From Alleppy to Kovallam we go!

Our experience on the houseboat was quite special. We had a master chef, and a wonderful crew. The boat was really comfortable with two air-conditioned bedrooms each with their own bathroom. The peace and serenity of being so close to nature was really incredible There was a mystical quality of the morning and evening prayers in the background. Everyone lives so close to nature. They bathe, clean clothes, cook with the water from the river, go from one side to the other. There are rice paddys on each side and you learn the process they go through letting water in and out. You see how the workings of everyday life goes on here. We felt so grateful to have this glimpse.

When we left, our four hour car ride was an interesting transition, one town flowed into the next, getting more built up and modern until we reached our cliff resort hotel overlooking the Arabian Sea. Yet another vibe exists here. Equally as special. We are hoping for more Ayurveda here, meeting the doctor in the morning to see if they can fit us in!