Ostrich Cruiselines is the houseboat operations wing of Ostrich Holidays - established in the year 2000, and operates at the Alappuzha (Alleppey) - Kumarakom backwater stretch.
Ostrich, with its Gold Star Rated houseboats, is one of the prominent Houseboat operators in the God's own country. A floating holiday on the backwaters with Ostrich is perhaps the most enchanting holiday experience you would ever have.
To offer exceptional, eco-friendly floating holidays with Gold Star Rated houseboats that immerse guests in the beauty and culture of Kerala.
To be Kerala’s most trusted and enchanting houseboat holiday provider, delivering authentic luxury on the backwaters.
Roof covered traditional motorized canoe, with all 4 sides open for sightseeing. Having a seating capacity of four to twelve people. Cool breeze from all sides makes, a shikara relax able even in the afternoon. It has a very comfortable and luxurious seating arrangement. In fact it is a miniature form of houseboat. As it is small in size, it can cruise through small canals where you can watch people living in the backwater villages.
Boats which are totally different from houseboat. It is widely being used for sightseeing and transportation from one place to another, for tourists who have limited time to explore the backwaters, a motor boat is an ideal pick. Available in different passenger capacity, the boats can be chartered exclusively. Half an hour journey by speedboat to the nearby island of Pathiramanal will reveal the range of rare migratory birds that fly from various parts of the world.
These boats are a natural beauty. A rare experience for many, floating in a typical traditional country craft which is built in Artocarpus wood (Anjili in Malayalam). The boat is about 32 feet long and 3.9 feet wide, with a seating capacity of 4 people, you get a chance to move through the narrow areas of the backwaters. Which are not possible on a houseboat. You can try your rowing skills too.
Kayaking is distinguished from canoeing by the sitting position of the paddler and the number of blades on the paddle. The Kerala backwaters are a vast network of interconnected canals, rivers, lakes and inlets, with navigable waterways spanning 900 kilometers. you will navigate these waterways on an inflatable kayaks, led by a local guide, experience the beauty of the canals that are otherwise inaccessible by larger boats.
For those who want to experience the thrill of speed over the water and at the same time enjoy the beauty of backwaters, speed boat is the best method to travel. This is also the best method for travellers, who have limited time to explore. We arrange speed boats from Alappuzha on hourly basis, which is ideal for tourist to take a round trip to Alappuzha through the enchanting backwaters. This is suitable for small groups, ranging from two to four.
Our family booked a houseboat with Ostrich Cruiselines and it turned out to be one of the most memorable parts of our Kerala vacation. The staff was very polite and professional, and the boat itself was spacious and well-kept. We loved watching the villages go by and relaxing on the deck. The kids especially enjoyed the calm ride and tasty Kerala meals.
I wasn’t sure what to expect from a houseboat tour, but Ostrich Cruiselines really impressed me. From booking to boarding, everything was hassle-free. The crew was warm and attentive, and the boat had a nice traditional charm. The cruise was peaceful, the surroundings were stunning, and the food was just amazing.
We had a fantastic experience with Ostrich Cruiselines during our houseboat tour in Alappuzha. Everything was well-organized from the moment we arrived. The boat was clean, comfortable, and offered beautiful views of the backwaters. The crew was friendly and made sure we felt at home throughout the journey.
