Kerala backwaters are a unique nature and are found nowhere else in the world. Backwaters are a network of lakes, canals and estuaries and deltas of forty-four rivers that drain into the Arabian Sea. Backwaters of Kerala are a self-supporting Eco-system teeming with aquatic life. The Canals connect the villages together and still used for local transport. Over 900 km of this labyrinthine water world is navigable.

The Kettuvallam / Kettuvallom (House Boat in Kerala) was a large floating structure with high loading carrying capacity was a part of Kerala's culture and heritage over the past years. Kettuvallam /Kettuvallom (House Boat in Kerala) could sail harnessing wild energy. A journey through the lagoon is interesting, passing through sleepy villages, busy boat jetties and vibrant celebrations. The boat glides across the shimmering blue waters with gorgeous green and fringed edges.The small cargo boats called Kettuvalloms are frequently used in the waterways for the above purpose. " Kettu" literally means to tie up and "Vallom" means " boats".