Elaborations in Wood and Rope
Our Spice Coast cruises feature single and two-bedroom houseboats, complete
with kitchens, bathrooms and your own personal cooks-cum-attendants-cum-boatmen.
The boat hulls are made from seasoned 'Anjili' (Jackfruit) logs, that have a
natural gentle curvature. Keels are flat, because the rivers here can get mighty
shallow at times, and also to allow the boat to be easily punted. (They come
with a quiet outboard motor too, so the boatman can get some rest)
Respecting the ancient character of the Kettuvallom, we took an integrative
approach to the interiors. You'll see natural and local materials everywhere,
products of the forest of wealth that surrounds the backwaters. The decks are
laden with coir matting, and the distinctive canopy uses split bamboo, lashed
together with coir and covered with palm fronds.
Note the winged awnings, that, when raised, give the houseboat a distinctly
rakish air. Legend has it that they're a Chinese influence, (like the fishing
nets). Be that as it may, we put in a few extra ones, to take full advantage
of the breeze, and so you can get a better look at the view.
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