Alumkadavu is located west of karunagappally town, Alumkadavu is a tourist Point in the Kollam-Alleppey National Water way is just 3 km from Karunagappally. Green Channel resort in Alumkadavu is another major tourist attraction.
The first in India to build houseboats , the Kettuvallms. The method of its making is interesting to watch. The craftsmen require strong noses as a mix of cashew and fish oil is used as a coating in the manufacturing process. This is to shield from decaying in the water – saline and non saline. After the raw boat work is over, the next step is thatch-roofing. In the final process the raw floor will be transformed like an apartment. The whole process will take few months by about 7 to 8 craftsmen.
Where to Stay :
Green Channel resort,
Room : Non A/c
Contact :
The Green Channel Resort,
Run By DTPC Kollam
Alumkadavu
Phone : 0476-2628134
How to Reach :
By Boat : From Kollam DTPC & private tour operator conduct Houseboat services
By Bus : 3 km away from High School Junction Karunagappally (NH47)
