Boating Charges & Tours
Compare hand-carved sunrise canoes, covered family shikaras, and kayak safaris. Standardized jetty pricing with an upfront token advance.
1-Hour Covered Shikara Cruise
Shaded, cushioned family cruise on Ashtamudi Lake. ₹1,200 (up to 9 guests) or ₹1,400 (10 to 15 guests).
2-Hour Covered Shikara Cruise
Extended lake circuit past Chinese nets and backwater islands. ₹2,000 (up to 9 guests) or ₹2,400 (10 to 15 guests).
Sunrise 2-Hour Canoe Tour
Glide through silent mangrove tunnels and village canals at dawn. Flat rate of ₹1,200 for the boat (up to 6 guests).
Classic 2-Hour Village Canoe Ride
Traditional hand-paddled canoe through coir villages and quiet mangrove arches. Flat rate ₹1,200 (up to 6 guests).
1-Hour Canoe Canal Tour
Authentic hand-paddled introduction to the backwater canals. Flat rate of ₹800 for the entire boat (up to 6 guests).
1-Hour Guided Kayaking
Self-paddled sit-on-top kayaks directly under mangrove canopies. ₹250 per person per hour.
2-Hour Guided Kayaking
Immersive 2-hour paddle covering secluded inner mangrove labyrinths. ₹500 per person.
10-Minute Lake Speed Boat Thrill
High-speed adrenaline dash across open waters of Lake Ashtamudi. Flat rate of ₹1,500 for up to 6 passengers.
Daily Boating Timings & Tidal Conditions
Canal clearances and sun angles determine accessibility. Sunrise is strongly recommended for tranquil waters.
| Slot | Departure Time | Best Experience | Recommended Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Tour | 5:45 AM – 8:15 AM | Dawn mist, waking kingfishers, mirror-calm canals | Wooden Canoe / Kayak |
| Daytime Ride | 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM | Coir-making spinning, village life, fish farms | Covered Shikara / Canoe |
| Sunset Cruise | 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM | Golden hour over Ashtamudi lake & Chinese fishing nets | Shikara Boat / Canoe |