Private houseboat on the Valiyaparamba backwaters near Bekal
Nileshwar · Valiyaparamba · Near Bekal

Your own private houseboat on North Kerala’s calmest backwaters

Sunset, lunch, dinner and overnight cruises on Valiyaparamba. Only your group on board, Kerala food and a friendly local crew.

Cruises from₹7,000per boat

Fast replies on WhatsApp · Price confirmed before you book

  • 1,000+ happy guests
  • Private boat, just your group
  • Kerala food on board
  • Local Bekal team

Choose your cruise

Pick a time. The whole boat is yours.

Every price is for the full private boat, not per person. Tap a cruise to check your date on WhatsApp.

Houseboat at dusk on the backwatersMost popular

Sunset Cruise

₹7,000up to 4 guests
4:30 – 6:30 pm2 hours

Extra guest ₹750 each

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Houseboat lunch cruise on the backwatersCouples

Lunch Cruise

₹7,500for 2 guests
11:30 am – 2:00 pmKerala lunch

Extra guest ₹1,000 each

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Houseboat in the evening

Dinner Cruise

₹12,000up to 4 guests
5:30 – 8:30 pmSunset + dinner

Extra guest ₹1,000 each

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Houseboat lit up at nightStay overnight

Overnight Cruise

₹14,000for 2 guests
5:30 pm – 8:30 amSleep on board

Extra guest ₹2,000 each

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Traditional houseboat deckFamilies

Day Cruise

₹16,000up to 6 guests
10:30 am – 4:00 pmFull day

Extra guest ₹1,500 each

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Big group? Day Cruise for 20–35 guests

10:30 am – 4:00 pm on a large boat. Ideal for families, birthdays and office outings. Message us for a group quote.

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Why guests choose BDC

A quiet, private backwater day, away from the crowds

Valiyaparamba is North Kerala’s largest backwater: wide water, small islands and very few boats.

Private boat

No sharing with strangers. The crew is there only for your group.

Kerala food on board

Welcome drink, home-style Kerala meals, tea and snacks, depending on the cruise.

Calm, open water

Sunset views over Valiyaparamba’s islands, a short drive from Bekal and Nileshwar.

Local team, quick answers

Book directly with BDC in Palakkunnu. Ask anything on WhatsApp before you pay.

How booking works

Booked in three messages

Send your date and group size

Tap any WhatsApp button. Your message is already written.

Get the confirmed price

We check the boat and reply with availability and the final price.

Arrive and step on board

We share the boarding point and timing. The crew takes care of the rest.

From our guests

★★★★★
“BDC took care of everything and their personal touch in crafting our trip made a real difference to our journey.”
Aditya Reddy · houseboat and homestay guest

Questions

Good to know

Is the price per person or per boat?

Per boat. The price covers the number of guests shown on each cruise. Extra guests are charged per person as listed.

Where does the cruise start?

On the Valiyaparamba backwaters near Nileshwar, north of Bekal in Kasaragod district. We send the exact boarding point on WhatsApp after booking.

Is food included?

Yes. Cruises include a welcome drink and Kerala food on board, such as lunch, dinner or tea and snacks depending on the timing. Ask us for the menu.

Will we share the boat with other people?

No. Every cruise is private, just for your group.

How do I book?

Send your date and number of guests on WhatsApp, or call 95676 64224. We confirm availability and the final price before you pay.

Planning a trip to Bekal?

Check your date in one message

Send us your date and group size. We’ll reply with availability and the exact price.

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