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11 Best Canoes & Kayaks In South India

South India’s best days out.

The 11 most popular canoes & kayaks in South India, gathered on one page. What each one is really like on the day, how long it runs, what it costs and who you book it through.

11 Best Canoes & Kayaks In South India

Cochin : Alleppey/Alappuzha Backwater Canoe (Shikara) Cruise - The Day Runs Like This: From Cochin Port to Alappuzha Backwaters
Alleppey & Alappuzha Tours, Canoes & Kayaks, Cruises & Boat Tours, Kerala Backwater & Houseboat Cruises, Kochi, Tour Reviews

Cochin : Alleppey/Alappuzha Backwater Canoe (Shikara) Cruise

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1.Cochin : Alleppey/Alappuzha Backwater Canoe (Shikara) Cruise

A small Shikara canoe cruise through Alappuzha backwaters from Cochin, with village life, paddy fields, and easy port logistics.

Most Popular★ 4.6

“Everything was fine. Both driver and boat man were really lovely and helpful. Driver was on time at hotel. There are no toilets on boat. So 6 hours is a long time without a wee stop and take your own water and a sandwich. It is appreciated by boatman if you offer him a pastry…”

68 reviews6 hoursFrom $50by Carnival Tours Kochi

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Kayaking in Mangrove Forest of Paravur Backwaters near Varkala and Kollam - Price and Gear: What You’re Actually Paying For
Canoes & Kayaks, Kerala Backwater & Houseboat Cruises, Tour Reviews, Trivandrum

Kayaking in Mangrove Forest of Paravur Backwaters near Varkala and Kollam

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2.Kayaking in Mangrove Forest of Paravur Backwaters near Varkala and Kollam

Kayak Paravur Backwaters mangrove canals with guide Samson near Varkala and Kollam. Sit-on-top gear, Temple Island, and sandbar stops.

★ 4.5

“Setting was beautiful but there was little to no guidance from the tour guide. The activity would have been far better with more involvement from the guide with some insights into the history and nature of the area”

36 reviewsFrom $15.73by Syzygy Ecosports

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Sunrise Kayaking in Magical Alleppey Backwater Village - Meeting at Punnamada and timing your morning
Alleppey & Alappuzha Tours, Canoes & Kayaks, Kerala Backwater & Houseboat Cruises, Kochi, Morning, Tour Reviews

Sunrise Kayaking in Magical Alleppey Backwater Village

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3.Sunrise Kayaking in Magical Alleppey Backwater Village

Sunrise kayaking in Alleppey backwaters with a small guided group, early start for calm water, bird islands, and a snack break by a local home.

★ 5.0

“The young guides spent the whole time at the front chatting to each other or on their phones. They glanced back approx 3-4 times in total to check we were there, but weren’t really bothered about anyone’s safety. Seeing the sunrise Read more”

32 reviewsFrom $16.85by nadodilife

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Kerala Backwater Village Kayaking Tour: Alleppey - Meeting at Emerald Isle: how to start your paddle in the right place
Alleppey & Alappuzha Tours, Canoes & Kayaks, Kerala Backwater & Houseboat Cruises, Kochi, Tour Reviews, Tours

Kerala Backwater Village Kayaking Tour: Alleppey

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4.Kerala Backwater Village Kayaking Tour: Alleppey

Kayak Kerala backwaters in Alleppey: Chennamkary, Kainakary, and Venattukad, village life, birds, and optional swimming for about $30.

★ 5.0

“I only had 24 hrs in the backwaters and this was a perfect way to experience and get emerged in it. I absolutely loved paddling around the backwaters, observing and interacting with the locals, and taking in the beautiful scenery and seeing incredible birds. My guide was pRead more”

25 reviewsFrom $30.12by Offbeat Adventure

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Canoes & Kayaks, Evening Experiences, Kochi, Morning, Tour Reviews

Kochi Kayaking : Sunrise, Sunset & Floating Tea Break

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Kayaking in Backwaters of Pondicherry - From Art and Craft Village to Ariyankuppam River
Canoes & Kayaks, Kerala Backwater & Houseboat Cruises, Pondicherry Tours, Puducherry, Tour Reviews

Kayaking in Backwaters of Pondicherry

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6.Kayaking in Backwaters of Pondicherry

Kayak Pondicherry backwaters for 1 hour from Art and Craft Village. Small group, English guide, clear water, birds, and lagoons.

★ 4.9

“It was great fun rafting on the river. I was given full instructions before the session and I was accompanied by a guide. Very quiet, peaceful and most of all a safe activity. The guide also pointed out a number of birds. I can fully recoomend this tour to anyone visiting Pondicherry.”

9 reviews1 hourFrom $10by Pondicherry Beachescapes

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Full Day Canoe Cruise with Village Life and Local Food - Breakfast on Backwaters Time: Getting Your Energy Right
Canoes & Kayaks, Cruises & Boat Tours, Food, Food & Drink, Full-Day, Kerala Backwater & Houseboat Cruises, Kochi, Tour Reviews, Village Life & Countryside Tours

Full Day Canoe Cruise with Village Life and Local Food

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7.Full Day Canoe Cruise with Village Life and Local Food

Full-day Kochi/Kumarakom backwaters cruise by canoe and shikkara with sunrise birds, Kerala meals, and local food stops, starting 6am.

★ 5.0

“We had an amazing day, starting at sunrise with a boat trip through the backwaters with Sanu, stopping for tea at a local shop and finding a wide variety of birds. After a couple of hours we returned to their base for a delicious Kerala style breRead more”

6 reviewsFrom $113.24by GOVOYAGE HOSPITALITY

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Kayaking to the Black Devil Snail Sandbar Island in Paravur Lake near Varkala - Paddle out: 20 to 30 minutes that teach you control without stress
Canoes & Kayaks, Tour Reviews, Trivandrum

Kayaking to the Black Devil Snail Sandbar Island in Paravur Lake near Varkala

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Sunset Kayaking in Hidden Alleppey Backwater Routes - Your 4:00 pm timeline: how the sunset schedule shapes the tour
Alleppey & Alappuzha Tours, Canoes & Kayaks, Evening Experiences, Kerala Backwater & Houseboat Cruises, Kochi, Tour Reviews

Sunset Kayaking in Hidden Alleppey Backwater Routes

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Kochi Kayaking Tour: Sunrise, Sunset & Floating Tea Break - The meeting point at Pizhala Bridge (and why it helps)
Canoes & Kayaks, Evening Experiences, Kochi, Morning, Tour Reviews, Tours

Kochi Kayaking Tour: Sunrise, Sunset & Floating Tea Break

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10.Kochi Kayaking Tour: Sunrise, Sunset & Floating Tea Break

Kayak through Kochi backwaters at sunrise or sunset, pause for a floating tea break, and spot Chinese fishing nets up close on a 2-hour tour.

★ 5.0

“Had an awesome day in Kochi! Everything was so well organized and the team made the whole experience smooth, comfortable, and truly enjoyable. From start to finish, it was hassle-free and memorable. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Kochi!”

3 reviewsFrom $88.64by GV Trip Buggy

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Kochi Private Tour: Kerala Backwater Shikara (Shaded Canoe Boat) Day Cruise - Getting from Cochin to Aleppey: the part you can plan around
Canoes & Kayaks, Cruises & Boat Tours, Kerala Backwater & Houseboat Cruises, Kochi, Private, Tour Reviews, Tours

Kochi Private Tour: Kerala Backwater Shikara (Shaded Canoe Boat) Day Cruise

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11.Kochi Private Tour: Kerala Backwater Shikara (Shaded Canoe Boat) Day Cruise

Private shaded Shikara cruise from Cochin to Alleppey’s backwaters, with hotel pickup, 3 hours on the canals, and village views.

★ 4.5

“Absolutely loved this tour! They worked with the cruise ships departure times so we were back in time. It was a private tour so just the 3 of us, both driver and tour guide went above and beyond so we got an opportunity to hold an eagle and visit a local locals bar and sip…”

3 reviewsFrom $70.00by Carnival Tours Kochi

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