Kumarakom is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. It is a noted bird sanctuary where many migratory birds visit. The Vembanad Lake is habitat for many marine species. Kumarakom has been drawing increased attention from the global traveler.

The Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, a favourite haunt of migratory birds like the Siberian stork, as well as egrets, darters, herons and teals, is a 14 acre island close to Kumarakom. A short boat ride away is another tourist haven, Pathiramanal, meaning Midnight Sands.

Getting there
Air : The nearest airport is Kochi

Rail : The nearest rail junction is Kottayam

Road : 80kms from Kochi

Best season to visit
Any time during the year except Monsoon, which ranges from June to September.