Title: Vembanad Lake in Kerala | Expedia.co.uk [Vembanad Lake Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Vembanad-Lake-Hotels.0-l6104796-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Kerala](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Kerala.d602187.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in Kerala](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kerala.d602187.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Vembanad Lake Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Vembanad-Lake.d6104796.Car-Hire-Guide)[Kerala Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Kerala.d602187.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Vembanad Lake ![Rent a Houseboat and Cruise along the backwaters of Vembanad Lake. Highly recommended](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6253915/2c543b7c-6316-42cb-a569-ce8207bd1b40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rent a Houseboat and Cruise along the backwaters of Vembanad Lake. Highly recommended](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6253915/2c543b7c-6316-42cb-a569-ce8207bd1b40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Tranquil waters on a foggy morning !](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6136910/f0f7754e-86c3-41a7-8bcd-1cd4920a6c0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Coupla days on a house boat is a wonderful way to while away a weekend! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034176/fafb1bfa-5273-450d-a62f-a8938803b0a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cruising along on a traditional houseboat in the backwaters of Kerala and you will see local lake life on either side of you. Ducks and kingfishers are flying around you, laundry is a commonly seen chore, kids riding bicycles after school, and fisherman getting their catch of the day are just some examples. But one of the most beautiful moments you will capture is this golden sunset.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049880/d7982d39-2141-4cf8-92d0-a803176fee9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Vembanad Lake Activities --- --- ### Popular places to visit ![Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary featuring bird life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139786/897e8f44-5db1-43d1-98f4-5c5bc5b5e555.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary 3.5/5(12 reviews) Stroll through lush woodland on the banks of the Kerala backwaters to spot a fascinating variety of colorful and migratory birds. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kumarakom-Bird-Sanctuary-Kottayam.d6139786.Attraction) ![The long , Clear , Clean Mararikulam beach ...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6136911/8851fb77-cdc6-4941-bd5d-b3e622c9801e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Marari Beach 4.5/5(5 reviews) Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Marari Beach during your travels in Mararikulam? Wander the gardens in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Marari-Beach-India.d553248621532734817.Attraction) ![Fishermen pull their boats up onto the beach when they are not in use. I love the colorful paint that makes each boat unique! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049880/ad60cd5a-8350-41eb-ad0f-997235af64c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alappuzha Beach 3.5/5(5 reviews) Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Alappuzha Beach during your travels in Alappuzha? Find time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alappuzha-Beach-Alappuzha.d6104792.Attraction) ![Back view of St. George Forane Church located in Edathua in Alappuzha district of Kerala, India.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562260540/e06a50b7-9a0a-4074-9463-3546b7829bdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Edathua Church 4/5(1 review) After visiting Edathua Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kainakary. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Edathua-Church-Kuttanad-Taluk.d553248621562260540.Attraction) #### Kumarakom Boat Jetty 4/5(12 reviews) Explore the waterfront of Kumarakom Boat Jetty and enjoy other activities such as boating in Kumarakom. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kumarakom-Boat-Jetty-Kottayam.d6139782.Attraction) #### Kumarakom Backwaters Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Kumarakom Backwaters during your travels in Kottayam. Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area. 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