The chart below shows the number of day points consumed based on the number of the nights, apartment type and the season in which you plan to holiday.
A Club Mahindra Managed Resort Club Mahindra Ashtamudi resort has beautiful rooms which includes floating cottages on the lake and studio apartments and hotel units on the land, near the swimming pool. Elegant and spacious, each of the rooms treat you to spectacular views of the Kerala backwaters. There are no kitchenettes in any of them, but they have every other modern amenities to make you feel comfortable. Jump into the pool or sweat it out at the gym or treat yourself to a massage at the
Go kite flying in one of the serene beaches in Kollam , one of the few beaches that has a lifeguard outpost. Kollam town, which was once an European settlement was one of the oldest ports.
At the confluence of the backwaters and the Arabian Sea, dolphins have been sighted by several tourists and speed boats take you there to try your luck
At the estuary of the Ashtamudi Lake and Kallada River is Munroe Island, a palm fringed piece of paradise with mangrove forests, lagoons and small islands . Cruise in the narrow canals, look out for birds, catch prawns and watch the people create magic with their fingers on coir.
The cruises take you to the mangrove islands where you can lose yourself in the world of coconut palms and mangroves. Do some bird watching here and watch out for flying fish on your way back.
Located along the coast is Poovar, a small village located on the southern most tip of Tiruvananthapuram on the estuary where the River Neyyar joins the Arabian Sea. If there is a paradise on earth, then this must be it.
Experience the tranquil beauty of Ashtamudi with a captivating backwater ride. Glide through lush landscapes, witness vibrant avian life, and embrace the serenity of rippling waters. Ashtamudi's backwaters offer a serene escape, revealing nature's harmony. A leisurely cruise promises an unforgettable journey, providing a unique perspective of Kerala's picturesque charm.
A palace located at Kayamkulam was once the royal home of the Travancore Maharajas and is now a museum. A finest example of Kerala architecture, it houses some of the finest murals and inscriptions besides a 10th century statue of Buddha.
Close to Kollam city is the famous Murugan or Subramanya temple at Umayanaloor. A ritual where people try to touch an elephant’s tail takes place around March every year and is symbolic of pranks played by brothers, Ganesha and Murugan.
Appam is God’s own country’s revered food and most popular among Kerala breakfast recipes that are healthy and easy to make. These white lacy pancakes have a crisp side with an airy, soft on touch, fluffy center.
Fish Curry is one of the most sought after items at my house in Kerala.
The biggest festival in the state, Onam, the harvest festival is celebrated across Kerala in the months of August – September for over four days. A rich spread is prepared on a banana leaf called Onam Sadya and this is the speciality of the restaurant here at the time. A cultural festival, it celebrates the homecoming of King Mahabali, the mythical ruler of the people.
A traditional race with boats is celebrated around September every year at Munroe Island along the Kallada River near the backwaters of Ashtamudi. The entire villages around the lake come alive during this period
Another festival celebrated across the state is the Malayali New Year called Vishu which falls in April. It is also celebrated as the festival of lights. It is believed that it is auspicious to look at a medley of positive items the first thing in the morning that includes the Vishukkanni.
Feel the rush of water and get on to a speed boat and explore Ashtamudi. You can also canoe or pedal away at your own pace. An innovative option is the water cycle, where two of you can cycle on water.
The Fun Centre here is the ideal place to head out on a humid afternoon or on a rainy day. Test your skills at Carrom or Scrabble. You can even try your hand at a video game here.
Join the fishermen and try your hand at the techniques used by them to catch karimeen, the delicacy here. You can also watch them set up Chinese fishing nets and call out to each other as well. The resort can also arrange for the Catch of the Day to be your lunch or dinner.
Rich in avian life, more than 50 species flock to Ashtamudi . Take an early morning cruise into small islands along the lakes and you can spot several birds here. Some of them wait around the fishing nets to prey on the catch.
Every day, there are two cruises that take you to small villages on the banks of the canals of the lake. Meet the locals, exchange stories with them . The cruises take you to spot dolphins, flying fish and birds while you can get to hike at mangrove islands.
The chart below shows the number of day points consumed based on the number of the nights, apartment type and the season in which you plan to holiday.
Holidaying in a lower season /apartment consumes lesser days & helps you enjoy more holidays.