The houseboats of Kerala are managed by a crew that consists of oarsmen, a cook and a guide These have thatched roof covers over wooden hulls. The traditional kettuvallam is mainly used for promoting Kerala tourism.

On a speed boat ride, tourists experience the thrill of riding a high-speed boat in the backwaters of Kerala. This ride allows tourists to capture the scenic beauty of Kerala's famous backwaters and its surrounding landscapes.

The seven months post the southwest monsoon is ideal for aero sports in Kerala since wind speed and quality are predictable and are safe for adventure enthusiasts who are looking to experience paragliding. Paragliding is a sport in which the pilot can fly a lightweight, free-flying, foot-launched glider aircraft in the air from the top of hills and flies over plains and the pilot flies .

An activity that readily catches the attention of many is a highlight in adventure tourism in Kerala. It is a known fact that mountain climbing is a mentally challenging and fitness-building sport but it can also be so much fun. The availability of mountain climbing spots in Kerala ensures that the adventure is as intense as you want it to be whilst retaining the element of fun.

For those who however have the fear of heights or are just not up to the challenging task of mountain climbing, there are also trekking activities which can be arranged to go on for days so as to ensure that visitors enjoy the forests fully. Cooking and sleeping will be done in the jungle and the mystery filled forests of Kerala will be enjoyed during this adventure.

A much sought-after venue for India's premier off-road events, Kerala has the right terrain to put your driving skills to the test. Rugged land, slushy trails, gentle canals, shallow river beds, dense forests, green valleys and mist-capped mountains. The boulder -filled terrain of Ponmudi in Thiruvananthapuram, the steep rocky cliffs and stream crossings of Perfumed in Idukki district

Canoeing, Kayaking, Sailing, waterskiing, white water rafting, wind surfing... with 900km backwater stretch, 44 rivers originating from the Sahyadri hills and several beaches, Kerala is a dream come true for water sport enthusiasts. While canoeing and kayaking can be enjoyed along the serene backwaters- snake boat races for the State, catamaran sailing is possible at the beaches of Alappuzha, Varkala and Kovalam.

There is nothing like Cycling to discover Kerala up close and personal-be it the land's culture, history or natural beauty. Kerala has it all for the cycling enthusiast- rustic country lanes, winding paths across lush paddy fields, dusty tracks that lead to remote hamlets, exotic trails that run along tea gardens, spice plantations and rubber estates... a friendly people make the experience even more delightful. Strike a conversation with the locals.

The abundance of greenery makes Kerala an avian paradise. Over 500 species of birds-both resident and migratory- can be found in the lush green tropical forests, numerous freshwater and brackish lakes and waterlogged paddy fields of the state. From the Kol lands surrounding the town of Thrissur to the Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary.

Jeep Safari covers traveling in an open jeep through dense green vegetation or thick forests and aromatic spice plantations and is available for a small payment in homestays , resorts and plantation bungalows in Kerala. This can also be combined as a starting event with Jungle patrol and Night Patrol

Kerala also has exquisitely designed tree houses inside forests and on the top of the mountains. Most of the treehouses are operated by owners who are passionate about eco friendly architecture and have balconies that feature display of the surrounding forest, creating the true experience to immerse in nature.

Bamboo rafting along the rivers could give a more serene form of adventure on the waters as the visitors get to enjoy the enchantingly beautiful forests and view the different arboreal animals. The Bamboo rafting adventure can go for as long as nine hours and so provide a full experience.

Parasailing is a water sport commonly indulged in beaches and sea side resorts. The sailor is strapped to a parachute which in turn is attached by a harness to a motor boat or some such small vessel . October to March which is the peak season to enjoy the best para sailing experience in Kerala. In this period that comes after monsoon .

For those who prefer the sight of the rivers and are much more at home with the water bodies, the canoeing and Kayaking opportunities in the backwaters of Kerala in Alleppey, Kumarakom, and Kannur get many visitors instantly excited as the Kerala culture and cuisine gets to be experienced fully even while being on a kayaking trip.