Kumarakom is one of the important backwater tourist spot in Kerala. Kumarakom is situated in the Kottayam district on the shore of Vembanad lake and you can reach there by a 16-kilometer journey from Kottayam town.
Kumarakom is also famous for Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary where you can find many rare species of birds. In addition to the native birds, you can find a lot of migratory birds.

The former name of Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary was Baker’s Estate.

Local Birds present in Kumarakom
The local birds available in Kumarakom are:
waterfowl,
cuckoo,
owl,
egret,
heron,
cormorant,
moorhen,
darter,
Brahminy kite
duck

Migratory birds in Kumarakom
The famous migratory birds in Kumarakom are:
Siberian crane
Teal,
Lark,
Flycatcher

Houseboat in Kumarakom
Houseboats are available in Kumarakom and it is advised to book in advance if you are planning to visit Kumarakom in peak season.
How to Reach Kumarakom
There is a 16 km journey from Kottayam to Kumarakom.
The nearest airport at Cochin (80 km)
Other Trips
1. Vazhvanthol Waterfalls Trivandrum
2. Pathiramanal Trip
3. Bekal Fort Kasargod
Travel Guide
Kumarakom is also famous for Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary where you can find many rare species of birds. In addition to the native birds, you can find a lot of migratory birds.

The former name of Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary was Baker’s Estate.

Local Birds present in Kumarakom
The local birds available in Kumarakom are:
waterfowl,
cuckoo,
owl,
egret,
heron,
cormorant,
moorhen,
darter,
Brahminy kite
duck

Migratory birds in Kumarakom
The famous migratory birds in Kumarakom are:
Siberian crane
Teal,
Lark,
Flycatcher

Houseboat in Kumarakom
Houseboats are available in Kumarakom and it is advised to book in advance if you are planning to visit Kumarakom in peak season.
How to Reach Kumarakom
There is a 16 km journey from Kottayam to Kumarakom.
The nearest airport at Cochin (80 km)
Other Trips
1. Vazhvanthol Waterfalls Trivandrum
2. Pathiramanal Trip
3. Bekal Fort Kasargod
Travel Guide
Wow! Wonderful one buddy! Simply fell in luv with the place and the pictures are awesome! Great post!!!
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