Blue Jelly Ultra Premium Houseboat

01 Night/ 02 Days

Start Point : Alleppey (Alappuzha), Kerala

Experience Kerala’s backwaters aboard one of Blue Jelly Cruises’ ultra premium houseboats, designed more like floating luxury villas than traditional houseboats. With private suites, full-time air conditioning, teakwood interiors, dedicated chefs, premium dining areas, and spacious common areas, these boats offer a boutique-hotel-style experience on the water.

Whether you are planning a romantic honeymoon cruise, family backwater holiday, corporate retreat, destination celebration, or private group charter, Blue Jelly Cruises offers five distinct ultra premium houseboats designed for different group sizes and travel styles.

Destinations Covered : Alleppey Backwaters – Vembanad Lake – Kumarakom – Alleppey–Kumarakom Backwater Route

The Tour Highlights

Ultra premium private houseboat experience
Luxury floating-villa-style accommodation
Full-time air conditioning throughout the vessel
Teakwood interiors
Private suites with attached bathrooms
Dedicated chef and kitchen crew
Kerala and continental cuisine
Alleppey backwater cruising
Scenic views of paddy fields and palm groves
Sunset viewing from dedicated lounge areas
Jacuzzi suite on Blue Jelly Topaz
Dual sundecks on Blue Jelly Amber
Dedicated lobby and dining area on Blue Jelly Onyx
Conference room on Blue Jelly Pearl
Large conference and dining facilities on Blue Jelly Coral
Suitable for honeymoons, families, corporate groups, weddings, and celebrations

Tour Itinerary

Day 01 – Luxury Houseboat Check-In & Backwater Cruise

12:30 PM – Check-In

Begin your ultra premium houseboat experience with check-in aboard your selected Blue Jelly houseboat.

Settle into your private accommodation and explore the luxury interiors, common areas, lounge spaces, and upper deck.

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM – Lunch

Enjoy lunch prepared by the dedicated kitchen crew. Depending on your selected houseboat, the dining experience takes place in the dedicated dining area or spacious group dining facilities.

Kerala and continental dishes are prepared as part of the premium onboard dining experience.

Afternoon – Alleppey Backwater Cruise

Relax aboard your private luxury houseboat as you cruise through the scenic Alleppey backwaters.

Enjoy views of Kerala’s paddy fields, palm groves, and peaceful waterways from the open deck and dedicated lounge areas.

Sunset Experience

Spend the evening enjoying the changing colors of the sky over the backwaters. Guests aboard Topaz can make use of its dedicated lounge seating area designed specifically for sunset viewing.

8:00 PM – 10:00 PM – Dinner

Enjoy an evening dinner prepared by the dedicated chef and kitchen crew.

The spacious dining facilities aboard the larger Blue Jelly boats also make them suitable for group dinners, celebrations, corporate gatherings, and private events.

Overnight Stay

Relax and spend the night aboard your selected Blue Jelly ultra premium houseboat.

Day 02 – Breakfast & Check-Out

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM – Breakfast

Enjoy breakfast aboard the houseboat before preparing for departure.

9:00 AM – Check-Out

Complete your luxury backwater houseboat experience with check-out at 9:00 AM.

Houseboat Options

1. Blue Jelly Topaz – Signature Jacuzzi Suite

Topaz is the flagship of the Blue Jelly fleet and features a genuine Jacuzzi suite positioned toward the open backwaters, allowing guests to enjoy views of paddy fields and palm groves while relaxing.

The suite connects to a formal lobby area and is accompanied by a second bedroom with its own attached bathroom. The boat also features a dedicated lounge seating area designed for sunset viewing.

A separate galley is staffed by a trained chef and support crew. Its dining and function space can accommodate approximately 20 to 30 people, making it suitable for private celebrations and corporate gatherings.

Best For: Honeymooners, couples, small celebrations, anniversary dinners, and corporate groups.

2. Blue Jelly Amber – Teakwood Three-Bedroom Houseboat

Amber features a three-bedroom layout with teakwood parquet flooring, creating a warm and traditional luxury atmosphere.

Its dual sundeck design provides two separate lounging areas, giving larger groups more space to relax and enjoy the backwater views.

The boat also provides full-time air conditioning and a dedicated kitchen crew preparing Kerala and continental dishes to order.

Best For: Families of six to eight guests and two to three couples traveling together.

3. Blue Jelly Onyx – Long-Route Luxury Houseboat

Onyx shares a three-bedroom configuration with Amber but is designed specifically for longer multi-day backwater journeys.

It includes a proper lobby and dedicated dining area, providing comfortable common spaces for guests during longer cruises.

The boat is focused on comfortable extended stays rather than simply offering a showpiece luxury interior, making it suitable for travelers planning longer time aboard the backwaters.

Best For: Couples, small families, and guests planning the 2-night Alleppey–Kumarakom–Alleppey route or longer multi-day charters.

4. Blue Jelly Pearl – Five-Bedroom Conference Houseboat

Pearl features five bedrooms and is designed to function as both a luxury houseboat and a practical venue.

Its dedicated conference room makes it suitable for corporate retreats, incentive travel groups, family reunions, and larger private gatherings.

The five-bedroom layout provides private accommodation while maintaining enough common space for groups to meet and spend time together.

Best For: Corporate groups, extended families, and multi-family charters of approximately 10 to 12 guests.

5. Blue Jelly Coral – Large-Group Flagship

Coral is the largest houseboat in the Blue Jelly fleet, featuring ten bedrooms with king and twin configurations.

The boat includes a conference area for approximately 20 guests and group dining space for up to 40 people. It is specifically designed for large-scale events rather than simply being a larger version of a couples’ houseboat.

The boat maintains the ultra premium standard with full-time air conditioning, a spacious upper deck, and a dedicated kitchen and service crew suitable for large-group dining.

Best For: Weddings, corporate retreats, destination celebrations, large family groups, and private charters of 20-plus guests.

Who Is This Houseboat Experience Best For?

Couples & Honeymooners

Choose Saffron for privacy and an in-room Jacuzzi, or Saffron Serenity for a more complete romantic experience including a couples’ massage, shikkara ride, and fishing village visit.

Families of Four

Pepper provides two bedrooms and accommodation for up to four guests.

Families & Groups of Six

Choose Cinnamon, Clove, or Fennel. All three offer three bedrooms for up to six guests.

Larger Family Groups

Tamarind accommodates up to ten guests across five bedrooms.

Large Groups & Celebrations

Cardamom provides six bedrooms and accommodation for up to twelve guests, making it the strongest option for large family reunions and group celebrations.

Tour Inclusions

Ultra premium private houseboat accommodation
Private bedroom/suite according to selected boat
Full-time air conditioning
Attached bathrooms
Teakwood interiors on applicable houseboats
Dedicated chef
Dedicated kitchen and service crew
Kerala cuisine
Continental cuisine
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Access to houseboat lounge and deck areas
Backwater cruising experience
Scenic backwater and sunset views
Conference facilities on applicable houseboats
Group dining facilities on applicable houseboats

Tour Exclusions

Transportation to and from the houseboat
Personal expenses
Beverages or services not included in the selected package
Any activities or excursions not specifically mentioned
Additional services arranged on request
Travel insurance
Medical or emergency expenses
Any expenses arising from itinerary changes or additional cruising requirements
Any service not specifically mentioned under Inclusions

Who Should Choose This Experience?

For Honeymooners: Blue Jelly Topaz offers the most indulgent experience with its signature Jacuzzi suite and sunset lounge.

For Families: Blue Jelly Amber provides three bedrooms and spacious dual sundecks.

For Long Multi-Day Cruises: Blue Jelly Onyx is designed around longer backwater routes, including the Alleppey–Kumarakom–Alleppey journey.

For Corporate Groups: Blue Jelly Pearl provides five bedrooms and a dedicated conference room.

For Large Celebrations: Blue Jelly Coral offers ten bedrooms, a conference area for around 20 guests, and dining space for up to 40 people.

Book Your Blue Jelly Ultra Premium Houseboat Experience

Step aboard a luxury floating villa and experience Kerala’s backwaters in an ultra premium setting. From the signature Jacuzzi suite of Topaz to the large-group facilities of Coral, Blue Jelly Cruises offers a houseboat experience designed around your group size, occasion, and travel style.

Whether it is a honeymoon, family holiday, corporate retreat, wedding, or private celebration, choose the Blue Jelly houseboat that fits your experience and enjoy the beauty of Kerala from the water.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is a Blue Jelly Ultra Premium Houseboat?

Blue Jelly Ultra Premium Houseboats are luxury floating villas in Kerala featuring private suites, full-time air conditioning, premium interiors, dedicated chefs, dining areas, and specialized facilities for couples, families, and groups.

2. Which Blue Jelly houseboat is best for honeymoon couples?

Blue Jelly Topaz is ideal for honeymooners, featuring a signature Jacuzzi suite, private luxury accommodation, and a dedicated lounge area for enjoying sunset views over the backwaters.

3. Which Blue Jelly houseboat is best for families?

Blue Jelly Amber is a suitable choice for families, offering three bedrooms, teakwood interiors, dual sundecks, full-time air conditioning, and dedicated kitchen service.

4. Which Blue Jelly houseboat is best for a long backwater cruise?

Blue Jelly Onyx is designed for longer multi-day journeys and is suitable for the 2-night Alleppey–Kumarakom–Alleppey route and longer charters.

5. Which Blue Jelly houseboat is suitable for corporate groups?

Blue Jelly Pearl is designed for mid-size corporate groups and features five bedrooms along with a dedicated conference room for meetings, retreats, and incentive travel.

6. Which Blue Jelly houseboat is best for large groups and weddings?

Blue Jelly Coral is the largest option, featuring ten bedrooms, a conference area for around 20 guests, and dining space for up to 40 people. It is suitable for weddings, corporate retreats, and large celebrations.

7. What are the check-in and check-out timings?

Check-in is at 12:30 PM, while check-out is at 9:00 AM. Lunch is served from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, dinner from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and breakfast from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

8. What destinations are covered during the Blue Jelly houseboat cruise?

The experience primarily covers the Alleppey backwaters, with scenic views of paddy fields, palm groves, and Vembanad Lake. The longer Onyx itinerary can cover the Alleppey–Kumarakom–Alleppey route.