Kakkathuruth - the Island of Crows

Kakkathuruth is a spectacular tiny island on Kerala’s backwaters in Alappuzha, has been listed in National Geographic’s ‘Around the World in 24 Hours,’ a photographic tour of travel-worthy spots in the world. The emerald-fringed ‘Island of Crows’ is a quiet place surrounded by Vembanad Lake, offers a haven for birdwatchers.

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Getting there

Nearest railway station: Cherthala, around 15 kms

Nearest airport: Trivandrum International Airport, about 186 kms

Where to Stay

Hotel

Hotel Dona Castle

(A Unit of Edassery Group of Hotels Pvt. Ltd.) Kottamukku
Lakshminada
474- 2766669

Approximate Distance: 8.76 KM

Homestay

OOTTUPURA DRIVE INN

NH66
Near chavara bridge
476-2680660
9446839320

Approximate Distance: 7.93 KM

Hotel

The Quilon Beach Hotel

Beach, Pallithottam P.O.
474-2769999

Approximate Distance: 9.73 KM

Hotel

Hotel Sea Bee

Near KSRTC Bus Station, Jetty Road, Kollam
474-2750373 2744696
9496333677

Approximate Distance: 8.41 KM

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Location

Latitude: 8.961775, Longitude: 76.606429