Kumbalangi Integrated Tourism Village
📍 Kumbalangi, Ernakulam district, Kerala
India's first designated model eco-tourism village, located on a small island ringed by backwaters and mangroves south of Kochi. Renowned for traditional Chinese fishing nets, coir weaving, crab farming, and rare nighttime bioluminescence ('Kavaru') in the brackish lagoons at dusk.
Entry Fee
Free (village exploration); canoe rides at nominal cost
Best Time
Late afternoon for sunset and canoe paddling
Best Season
October to April
Time Required
3 hours
How to reach
15 km south of Fort Kochi and 18 km from Ernakulam Junction railway station; easily accessible by road and auto-rickshaw.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the entry fee for Kumbalangi Integrated Tourism Village?
The entry fee for Kumbalangi Integrated Tourism Village is Free (village exploration); canoe rides at nominal cost.
What is the best time and season to visit Kumbalangi Integrated Tourism Village?
The best season to visit is October to April, and the ideal time of day is Late afternoon for sunset and canoe paddling.
How do I reach Kumbalangi Integrated Tourism Village?
15 km south of Fort Kochi and 18 km from Ernakulam Junction railway station; easily accessible by road and auto-rickshaw.
How much time is required to explore Kumbalangi Integrated Tourism Village?
A typical visit to Kumbalangi Integrated Tourism Village takes around 3 hours.