Cycle the Coast of Kerala

Tourist-class hotels are used throughout the trip, all of which have swimming pools, whilst the village homestay brings a different flavour to the itinerary. The homestay is spread across a number of houses owned by different families. Here you will experience warm Keralan hospitality, alongside a cooking demonstration and dinner with the hosts. Rooms are air-conditioned and come with a private bathroom. Please note that single rooms can be limited at the homestay.

Hotels in India usually do not have heating as there are really only a couple of months in the year when the weather can be cooler. However blankets can be requested or the hotel may be able to provide a standing heater for your room.

Houseboats are converted rice barges consisting of 2-berth cabins with ensuite bathrooms. The houseboats are air-conditioned (between 8pm and 6am), come with their own cook and also benefit from a communal/dining area. Customers should be aware that the gas water heaters used on all houseboats are open-flued systems, as used in many parts of India. While this complies with Indian law, it does not meet UK standards and therefore travellers must be informed that there is a risk (while minimal) of carbon monoxide emissions. The tour operator has asked the leaders to install a Carbon Monoxide alarm, and they have been asked to brief groups to keep their rooms ventilated (i.e. window open) at night to ensure sufficient air circulation.

Prices are based on two people sharing a room, a single supplement is payable if you wish to have your own room.