Is AC available in Deluxe Houseboat during the day?

No, in Deluxe Houseboats, AC is only available from 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM. For Full-Time AC, you should book a Premium Houseboat.

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Deluxe Houseboat in Alleppey

The Best Budget-Friendly Backwater Experience

What is a Deluxe Houseboat?

A Deluxe Houseboat is the standard, budget-friendly category in Alleppey. It offers a private bedroom with an attached bathroom, traditional Kerala meals, and an open-air dining area.

Key Difference: In Deluxe boats, the Air Conditioning (AC) is operational only at night (9 PM to 6 AM). It is the perfect choice for nature lovers who want to enjoy the fresh backwater breeze during the day.

Deluxe Facilities

🌙 Night AC

AC in the bedroom is switched on from 9 PM to 6 AM for sleeping.

🌿 Open Dining

Experience the backwaters directly from an open, shaded deck.

🍲 All Meals

Welcome drink, Lunch, Snacks, Dinner & Breakfast (Kerala Style).

⚓ Private Boat

You get the entire boat for yourself (no sharing with strangers).

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The "Open-Air" Advantage:

Unlike glass-enclosed Premium boats, Deluxe houseboats have an open-sided living area. This allows you to feel the cool breeze, smell the fresh air, and take better photographs without glass reflection. It is the most authentic way to experience the backwaters.

Deluxe Itinerary (Overnight)

Relax and unwind on the calm waters.

DAY 1: Village Cruise

Check-in at 12:00 PM. Welcome Drink on arrival. The boat starts cruising immediately. Enjoy a traditional Kerala Lunch (Rice, Sambar, Fish Fry, etc.) while passing through lush paddy fields and villages.

At 5:30 PM, the boat will dock at a village side for the night. You can go for a village walk or watch the sunset. Dinner is served at 8:00 PM. AC is turned on at 9:00 PM.

DAY 2: Morning Cruise

Morning tea at 7:00 AM. Breakfast (Idli/Dosa/Eggs) is served while cruising starts again at 7:30 AM. Check-out at 9:00 AM.

🍽️ Deluxe Food Menu (Kerala Style)

Authentic local cuisine prepared fresh on board.

Deluxe Rates Start From

₹ 10,000

+ 5% GST Extra

(Price for 2 Adults • Night AC Only)

Should you Upgrade? (Deluxe vs Premium)

Feature	Deluxe (Standard)	Premium (Upgrade)
Price	₹ 10,000 +	₹ 14,000 +
AC Timing	Night Only (9PM-6AM)	Full Time (Day & Night)
Living Area	Open Air (Breezy)	Glass Covered (Dust Free)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it hot without Day AC?

While the boat is moving (cruising), there is usually a pleasant breeze from the backwaters, so it is comfortable. However, during summer afternoons (March-May), it can get warm. If you are sensitive to heat, we recommend upgrading to Premium.

Are there mosquitoes at night?

The backwaters are a natural ecosystem, so insects are present. However, the Deluxe boats have netted windows, and once the AC is turned on at 9 PM and doors are closed, the bedroom is protected.

Is there a TV in the bedroom?

Usually, Deluxe boats have a TV in the common dining/living area, not inside the bedroom. This encourages you to spend time enjoying the view outside!