The room charge per night for an air-conditioned and a non-air-conditioned houseboat is Rs 20,000 and Rs 10,000 respectively, during peak season, which runs from mid-October till March.

This includes breakfast, lunch and dinner, while sailing down the peaceful backwaters. Meals include the fresh catch of the day fetched by the boat's cook.

Each boat has a bedroom, living room and a dining area. The check-out time is usually 12 noon. For bookings, one can get in touch with KTDC or private tour operators to get the best deal.