Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, located on the eastern banks of Vembanad Lake in Kottayam district of Kerala state, must be on your top-ranked list of the itinerary if you are an enthusiastic bird watcher and nature lover. This 14 acres of land allocated exclusively for native and migratory birds would be a paradise for visitors from all around the world. Visitors can cherish the hidden treasures of nature reflected on the innocent and variant species of birds.
The present-day Kumarakom bird sanctuary was first established as a rubber plantation by Alfred George Baker, thus it was widely known as Baker’s estate. Visitors can spot diverse species of native birds such as waterfowls, cuckoos, egrets, herons, Brahminy Kites, cormorants, etc. Indian cormorants, popularly known as “Indian shags” are most commonly found in and around the sanctuary and over the backwaters. The migratory birds arrive from the Himalayas and as far from Siberia in different seasons. During the winter season, due to the chilling coldness, birds flew from the Himalayas to our most favorable climatic conditions in Kerala. Some of the migratory birds include Siberian cranes, parrots, flycatchers, teal, lark, etc.
This extremely beautiful bird sanctuary is one of the best-visited heavens in Kottayam district. A houseboat or motorboat or cruise trip through the backwaters of Vembanad Lake helps the tourists get an enormous and overall view of the whole bird sanctuary along the banks. Birds in different colors and shapes are often busy doing their own activities. Some are seen flying up the sky, some are sitting comfortably on the trees and some others would be searching fishes in the ponds and fields etc. all these sights leave the visitors awestruck with wonder. Visitors can get passes or tickets to the bird sanctuary where they could walk through the muddy pathways enjoying a peaceful stroll through the woods. Visit Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary to have the most enriching experience of your lifetime amidst the rare, unique, and endangered gems of nature.
The best time to visit 6 AM TO 6 PM
NOV to FEB
Bird watching
Observatory tower
Boating and Sunrise points
Village Life and Local Foods
Contact Details
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary,
Kavanattinkara, Kumarakom,
Kottayam, Kerala 686563
