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Questions people ask before booking
Is the price per person or per boat?
Per boat. One covered motor boat takes up to 7 guests, and a child under 2 can sit on a parent's lap for free. The booking form works out how many boats your group needs.
Where do we board the boat?
Rides start from our boarding point near Attupuram Checkpost, Poovar, on the Trivandrum–Kanyakumari road. We send the exact Google Maps pin on WhatsApp when we confirm your booking. If you add a pickup, our driver brings you straight to the boat.
How far is Poovar from Trivandrum, Kovalam and the airport?
Poovar is about 30 km from Trivandrum city (around 1 hour by road), about 16 km from Kovalam (30 to 40 minutes), about 28 km from Trivandrum airport and about 60 km from Kanyakumari.
Do we stop at the golden sand beach?
Yes. On the 1.5-hour, 2-hour, sunrise, golden hour and lunch cruises the boat pulls up on the golden sand beach so you can walk on it and take photos. The 1-hour ride passes it from the water. Swimming in the sea there is not allowed, as the currents are strong.
Is it safe for children and elderly guests?
Yes. The backwater is calm, everyone wears a life jacket (we carry children's sizes), and the boatman helps guests on and off. Tell us in the form if anyone needs extra help boarding.
What are the boating timings?
Boats run every day from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and every ride is back by 6 PM. Boating stops at sunset for safety. Mornings and late afternoons are the most pleasant.
What is the best season to visit Poovar?
October to March has the most pleasant weather. Boats run all year; in the monsoon (June to September) rides can be paused during heavy rain, and we'll move your booking to the next good slot.
Can we have lunch during the ride?
Yes. The Lunch Cruise includes a 30-minute stop at a floating restaurant. Food is ordered and paid for at the restaurant. On other cruises we can stop for a tender coconut or snack on request.
How do we pay?
There's nothing to pay online. You can pay at the boarding point by UPI or cash. If you can, a 30% advance by UPI helps us hold your boat, but it isn't required.
What if it rains or we need to cancel?
If the weather isn't safe, we move your ride to the next available slot or cancel it at no charge. If your plans change, message us on WhatsApp as early as you can. See the booking & cancellation policy.