Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
Spread across 14 acres around the Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary plays host to a large number of migratory birds like Siberian Stork and crane, flycatcher, teal, parrots, wood beetle. Beside these native birds like the kingfisher, heron, egret, owl, cuckoo, are seen in plenty.

Bird Viewing at Kumarakom
The best and only means of bird viewing at Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is by houseboats or motorboats. If you want the rustic rural touch, you can try to get hold of a local rice boat or fishing boat to watch the birds at play without disturbing their tranquility with the motor sounds. The Pathiramanal Island said to have emerged out of water as a boon to a Brahmin is also home to a large number of birds. The cruise to the island along the shimmering emerald waters of the lake is a truly memorable experience.

Climate and Vegetation
Kumarakom is populated with paddy fields, coconut groves and mangrove forests. The ample rainfall and balanced tropical climate facilitates plant growth in these areas.

How to Reach
The airports nearest to Kumarakom are Thiruvanthapuram International airport and Cochin International Airport. The nearest railhead is at Kottayam (16 km). regular bus and taxis are available from Kottayam too. If you want to travel by boat along the backwaters you can get a boat from Alappuzha to Kumarakom Jetty.