Kerala is known throughout India for its spectacular festivals, colorful customs, and rich cultural history. Exotica Cruises provides you with a specially personal way to experience Kerala's festivals and traditions from a beautiful Alleppey houseboat. Whether it is Onam, Vishu, or riding a wave of excitement in the Nehru Trophy boat races, we can show you a very distinct flavor of the essence of festivals in a unique context.
Festive Atmosphere, Backwater Way
Kerala celebrations include food, dance, music, and festivities. We can have flower carpets and sadyas, concerts and temple festivities, and appreciate every motion. Now, think of the entire experience with gentle and rhythmic sways on the backwaters with birds singing and the fresh air. When it's Onam, we adorn our houseboat with pookalams (flower rangoli) and offer traditional sadhya on banana leaves. At Vishu, you will be greeted with the Vishukkani, a blend of prosperity and hope, and a special breakfast will be served hot on the deck. These are the little details that make our premium houseboat in Alleppey a drifting celebration center.
Boat Races and Beyond—Come Celebrate
The Nehru Trophy Boat Race is one of the most thrilling spectacles that Alleppey has. It takes place during the monsoon season, and it's exhilarating to see snake boats charge through the waves. Moored at optimal viewing locations, our guests witness the race with an open-throttle, front-row experience, without the jostling. Other local festivals, such as temple festivals and cultural evenings, are also unique to witness while sailing. Onboard, we host themed evenings that include Kathakali and Mohiniyattam dance performances and traditional Kerala music.
The temple visits can be booked for anyone looking for a little exploration. It is these little things and attention to detail that set us apart as the best luxury houseboat in Alleppey. Laughter, traditions, and a slice of real Kerala will be the hallmark of our houseboat celebrations, something to cherish with your family, friends, or just the special one in your life.
Why Exotica Cruises for Festival Cruises?
All our vessels are designed for you to enjoy the luxurious feel of a high-end stay in the comfort of your home. Our extraordinarily spacious rooms, open deck, timeless design, and culinary delights will take you from one magical moment to another through your festival celebrations. We create the best experiences for the patron, extending beyond just sightseeing. Every festival is celebrated here with utmost attention to detail, making sure that one sees and lives Kerala's traditions.
Celebrate Differently This Year
If you have ever wanted to celebrate Onam in a new way or see Kerala’s festivals from a refreshing new angle, come aboard Exotica Cruises. Gently drift across the water, listen to the temple bells tolling in the distance, and taste the special delicacies in our Alleppey houseboat. This festival season, let the backwaters of Kerala do the talking, and let tradition be your partner. Get started on the festivities with Exotica Cruises today, your perfect partner for creating festive memories in the backwaters.