Spice Coast Cruises is a traditional houseboat based in Puthenangadi, off
Alappuzha and
Kumarakom on the serene backwaters of the
Vembanad Lake. The decks are carpeted with coir matting and the arched canopy uses split bamboo, lashed together with coir binding and enclosed with palm fronds. Accommodation includes one and two bedroom
Kettuvalloms. Traditional
Kerala style food is served to the visitors. Guests are attended to by a personal cook and two boatmen. It is 55 km from
Kochi, 95 km from
Cochin International Airport.