Kerala To Start River Cruise Featuring 11 Types Of Boat Rides In Malabar Region

by Sanjana Shenoy
Kerala To Start River Cruise Featuring 11 Types Of Boat Rides In Malabar Region

Explore Kerala’s hidden getaways in Kannur and Kasargod regions in a stunning river cruise. The Malanad-Malabar River Cruise will take you to lesser-known waterways in the region and showcase the state’s rich culture, traditions and art. The first cruise boat will be launched on February 15 in two districts of Kannur, Parassinikkadavu, and Pazhayangadi. This is one river cruise you should be waiting to be part of, as it features 11 types of thematic boat rides in the Malabar region.

River Cruises In Kerala To Give Tourists A Thematic Experience

A trip to Kerala couldn’t be more exciting as Kerala Tourism will soon be launching conceptual cruises to showcase art, culture and local traditions in hidden getaways of the coastal state. The Malanad-Malabar River Cruise will cover 7 rivers in Kannur and Kasaragod regions with jetties and boat terminals. The best part is that you can go on 11 different types of boat rides centred around distinct themes like ones focusing on music, handloom, handicraft, watersports and much more.

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First Cruise Ride Will Be Launched On February 15

The first river cruise launching on February 15, 2021 will ferry passengers to the Parassinikkadavu and Pazhayangadi route. According to TOI, this cruise project will follow principles of Responsible Tourism. It will not only help tourists get a wholesome perspective of Kerala, but it will also provide livelihoods to fishermen, farmers, drivers and handicraft workers. There will also be world-class cruise packages under the Swadesh Darshan. You will find cruises along the rivers Perumba, Mayyazhi, Ancharakkandi, Valapattanam, Kuppam, Kavvayi, Thejaswini and Chandragiri. Now that you have another reason to visit God’s Own Country,  watch this video of Kairali Ayurvedic Village to plan your trip better!