The
quaint town is a cluster of little islands, located on the banks of
the Vembanad Lake in the Kuttanad region of Kerala. Renowned for its
natural beauty, Kumarakom is an ideal base to experience the famous
Kerala backwaters, replete with meandering lagoons, coconut trees,
endless rows of paddy fields interspersed by waterways and canals.
Just 16 Km from Kottayam, Kumarakom is also home to a bird
sanctuary.
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ClimateDue to its close proximity
to the sea, this backwater town experiences a moderate climate
throughout the year with heavy rains during monsoons(June to
August). Visit to Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, the sanctuary receives
an average annual rainfall of 310 cms. Winter starts from December
and continues till February with an average maximum temperature of
25 degrees C . During summers the average maximum temperature goes
up to 35 degrees C. The ideal time to visit the sanctuary is between
the months of June and August. One can spot a rich number of
migratory birds from November to February.
The village of
Kumarakom is a cluster of little islands on the Vembanad Lake, and
this small water world is part of the Kuttanad region. The bird
sanctuary here, which is spread across 14 acres is a favorite haunt
of migratory birds and an ornithologist's paradise. Egrets, darters,
herons, teal, waterfowl, cuckoo, wild duck and migratory birds like
the Siberian stork that live There in flocks are a fascination for
visitors.
The best way to watch the birds of the Kumarakom
sanctuary is a boat trip round the islands. An enchanting backwater
destination, Kumarakom offers visitors many other leisure options.
Boating and fishing facilities are available at Kumarakom. Holiday
packages on the houseboats, traditional Kettuvalloms, are an
out-of-this-world experience at Kumarakom.
Wildlife
SpeciesVisit to Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, the main wildlife
attraction of this park is its varied avian population including
several migratory species like the Siberian crane. One can see a
rich variety of local birds like kingfisher, water fowl, owl, egret,
heron and ducks. In winters the park hosts a varied species of
migratory birds including the rare Siberian crane, teal, larks,
parrots, flycatchers, wood beetles etc.
Water Bird
SanctuarySpread in an area of 14 acre, the Kumarakom bird
sanctuary is lies on the eastern banks of the Vembanad lake. The
sanctuary adds to the natural beauty of Kumarakom. Birds (waterfowl,
water ducks, cuckoos, wild ducks etc.) nest and spend happy summers
here. The sanctuary becomes home to several migratory birds in the
winter, who arrives here every winter. Here you can spot domestic
birds like cuckoo, wild duck, egrets, darters, herons, teal, and
waterfowl as well as migratory birds like the Siberian storks.
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How
to Reach
- By Air
The nearest Airport is The Cochin
International Airport which is 70 kms. away from the Muhamma
boat jetty
- By Rail
The nearest Railway station is at
Kottayam and regular local and Express trains connect the city
with rest of India.
- By Road
Kottayam is 14 kms from Kumarakom and
both State highway and National Highway connects it with the
rest of the country.
- By Boat
Another exciting way to get to Kumarakom
is by boat. Boats are available all the way from Cochin. There
is also regular boat service from Cochin Boat Jetty to
Kumarakom.
