Kollam is located on the green banks of the vast Ashtamudi Lake that is the gateway to the vast labyrinth of Kerala backwaters with eight streams that penetrate their arms into the remotest parts of Kollam, Kerala, South India. The Kollam - Alappuzha backwaters cruise is the longest backwater tour in Kerala. Tour the Alumkadavu village on your Kerala backwaters tours and feast your eyes on this picturesque water bound village known for its boat building yard.

Kollam is located at a distance of 71 kilometers from Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala, South India and is ideal for calm and serene backwaters tours. Some important must see destinations on the banks of the Kollam backwaters that warrant a visit include the Sasthamkotta fresh water lake, Thirumullavaram beach, Subramanya temple, Rameshwara temple and other tour sites.