Alleppey houseboat prices start from around ₹7,000 per night for a private 1 bedroom deluxe houseboat and go up to ₹60,000 or more for larger luxury boats. Private houseboat prices are quoted for the whole boat and include meals and an overnight backwater cruise. If you do not need to reserve an entire boat, a sharing houseboat lets you book one private bedroom from ₹5,999 for 2 adults, and a 6-hour day cruise is available if you prefer not to stay overnight. The final amount depends on the houseboat category, the number of bedrooms, the travel season, weekday or weekend, boat availability, and your group's requirements.
This guide explains what you can expect to pay: indicative prices for private deluxe, premium and luxury houseboats, bedroom-wise rates, per-person costs, the sharing houseboat option, the day cruise, how travel seasons affect rates, what is included, and what is charged extra. All prices below are indicative. A confirmed quotation depends on your dates and requirements.
If you are still deciding between a private and a shared boat, read our private vs shared houseboat guide. If you are ready to compare boats, you can browse our Alleppey houseboat options.
Table of Contents
- Alleppey Houseboat Price – Complete Price List
- How Much Does a Houseboat Cost in Alleppey?
- Alleppey Houseboat Price by Category
- Houseboat Price in Alleppey by Number of Bedrooms
- Alleppey Houseboat Price Per Person
- Sharing Houseboat in Alleppey – Budget-Friendly Option
- Seasonal Houseboat Pricing in Alleppey
- Alleppey Houseboat Day Cruise Price – 6-Hour Cruise
- Alleppey Houseboat Price for Couples and Families
- What Is Included in the Houseboat Booking Price?
- Additional Charges and Factors Affecting Houseboat Prices
- Is Booking a Houseboat Directly More Affordable?
- Frequently Asked Questions
Alleppey Houseboat Price – Complete Price List
The table below shows indicative overnight rates for a private houseboat (12 PM check-in to 9 AM check-out) by category and bedroom count. Rates within each range vary with season, weekday or weekend, and the specific boat. Sharing houseboat and day cruise pricing are covered in their own sections below.
| Category | 1 Bedroom | 2 Bedroom | 3 Bedroom | 4 Bedroom | 5 Bedroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe | ₹7,000 – ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 – ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 – ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 – ₹22,000 | ₹20,000+ |
| Premium | ₹9,000 – ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 – ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 – ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 – ₹32,000 | ₹28,000+ |
| Luxury | ₹15,000 – ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 – ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 – ₹45,000 | ₹40,000 – ₹60,000 | ₹50,000+ |
These are indicative ranges, not fixed quotations. Private houseboat prices are for the entire boat. GST at 5% is added on top. Extra-person charges apply when a group exceeds standard bedroom capacity (see additional charges).
Prices change with the season and with boat availability, so the most reliable way to get a number is to ask. Message us on WhatsApp with your travel date, number of guests, preferred category and bedroom requirement, and we will share an accurate quotation. You can also contact our team through the website.
How Much Does a Houseboat Cost in Alleppey?
The houseboat price in Alleppey depends on how you book. There are three main options, and each is priced differently:
- Private houseboat: priced per boat. The whole houseboat is reserved for your group for the stay.
- Sharing houseboat: priced per bedroom. You book one private bedroom on a large 8-bedroom houseboat, and other guests book the remaining bedrooms.
- Day cruise: a 6-hour cruise from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, without an overnight stay.
For a private booking, the price is per boat, not per person. That has a practical effect on cost:
- A couple booking a 1 bedroom boat pays the full boat price, so the per-person cost is higher.
- A family or group filling a 3, 4 or 5 bedroom boat splits the price across more guests, so the per-person cost is lower.
- Category (deluxe, premium or luxury) usually changes the price more than any other single factor.
Broadly, an overnight private houseboat in Alleppey costs from around ₹7,000 for an entry-level 1 bedroom deluxe boat to ₹60,000 or more for a large luxury boat, before GST. Where your booking falls in that range depends on the factors covered in the sections below.
Alleppey Houseboat Price by Category
Private houseboats in Alleppey are grouped into deluxe, premium and luxury. The differences that affect comfort most are air-conditioning timings, deck type and interiors.
| Feature | Deluxe | Premium | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC timings | Night only (9 PM – 6 AM) | Full time (day and night) | Full time, 24 hours |
| Deck | Open deck | Glass-covered upper deck | Luxury glass deck plus private deck |
| Interiors | Basic wood finish | Modern, well-furnished | Boutique hotel style |
| Food menu | Standard Kerala meals | Multi-dish Kerala spread | Custom / chef-prepared |
| Suits | First-timers, budget travellers | Couples, small families | Honeymoons, special occasions |
Deluxe Houseboat Price
Deluxe is the entry-level private category and the most economical way to spend a night on the backwaters on a boat of your own. Indicative rates run from ₹7,000 to ₹10,000 for 1 bedroom, ₹10,000 to ₹14,000 for 2 bedrooms and ₹13,000 to ₹18,000 for 3 bedrooms. Air conditioning runs at night only, and the deck is open, so deluxe suits travellers who are comfortable with a simpler boat and who travel when daytime weather is cooler. See our deluxe houseboats for what is available.
Premium Houseboat Price
Premium boats add full-time air conditioning, a glass-covered upper deck and more modern interiors. Indicative rates run from ₹9,000 to ₹14,000 for 1 bedroom, ₹14,000 to ₹20,000 for 2 bedrooms and ₹18,000 to ₹26,000 for 3 bedrooms. The covered deck and daytime AC make premium a practical choice for hot or rainy days, when an open deck is less comfortable. Compare options on our premium houseboats page.
Luxury Houseboat Price
Luxury boats offer 24-hour air conditioning, a glass deck with a private deck area, boutique-style interiors and custom or chef-prepared food. Indicative rates run from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 for 1 bedroom, ₹22,000 to ₹35,000 for 2 bedrooms and ₹30,000 to ₹45,000 for 3 bedrooms. Luxury is usually chosen for honeymoons and special occasions. Explore our luxury houseboats for details.
Not sure which category fits your trip? Tell us your dates, guest count and comfort priorities on WhatsApp and we will suggest a category and quote for it.
Houseboat Price in Alleppey by Number of Bedrooms
For private houseboats, the number of bedrooms sets the size of the boat and its capacity. Each bedroom is designed for 2 adults.
1 Bedroom Houseboat Price
The 1 bedroom boat is the standard choice for couples and honeymooners, and the whole boat is private to you.
- Deluxe: ₹7,000 – ₹10,000
- Premium: ₹9,000 – ₹14,000
- Luxury: ₹15,000 – ₹25,000
2 Bedroom Houseboat Price
Two bedroom boats suit small families or two couples travelling together. Each bedroom is private with its own bathroom, while the dining area, deck and crew are shared by your group.
- Deluxe: ₹10,000 – ₹14,000
- Premium: ₹14,000 – ₹20,000
- Luxury: ₹22,000 – ₹35,000
Split between two couples, a 2 bedroom premium boat works out to roughly ₹7,000 to ₹10,000 per couple before GST.
3 Bedroom Houseboat Price
Three bedroom boats work well for larger families, including children or elderly relatives, and small groups of friends.
- Deluxe: ₹13,000 – ₹18,000
- Premium: ₹18,000 – ₹26,000
- Luxury: ₹30,000 – ₹45,000
4 & 5 Bedroom Houseboat Price
Four and five bedroom boats are meant for big family trips and group travel. The total is higher, but the cost per person drops noticeably when the boat is well filled.
- 4 bedrooms: Deluxe ₹16,000 – ₹22,000 | Premium ₹22,000 – ₹32,000 | Luxury ₹40,000 – ₹60,000
- 5 bedrooms: Deluxe ₹20,000+ | Premium ₹28,000+ | Luxury ₹50,000+
For example, a 4 bedroom deluxe boat at ₹22,000 shared by 8 guests comes to roughly ₹2,750 per person, including meals and the overnight stay (before GST).
Planning a family or group trip? Send us your group size, bedroom needs and preferred category and we will suggest suitable boats and confirm the price.
Alleppey Houseboat Price Per Person
Because a private boat is booked as a whole, per-person cost is simply the boat price divided by the number of guests. The estimates below assume a private boat filled to standard capacity (2 guests per bedroom).
| Category | Approximate price per person |
|---|---|
| Deluxe | ₹2,500 – ₹4,000 |
| Premium | ₹3,500 – ₹5,500 |
| Luxury | ₹5,000 – ₹8,000 |
Two things move these numbers. Couples on a 1 bedroom private boat pay the full boat price between two people, so their per-person cost is higher than the table suggests. Larger groups on 3 to 5 bedroom boats usually pay less per head. Meals and the overnight stay are included, and GST is charged extra. If you want a lower entry cost for a smaller party, the sharing houseboat below is priced per bedroom rather than per boat.
Sharing Houseboat in Alleppey – Budget-Friendly Option
Not every traveller needs a whole boat. A sharing houseboat in Alleppey lets you enjoy a regular houseboat cruise by booking one bedroom on a large 8-bedroom houseboat instead of reserving the entire vessel. The other bedrooms are booked by other guests, and each guest group stays in its own separately booked bedroom. It is a budget-friendly way to experience the backwaters for couples and small groups.
Alleppey Sharing Houseboat Price
The sharing houseboat rate is ₹5,999 for one bedroom, including 2 adults. Each additional passenger costs ₹1,000 extra.
Please note that ₹5,999 is not a per-person price, and it is not the price of the entire 8-bedroom houseboat. It covers one private bedroom for two adults within the shared houseboat experience.
| Guests in one booked bedroom | Price |
|---|---|
| 2 adults | ₹5,999 |
| 3 adults | ₹6,999 |
| 4 adults | ₹7,999 |
These examples are calculated from the base rate of ₹5,999 for 2 adults plus ₹1,000 for each additional passenger. Please confirm how many guests can stay in one bedroom when you enquire.
How Privacy Works on a Sharing Houseboat
- Your bedroom is private to your booking. Only the guests included in your booking stay in your bedroom. You do not share a bedroom with strangers.
- Other bedrooms are booked separately. The remaining bedrooms are occupied by other guests who have booked them on their own.
- The upper deck and designated common areas are shared among the guests on the houseboat.
- The experience is a regular houseboat cruise, with houseboat cruising and food included in the sharing arrangement.
The sharing arrangement is what makes the lower price possible, since guests enjoy a houseboat experience without paying to reserve the entire boat privately.
Private vs Sharing Houseboat: Key Differences
| Feature | Private Houseboat | Sharing Houseboat |
|---|---|---|
| Booking arrangement | Entire houseboat reserved for one group | One bedroom booked within an 8-bedroom houseboat |
| Bedroom privacy | Private to the booking group | Private to the guests in that booking |
| Other guests | No unrelated guest groups sharing the boat | Other guests occupy separately booked bedrooms |
| Common areas | Used by the private booking group | Upper deck and designated common areas are shared |
| Pricing basis | Price for the entire boat | Starting at ₹5,999 for one bedroom for 2 adults |
| Suitable for | Families, couples, or groups wanting the entire boat | Couples or small groups seeking a budget-friendly houseboat experience |
If you want the whole boat to yourself, choose a private houseboat. If a private bedroom and a regular houseboat cruise are enough, and you are comfortable with other guests on the upper deck and common areas, the sharing option is worth considering.
To check sharing houseboat availability for your dates, message us on WhatsApp with your travel date and the number of guests.
Seasonal Houseboat Pricing in Alleppey
Houseboat prices in Alleppey follow demand. The same boat can cost different amounts depending on the part of the year you travel, so the ranges in this guide should be read as indicative rather than fixed. If your dates are flexible, understanding the three broad travel seasons can help you plan.
Peak Travel Season
Peak season is when the weather is pleasant, backwater travel is at its most popular and tourist demand is highest. More travellers competing for the same boats means higher rates and tighter availability, especially for premium and luxury boats and for weekends. Booking early gives you a better choice of boats. Indicative peak-season ranges for a private 1 bedroom boat are ₹8,000 to ₹12,000 for deluxe, ₹12,000 to ₹18,000 for premium and ₹18,000 to ₹30,000 for luxury.
Shoulder Season
Shoulder season sits between the busiest and the quietest periods. Demand is moderate, availability is generally easier and there is more room to choose boats that fit your budget. Days can be warm, so a category with full-time air conditioning (premium or luxury) is more comfortable than a deluxe boat with night-only AC.
Off-Season / Monsoon Season
Off-season, which includes the monsoon, has the lowest demand and is usually the most affordable time to book. The lower end of our private houseboat ranges is most often found here, and entry-level rates start from around ₹7,000 for a 1 bedroom deluxe boat, ₹8,000 for premium and ₹13,000 for luxury. The backwaters look very different in this period: fuller canals, green paddy fields and far fewer boats on the water. A premium boat with a covered deck is a comfortable choice when it rains. Houseboats operate on calm inland waters, and in the rare event of severe weather, guests are informed in advance.
What Causes Seasonal Price Variation?
Beyond the season itself, prices can shift because of:
- Weekday versus weekend demand
- How many boats of your category are still available for your dates
- High-demand periods, when availability tightens and rates can rise
- Your category, bedroom count and guest numbers
No seasonal rate is fixed for every date, so treat the figures here as a planning guide and ask us for a quotation for your dates.
Alleppey Houseboat Day Cruise Price – 6-Hour Cruise
If you do not want to stay overnight, our day cruise lets you enjoy a regular houseboat cruising experience during the day without an overnight stay. The Alleppey houseboat day cruise is a 6-hour cruise from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
| Duration | Deluxe | Premium | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 hours (11:00 AM – 5:00 PM) | ₹7,000 – ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 – ₹13,000 | ₹15,000+ |
Prices are indicative and may vary with season and availability. GST is extra. Please confirm the inclusions for your day cruise when you enquire.
Day Cruise vs Overnight Houseboat
The day cruise is separate from an overnight houseboat booking. Overnight stays run from 12 PM check-in to 9 AM check-out and include a night on the water. The day cruise runs from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM and does not include an overnight stay. A day cruise suits travellers with a tight schedule or anyone passing through Alleppey. An overnight stay suits anyone who wants a slower, more complete backwater experience.
To check day cruise availability for your date, message us on WhatsApp.
Alleppey Houseboat Price for Couples and Families
Couples and Honeymooners
Couples usually choose between a private 1 bedroom houseboat and the sharing houseboat. Indicative private prices are ₹7,000 to ₹10,000 for deluxe, ₹9,000 to ₹14,000 for premium and ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 for luxury. If you would rather not reserve a whole boat, the sharing houseboat starts at ₹5,999 for one private bedroom for 2 adults. Premium is a practical middle option among private boats because of the full-time AC and covered deck. Luxury is more common for honeymoons.
Honeymooners on a private boat can ask for floral decoration and a candlelight dinner setup as an optional add-on, priced at around ₹1,500 to ₹2,500 depending on the arrangement. Mention it when you book so it can be arranged in advance. See our travel and honeymoon packages for more.
Families
A family of 4 usually books a 2 bedroom private boat. Indicative starting rates are around ₹10,000 for deluxe in the lower-demand periods and around ₹12,000 in peak season, which works out to roughly ₹2,500 to ₹3,500 per person including meals and the overnight stay (before GST). Families with young children or elderly relatives often prefer premium for the full-time air conditioning and covered deck.
If your group is larger than the standard capacity of 2 adults per bedroom, extra-person charges may apply (see additional charges).
Groups of Friends
For groups, 3, 4 and 5 bedroom private boats give the lowest cost per person. Share your group size and preferred category and we can suggest the right boat.
What Is Included in the Houseboat Booking Price?
A standard overnight private houseboat booking includes:
- Welcome drink on arrival
- Lunch, served during the cruise
- Evening tea and snacks
- Dinner at the overnight mooring
- Breakfast the next morning
- Backwater cruise covering Vembanad Lake, village canals and Punnamada Lake
- Overnight accommodation with bedding
- Captain and cook crew
Food is prepared on board by the crew.
The sharing houseboat and the 6-hour day cruise are separate bookings from the overnight private houseboat, so their inclusions are confirmed when you enquire. The sharing houseboat includes normal houseboat cruising and food, similar to a regular houseboat cruise.
Not Included
- GST at 5%, added on top of the quoted rate
- Alcohol, which you are welcome to bring yourself
- Optional add-ons such as floral decoration or a special dinner setup
Additional Charges and Factors Affecting Houseboat Prices
Extra-Person Charges
On a private houseboat, each bedroom is designed for 2 adults. If your group is larger than that, for example 3 adults on a 1 bedroom boat or a child sharing a room, extra-person charges apply, including meals:
- Deluxe: ₹1,000 per extra person
- Premium: ₹1,500 per extra person
- Luxury: ₹2,500 per extra person
Children under 5 are generally not charged, and children aged 5 to 12 are typically charged at half the extra-person rate. Please confirm at the time of booking, as individual boats can differ slightly.
On the sharing houseboat, the ₹5,999 rate covers 2 adults in one bedroom, and each additional passenger costs ₹1,000 extra.
What Affects the Final Price
- Booking type: A private houseboat, a sharing houseboat bedroom and a day cruise are priced differently.
- Category: Deluxe, premium or luxury has the biggest effect on private houseboat prices.
- Number of bedrooms: More bedrooms mean a higher total but a lower per-person cost when the boat is full.
- Travel season and demand: Peak, shoulder and off-season demand change rates for the same boat.
- Weekday or weekend: Friday and Saturday nights are typically 10–15% higher than weekday nights for private boats.
- Number of guests: Groups above standard capacity pay extra-person charges.
- Boat availability: When fewer boats of a category are free, options narrow and prices can rise.
- Special requirements: Decorations, special dinners and similar add-ons are charged separately.
- GST: 5% is added to the base rate of private houseboats.
Indicative prices vs confirmed quotations: the figures on this page help you plan and compare. A quotation is confirmed only once we know your dates, guest count, preferred category and bedroom requirement. Contact our team or send those details on WhatsApp for a confirmed price.
Is Booking a Houseboat Directly More Affordable?
Backwater Holidays is a local houseboat booking and service provider based in Alappuzha, working with locally owned houseboats. When you book with us directly, you deal with the team that arranges the boat, so there is no separate agent or third-party listing between you and the booking. That can keep the process simpler and prices transparent, because you see the range for your category and bedroom count and can ask questions directly.
We would not claim that any one option is the cheapest for every date, because prices depend on season, category and availability. The most reliable approach is to compare quotations for the same category, bedroom count, dates and inclusions, and to check what each quote includes (meals, GST, extra-person charges and add-ons).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest houseboat price in Alleppey?
Indicative prices for a private 1 bedroom deluxe houseboat start from around ₹7,000 per night, usually in lower-demand periods. Premium 1 bedroom boats start higher, and luxury 1 bedroom boats start from around ₹15,000. If you do not need a whole boat, our sharing houseboat starts at ₹5,999 for one bedroom for 2 adults. GST is extra on private houseboat rates.
What is the Alleppey houseboat price per night?
For a private overnight houseboat, it ranges from about ₹7,000 for a 1 bedroom deluxe boat to ₹60,000 or more for a 4 or 5 bedroom luxury boat. Category, bedrooms, season, weekday or weekend and availability all affect the final rate.
Is the private houseboat price per person or for the whole boat?
The private houseboat price is for the whole boat. Extra-person charges apply only if your group is above the standard capacity of 2 adults per bedroom.
How much does a sharing houseboat cost in Alleppey?
The sharing houseboat rate starts at ₹5,999 for one bedroom, including 2 adults. Each additional passenger costs ₹1,000 extra.
Is ₹5,999 the price per person or per bedroom?
₹5,999 is the price for one bedroom, not per person. It includes 2 adults. It is also not the price of the entire 8-bedroom houseboat.
How many adults are included in the ₹5,999 sharing houseboat rate?
The ₹5,999 rate includes 2 adults in one bedroom.
How much is charged for an additional passenger on the sharing houseboat?
Each additional passenger costs ₹1,000 extra. For example, 3 adults in one booked bedroom cost ₹6,999, and 4 adults cost ₹7,999. Please confirm bedroom capacity when you enquire.
Is the bedroom private on a sharing houseboat?
Yes. The bedroom you book is private to the guests included in your booking. You do not share your bedroom with strangers.
Which areas are shared with other guests on a sharing houseboat?
The upper deck and designated common areas are shared among the guests on the houseboat. Other guests stay in their own separately booked bedrooms.
Is the entire houseboat reserved for one booking on a sharing houseboat?
No. The sharing houseboat is an 8-bedroom boat, and you book one bedroom. The other bedrooms are booked by other guests. If you want the entire boat for your group, choose a private houseboat.
What is the houseboat price for couples in Alleppey?
Couples usually choose a private 1 bedroom boat or the sharing houseboat. Indicative private prices are ₹7,000 to ₹10,000 for deluxe, ₹9,000 to ₹14,000 for premium and ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 for luxury, before GST. The sharing houseboat starts at ₹5,999 for one bedroom for 2 adults.
What is the houseboat price in Alleppey for a family of 4?
A family of 4 usually books a 2 bedroom private boat. Indicative starting rates are around ₹10,000 for deluxe in lower-demand periods and around ₹12,000 in peak season, which is roughly ₹2,500 to ₹3,500 per person including meals and the overnight stay, before GST.
Are meals included in the houseboat price?
Yes, for an overnight private houseboat booking: a welcome drink, lunch, evening tea and snacks, dinner and breakfast the next morning. The sharing houseboat includes normal houseboat cruising and food, similar to a regular houseboat cruise. Please confirm inclusions for the day cruise when you enquire.
Is GST included in the quoted prices?
No. GST at 5% is added on top of the base rate for private houseboat prices quoted in this guide.
What is the difference between deluxe, premium and luxury houseboats?
Deluxe boats have night-only AC (9 PM to 6 AM) and an open deck. Premium boats have full-time AC and a glass-covered upper deck. Luxury boats have 24-hour AC, a glass deck with a private deck area and boutique-style interiors.
Do houseboat prices change with the season?
Yes. Rates are generally higher in peak season when demand is high, moderate in shoulder season and lowest in the off-season or monsoon. Weekend nights and boat availability also affect the price.
Can I book a houseboat for just a few hours?
Yes. We offer a 6-hour day cruise without an overnight stay. Indicative prices are ₹7,000 to ₹9,000 for deluxe, ₹10,000 to ₹13,000 for premium and from ₹15,000 for luxury.
What time does the day cruise operate?
The day cruise operates for 6 hours, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
How long is the day cruise?
The day cruise is 6 hours long, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
What are the check-in and check-out times for overnight houseboats?
For overnight private houseboat bookings, standard check-in is at 12 PM. The morning cruise starts around 8 to 9 AM, followed by breakfast and check-out by 9 AM.
How far in advance should I book?
Book earlier for peak season and for weekends, as boats fill up. In quieter periods there is usually more flexibility. Sending your dates early helps us check availability for your preferred booking type and category.
Is it safe to travel on a houseboat during the monsoon?
Houseboats operate on calm inland backwaters and run during rain. In the rare event of severe weather, guests are informed in advance.
Get an Accurate Houseboat Quotation
The prices above give you a realistic idea of what an Alleppey houseboat costs, but a confirmed price depends on your dates and requirements. To check availability and receive a confirmed quotation, send us:
- Your travel dates
- The number of guests (adults and children)
- Whether you want a private houseboat, a sharing houseboat bedroom or the 6-hour day cruise
- For private boats: your preferred category (deluxe, premium or luxury) and bedrooms required
- Any special requests
Send your details on WhatsApp, or contact our team. To see the boats first, visit our houseboat page.
