Kumarakom Backwaters is a major sightseeing destination that can be visited by renting a houseboat. These houseboats take visitors through the canals, lagoons, lakes, river and backwaters in the region. These houseboats comprise a living room, a bedroom, a bathroom and other important facilities. Tourists can get a beautiful view from the deck of the houseboat of the Kumarakom Backwaters. The backwaters can be reached from the hotels or resorts, which also arrange for houseboats.