Journey Overview
Poovar is one of Kerala's most extraordinary and least-discovered destinations — a narrow strip of land where the Neyyar River meets the Arabian Sea, accessible only by boat. Floating cottages on the backwaters, a pristine gold-sand island beach, mangrove forests and complete silence make this the ultimate hideaway for couples seeking something truly special.
Journey Highlights
Floating cottage stay on Poovar backwaters
Poovar Island golden sand beach — accessible by boat only
Mangrove forest boat ride
Neyyar Dam and Lion Safari Park
Sanghumugham Beach Trivandrum
Day by Day
Arrival & Floating Resort
Poovar
Arrive Trivandrum airport (28 km). Board boat to reach the floating cottage resort. Afternoon: Poovar Island beach — one of the most secluded beaches in Kerala. Sunset from your private veranda. Overnight floating cottage.
Boat transfer to resort
Poovar Island beach
Private veranda sunset
Backwaters & Neyyar
Poovar · Neyyar
Morning: mangrove forest boat exploration. Afternoon: Neyyar Dam and Wildlife Sanctuary — lion safari park and crocodile farm. Evening: sunset cruise on the estuary where river meets sea. Overnight floating cottage.
Mangrove boat ride
Neyyar Dam
Lion Safari Park
Sunset estuary cruise
Island Morning & Departure
Poovar · Trivandrum
Final morning: early boat ride to Poovar Island beach for sunrise. After breakfast, boat back to mainland. Drive to Trivandrum for onward journey. Optional: Sanghumugham Beach en route.
Island sunrise
Sanghumugham Beach
Trivandrum airport drop
What's Included
✅ Inclusions
✓2 nights floating cottage
✓Daily breakfast and dinner
✓All boat transfers within resort
✓Private boat for island beach
✓Mangrove boat ride
✓Guide
✓GST
❌ Exclusions
✗Airfare / rail fare to Trivandrum
✗Neyyar entry fees
✗Lunch
✗Personal expenses