in the houseboats. No doubt they rank among my list of the astounding houseboat destinations in India. The greenery around, the sparkling waters, the soothing breeze and the fresh pure air create a wonderful stay at the houseboats.

Contact Number Booking Chunnambar houseboat

0413 260 2444

Have you stayed in any of the houseboats mentioned here? If not then do surely plan, I bet it will be a memorable one.