Discover serene Kerala backwaters on this 2N/3D Ashtamudi Tour, based around the tranquil shores of Ashtamudi Lake near Kollam. This 2N/3D Ashtamudi Tour blends open-water cruising, quiet canals, and glimpses of Kollam’s cashew-port and colonial heritage, offering a relaxing short escape that showcases the peaceful charm of Ashtamudi.
Meet our representative at Trivandrum International Airport or railway station and transfer to the Ashtamudi Lake region near Kollam, approximately 1.5 to 2 hours by road up the coast. This is an easy, flat drive with no hills. Ashtamudi, “eight-branched,” is the second-largest lake in Kerala and the gateway to the backwaters, wider, more open and far less trafficked than Alleppey. Check in to a lakeside stay and spend the afternoon on the water’s edge, with an optional sunset cruise on the open lake as the light drops. Overnight at Ashtamudi.
A full day across the lake and its edges. Morning cruise across the open expanse of Ashtamudi and into the quieter connected canals, this lake carries both the calm day-cruise experience and, for those who want it, one of the few less-crowded stretches where an overnight-style houseboat still makes sense. See Chinese fishing nets, cashew-trade heritage and lakeside village life. Afternoon into Kollam town: Thangassery lighthouse, the Portuguese and Dutch trading quarter, and the cashew-port history that built this coast. Overnight at Ashtamudi.
After a slow breakfast, transfer back to Trivandrum, approximately 1.5 to 2 hours by road, for onward departure. For clients continuing, Munroe Island’s narrow-canal life sits just across the lake system and Varkala’s clifftop beach lies on the return road, both worth flagging as add-on options.
Ashtamudi Lake (Kerala’s Second-Largest) · Open-Water & Sunset Cruise · Quiet Backwater Canals · Houseboat Option Without the Crowds · Thangassery Lighthouse & Colonial Quarter · Cashew-Port Heritage · Gateway to Munroe Island.
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| 100% Refund of Total Tour Amount | 21 days before Check-in Date | 0% Deduction |
| 50% Refund of Total Tour Amount | 15-20 days before Check-in Date | 50% Deduction |
| No Refund of Total Tour Amount | 0-14 days before Check-in Date | 100% Deduction |
| Any cancellation or refund is subject to INR.1000 or 5% of Total Tour Amount whichever is higher as processing charge. | ||
| Any cancellation or refund is prioritised on the time and policy of Third Party Accommodation & Transportation. | ||
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Our Ashtamudi trip arranged by Ocean6 Holidays was exactly the peaceful Kerala experience we were looking for. The lake is beautiful, open and surprisingly quiet compared with the more commercial backwater destinations. The sunset cruise was the highlight-the reflections on the water and the small fishing villages made the evening memorable. The transfers from Trivandrum were comfortable and everything was well coordinated. A lovely short escape for couples and families who prefer slow travel.
Very well planned by Ocean6 Holidays from arrival at Trivandrum to our return transfer. We particularly enjoyed cruising through the quieter canals connected to Ashtamudi Lake and seeing the Chinese fishing nets and everyday village life. Our visit to Thangassery Lighthouse and Kollam added a nice heritage element, so the tour felt like much more than just a backwater holiday. Three days was perfect for a relaxed short break.
If you want to experience Kerala’s backwaters without feeling surrounded by tourists, Ashtamudi is a wonderful choice. Ocean6 Holidays organised a smooth itinerary with enough sightseeing but also plenty of time to simply enjoy the lake. We loved the morning boat ride through the smaller canals and the beautiful sunset over the open water. Kollam’s old trading history was an unexpected bonus. We would definitely recommend this itinerary to travellers looking for a quieter side of Kerala.