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What to do and see in Kollam, Kerala: The Best Boat Tours & Water Sports
Kollam (IPA: [koɭɭəm]) or Quilon (Coulão), formerly Desinganadu, is an old seaport and city on the Laccadive Sea coast of the Indian state of Kerala. The city is on the banks Ashtamudi Lake. Kollam has had a strong commercial reputation since the days of the Phoenicians and Romans. Fed by the Chinese trade, it was mentioned by Ibn Battuta in the 14th century as one of the five Indian ports he had seen during the course of his twenty-four year travels. Desinganadu's rajas exchanged embassies with Chinese rulers while there was a flourishing Chinese settlement at Kollam. In the 9th Century, on his way to Canton, China, Persian merchant Sulaiman al-Tajir found Kollam to be the only port in India visited by huge Chinese junks. Marco Polo, the Venetian traveller, who was in Chinese service under Kublai Khan in 1275, visited Kollam and other towns on the west coast, in his capacity as a Chinese mandarin.
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1. Saha Yathri Tours
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
We have two bedroom houseboat with living rooms and attached bathrooms.
2. Syzygy Ecosports
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5.0 based on 21 reviews
Syzygy Ecosports, founded in Kollam, aims to promote paddlesport activities in India. Syzygy conveniently sits at the meeting point between the Arabian Sea, the Paravur Lake and the Ithikkara River, allowing for exceptional access to the beautifully sheltered backwaters, open sea and beach. The paddling center has a variety of boats for various skill levels to choose from including sea kayaks, canoes, and traditional fishing crafts. The facility is equipped with shower, lockers, and WC for males and females. Participants can choose a short trail or a long trail for paddling in the morning & evening. The short trail is suitable for beginners and those who want to get a taste of canoeing and kayaking. The long trail is suitable for those who like to explore the life around tightly kept secret locations from commercial tourism. On a long trail, you can experience the sandbar, spillway bridge, railway bridge, island temple, mangrove forests, riparian vegetation, and traditional fishing.
3. Munroe Island Backwaters Canoe Tours
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4.5 based on 330 reviews
We offer canoe and kayak tours. The canoe tour takes about 3 hours and glides you through the narrow and stunningly beautiful palm tree lined channels of Munroe Island. The canoe can carry up to 6 passengers. We offer kayak tours in small groups with single and double kayaks. Vijeesh, your guide is knowledgeable of the wildlife, birds, and plants and will show you the local village life of Munroe Island. Vijeesh is not associated with the DTPC.
4. Palm Tree Houseboat
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4.5 based on 65 reviews
Be in a honeymoon package or a family outing or a a simple backwater tour.we have customised packages for you.
5. Southern Backwaters
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4.5 based on 116 reviews
6. Village Backwaters
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