BEAUTIFUL ALLEPPEY Simple Guidelines To Serve You Better
Official Guest Orientation

Houseboat Cruise Guidelines

Welcome aboard Beautiful Alleppey! Please review these important guidelines regarding timings, onboard amenities, meals, and safety rules to ensure a delightful backwater voyage.

Overnight Cruise Schedule
Standard Halting Timings
Check-In 12:00 PM
Departure 12:15 PM
Lunch Break ~1 Hour
Night Anchor 5:00-5:30 PM
Kitchen Closes 10:00 PM
Check-Out 09:00 AM
Schedule Note: Management will not be responsible for late arrivals; halting will be as per normal houseboat timings. Travel extension is subject to availability upon extra payment.

Air Conditioning (A/C) Policy

  • Deluxe Bookings: A/C is facilitated only in the Bedroom from 09:00 PM to 06:00 AM.
  • Premium / Luxury Bookings: Full-time A/C usage available throughout the stay.
Voltage Drop Notice: In rare weather conditions (windy or rainy), voltage drops may occur at night causing temporary slowing of A/C cooling.

Facilities & Resource Conservation

  • Houseboats have limited facilities. Please do not compare with mainland Hotels or Resorts.
  • Water Conservation: Storage capacity is limited. Please do not waste water and keep taps closed after use.
  • Electricity Conservation: Please switch off fans and lights when not in use. In case of electricity, water, or A/C failure, inform the crew immediately.

Dining & Kitchen Services

  • Only a fixed menu consisting of traditional Kerala cuisines will be served on board.
  • Guests are not allowed to cook or use the kitchen inside the houseboat.
  • Kitchen and cook services are available maximum until 10:00 PM. Kitchen services are unavailable after 10:00 PM.

Safety & Night Navigation

  • Houseboat anchors between 5:00 PM & 5:30 PM for the night stay. No lake cruising is permitted in evening or late night hours.
  • To maintain privacy of backwater culture, guests are requested to retire to bedroom after completing dinner by 10:00 PM (Max 10:30 PM).
  • The Houseboat captain has the right to change/divert the route based on water traffic and climate conditions.
SWIMMING IN THE LAKES IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED.

Property Protection & Belongings

  • Houseboat Allocation: 99% of the time, the exact boat shown in photos is provided. In rare (1%) maintenance cases, an equivalent quality boat will be provided.
  • Damage Responsibility: Breakage or destruction of any houseboat property is the sole responsibility of the guest and will be charged.
  • Do not drop sanitary napkins, plastics, or insoluble items into the closet/toilet.
  • Please check and take care of all personal belongings and baggage before leaving the boat.

Backwater Natural Habitat

  • Flies and small insects are part of the natural backwater ecosystem and cannot be 100% eliminated. They naturally gather around light sources at night.
  • Kindly cooperate with our crew members so they can serve you better throughout your stay!

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