Ameya Kerala
Lakeside peace,
Authentic backwater life
Couples,
Families
Small, serene, and secluded, this characterful property is a great place to experience the total tranquillity of Lake Vembanad.
Perfect for travellers seeking calm and simplicity, Ameya suits couples or solo travellers who value quiet, eco-conscious stays. It’s a great base for exploring Kerala’s backwaters in depth, far from the busier tourist areas.
You’ll get a real feel for life on the backwaters here, as Ameya offers terrific tours of the surrounding villages and waterways – including an offbeat rice boat experience.
We love that Ameya produces its own electricity using solar power and sources much of its food from its organic garden.
The Rooms
This relaxing retreat has a traditional feel and is made up of just 4 thatched cottages. They’re all decorated with lovely antiques, tasteful tiles, and fun fabrics and have endless views of the calming backwaters. Enjoy the peace and quiet on your villa’s balcony while listening to the gently swaying palm trees, or wander to Ameya’s spacious front lawn to take a refreshing dip in the glassy pool and read your book in a hammock.
What You’ll Find:
Why You'll Love It:
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Kerala Encompassed
Gain a great insight into the variety Kerala has to offer as you travel south to north over three weeks. You’ll have the opportunity to stay in different types and styles of accommodation, ranging from tea bungalows to a plantation mansion, houseboat, treehouse and tents, to name a few.
Spend your days among tea and spice plantations, relaxing in rural settings, spotting wildlife, cruising along the Alleppey backwaters, visiting local markets and getting to know the towns that make Kerala tick. Relax on a remote beach to round off your holiday through ‘God’s Own Country’.
Highlights
Cruise the backwaters
Explore the canals on a houseboat for two nights, watching local life pass by
Birdwatching
Wake up on the banks of the Periyar River, where you’ll have the chance to spot over 120 species of birds
Safaris
Track elephants and tigers in Nagarhole National Park
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Birds of South India
Discover lesser-visited but beautiful areas of Southern India during this two week holiday. There is a particular focus on the region’s abundant birdlife, exceptional for casual and serious aficionados. Visit several sanctuaries and travel through the lush western ghats, known as a treasure house of endemic species, as well as the strictly protected wildlife of Bandipur National Park.
Highlights
Rangananthittu Bird Sanctuary
End your journey with a visit to the Rangananthittu Bird Sanctuary, home to some 170 exquisite bird species
Valparai
Explore Valparai’s remote landscapes through forest treks in an area full of wildlife, including some of the most endangered varieties of hornbills
Bandipur National Park
Spot elusive big game on sunrise and sunset safaris in Bandipur National Park
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Ameya Kerala on the map
In Our Travellers’ Words
Immersive India
India, exceeded all expectations
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The Curious Traveller’s Expert Guide to India
Want to know more? With its vast size, rich diversity, and countless possibilities, planning a holiday to India can feel overwhelming – so we’ve created our Curious Traveller’s Guide to India to help make sense of it all.
It’s our experts’ pick of standout experiences and places to stay, with honest advice on the best regions and tips for both first-time visitors and those returning for more.
