Aranmula Boat Race At Kerala
Aranmula, Kerala
6 Days5 Nights
Event Overview
About the Tour :
Aranmula Boat Race, often known as Kerala Boat Festival is one of the glorious occasions of Kerala and is the unique feature of the backwaters of Kerala. Much famous all over the world, it has become the icon of Kerala and attracts of thousands of tourists to the state. A dramatic spectacle on the Pamba River in the Kuttanad region at Aranmula. The Aranmula Boat Race is held annually, often during September and is part of the Aaranmula Temple festival. The snake boats are about 100 feet long. The snake boats are so called because their curved stem resembles the hood of a snake and a tampering bow. During this occasion, all the boats are adorned with silk and golden glittery umbrellas and there is a crew of more than 100 men rowing the boat. Besides the speed, it is the graceful rhythmic movements of the boat and the oarsmen that look amazing.
On the day of the race, people, both locals and travellers from far off places, flock the river bank to enjoy the race. Venturous spirits will ensure a better vantage point by climbing the nearby trees. As the sun comes straight on top of all gathered, boats in various categories like the chundan (snake boat), veppu, iruttu kuthi, churulan and others from nearby regions assemble at the starting point of the race. Among these boats, the snake boats with its fascinating being the largest sporting event in the world, snake boat race is often considered as the ultimate test of endurance, speed and skill. As the oarsmen set the pace of their boats with oars striking the placid waters of River Pamba.
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Event Details
Schedule
Day 1 - Arrive at Cochin
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Day 2 - Explore The Gilts And Glamour Of Munnar
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Meal
Breakfast
Dinner
Adventure Activities
Water Sports
Amenities
Firstaid
Accommodation
Guide
Transport
Transportation
Private Vehicle
Pickup Details
Pickup Time: 08.00 AM Drop Time: 08.00 AM
Things To Carry
- ID Proof Compulsory
- Hat / Cap
- Woolen cap / Balaclava
- Warm Scarf, Pair of Woolen Gloves
- Round neck T-shirts (min 3)
- Fleece Sweatshirt / Sweater (min 1)
- Windproof Jacket (min 1)
- Leggings from a Track-suit, min 01 pair, shorts
- Pair of sturdy sports shoes with rubber sole
- Cotton Socks, Woolen Socks, min 03 pairs each
- Thermal Inners, Lower & Upper, (min 2)
- Raincoat / Poncho (min 1)
- Torch with spare batteries, (min 1)
- Sunscreen lotion, min 30 SPF, Toiletries
- Medicines as specified by doctor
- Camera, Cam charger, Mobile Charger.
Policy
Included
- Accommodation in Twin Sharing Basis in 03 Star Hotels
- Daily Breakfast and Dinner
- All Transfers and Sightseeing in AC Vehicle
- Entry Tickets & sightseeings, wherever necessary
- Expertise & guide charges
- GST
Excluded
- Any transfers till Cochin and Back
- Any personal expenses like Laundry bills, Table bills, Camera Fees & gratitude.
- Any personal orders like lunch, soft drinks, mineral water
- Any medical / rescue evacuation due to mishaps like bad weather, ill health, roadblocks and/or any factors beyond control.
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like landslides, roadblocks etc (to be borne by the clients directly on the spot.)
- Anything not specifically mentioned in the inclusions.
- Tax as applicable
Terms & Conditions
Alcohol is strictly prohibited on the event