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Back Water Ripples - Kumarakom

Backwater Ripples, the eco-friendly backwater resort is located on 10 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds at Kumarakom… the land of lakes, lagoons and backwaters.

Backwater Ripples features traditionally styled independent luxury villas, cottages and rooms in a range of categories including Deluxe, Lake View, Executive and Garden View. Most of these boast a spectacular view of the Vembanad lake, and have their own veranda along with a private garden. Open-to-sky bathrooms and jacuzzi are available in select accommodation choices.

The greenery at Backwater Ripples is a therapy by itself; however, should one need forward to a complete rejuvenation of the body, mind and spirit, there is also Vedasparsh. A Green Leaf certified Ayurvedic healing centre, , Vedasparsh offers several result-oriented therapies designed to unwind, tone up and rejuvenate you within a realistic time frame.

An expansive swimming pool that seems to merge into the bordering lake is one of the attractions at Backwater Ripples. A sprawling kids’ playground, with play equipment, is a source of unending joy for children. Body Zone - the gymnasium, and Waves - the aqua sports centre, complete with water scooters and powerboats, are a couple of other attractions at Backwater Ripples. Connoisseurs of fine food will find the exotic cuisines – including Indian, Continental and Chinese, highly delectable.

If there’s one place to mix business with pleasure, this it. Meetings, incentives, conferences and events (MICE) take on a whole new meaning at Backwater Ripples. Conclave – the centrally air-conditioned banquet/conference hall, and Centre Court – the lakeside convention venue with a seating capacity of 1000 plus, the largest in Kumarakom, are two of the major MICE venues at Backwater Ripples. In addition, a well-manicured lawn adjacent to the convention venue is an enchanting spot to hosting open air parties for up to 1000 people.

So, if you are yearning for a well-deserved break, away from everyday humdrum, you know where to head for… Backwater Ripples, the retreat in nature’s lap.

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