Alleppey

Fast Facts

Climate

Local Languages: Malayalam & English

Best Time to Visit: August-September & February-March

Clothing: Light cottons during summer and light woollens are sufficient for winters.

Moving around: Travel around in the public transport system, which includes government and private run buses, taxis and auto-rickshaws. Semi-luxury coaches and tourist taxis with or without a chauffeur can be hired. Tourist taxis are available throughout the state. Another great way to explore Alleppey is by private boats that can be rented for short or long trips. They are located across the North Canal, opposite the boat jetty. Regular government boats as well as luxury boats can be got from the tourism department as well as private operators.