The landscape is a refreshing cocktail of the exotic and mystical with just the right dash of contemporary elegance - intoxicatingly refreshing! Time doesn't stand still here - it takes a leisurely stroll.... It's not easy making a choice for the perfect holiday destination. Do you go for a locale that gives you an out-of-the-box experience by taking you into the past or do you go for one that gives you comforts of the present?
With Saroma holidays - you don't have to make that choice! Sometimes you can have your "coconut" and eat it too! Taking you on a luxury cruise into the heart of Allepey - lush green paddy fields, traditional river sports and known for its beautiful backwaters; the place is truly a paradise waiting to be explored. Experience - living in you very own luxury houseboat Enjoy - being pampered by our hospitality Embrace - life once again!
The Journey.... Taking you through the pristine backwaters of Kerala - the banks adorned by emerald green fields, majestic palms, traditional huts and exotic birds. The river on the other hand is accessorized by quaint Islands and friendly fishermen.
The Vessel.... Experience living in a traditional houseboat originally known as Kettuvallams. These boats, once used for transporting goods from the interiors to the major ports are now refurbished into comfortable homes keeping alive the grandeur of the past. Constructed from eco-friendly material, the Saroma houseboat stands as a tribute to aesthetic values, exquisite craftsmanship and care for the environment. One of the few boats with a gold star rating - this is the only houseboat with a roof-top swimming pool and can house 30 people at a time.
Other features include: • 2 luxurious double bedrooms • Modern bathrooms • Well-equipped kitchenette • Spacious dining area • Open deck for sun-bathing • Lounge • Skilled and friendly staff
The Saroma hospitality.... If you wish to feel at home - then why travel? At Saroma, our hospitality does not promise you a "homely atmosphere" it promises you an out-of-the-world experience without compromising on your comforts. Scrumptious food, a collection of best-sellers for the bookworms, extensive music options for the i-pod generation, assortment of games for your entertainment are some of the added perks of coming aboard the Saroma houseboat.
For your entertainment.... • Stops at the many striking Islands and serene beaches • Beach barbeques and bonfires • Fishing trips • On demand performance of the various Kerala art forms like Kathakali, mohiniyattam, panchavadhyam, thayambaka and many more. The Saroma Boating holiday is an experience that will leave you.... Relaxed, Refreshed and Ready to go!!
Saroma is driven by management and tourism professionals from Kerala who have worked across the globe. Our knowledge of the land, its people and culture is backed by our background knowledge of the health industry and complemented by an inter-cultural sophistication and quality of services.
The Saroma advantages - Intimate knowledge of Kerala - Owned resources - Personal attention to our clients - A wide network of holiday and health tourism consultants We take pride in our culture and traditions. We offer professional services, but the hospitality is part of our lives.
Saroma houseboat's is one of less than ten in the 'gold star' category. Having own resources - be they properties, vehicles or liaison offices - helps us maintain better quality standards and gives you the benefit of easier customization. Saroma places its focus on hospitality combined with international quality and reliability. Holidays with Saroma translates into a holiday for the mind, body and spirit. Added perks may include increased pleasure and lasting memories. Contact your nearest Saroma Holiday Consultant for more information.