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Boating at Thanneermukkom Bund

It’s a large earth embankment / barrier (a mud regulator) built across Vembanad Lake in Kerala, India, between the villages of Thanneermukkom and Vechoor.

  • It was constructed under the Kuttanad Development Scheme, starting ~1974 and has been operational since about 1976. Its purpose is to block saltwater intrusion into the low-lying agricultural lands (especially rice paddies) in Kuttanad.
  • Length is about 1,400 meters, with many shutters (some 31 shutters each side) to control water flow.

🚤 Boating at Thanneermukkom Bund

Here are what I found regarding boating and related experiences:

What you can do:

  • Regular boat rides on the backwaters are available; good for relaxing views, local villages, scenery, nature.
  • Speedboat rides are also an option if you want something a bit more thrilling.
  • Birdwatching is popular; you may see migratory and local birds.
  • Fishing: some people fish around the bund.

Cost & timing:

  • Boat ride costs vary, around INR 500 per ride for regular boat—though speedboat rides may cost more.
  • Best time to visit is the cooler months, roughly October to March, when weather is pleasant.

Accessibility:

  • The bund is about 9 km from Kumarakom and about 8–11 km from Cherthala.
  • The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport (~68-70 km away).
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