The famous water ride in Hogganackal is an unforgettable experience. The uniqueness of it is the boat itself. Unlike the traditional shapes, the Hogganackal boating is through coracles which is round in shape. Now the same boating has reached God’s Own Country.
The Konni ecotourism centre, Pathanamthitta has bought the new coracle rides (bowl boats) in the Kallar river. In the shallow parts of the river, the tourists are also allowed to steer the boat, unlike the Hogganackal ride which is considered fairly dangerous. There will be a trained operator for each coracle. The vadakke mannira forest conservation society has introduced Kappa, fish curry, tea and coffee which will be served during weekends.
Adavi Konni Route
Adavi is the place from which the coracle ride begins. Adavi Konni route is approximately 16KM in the banks of Kallar river. The Adavi ecotourism facility has car parking space and forest office is also present for any inquiries. Bus facility is also available from Konni to Adavi.
What kind of rafting is offering at Konni ecotourism centre?
There are two types of rides available. A short distance ride and a long distance ride. The short distance ride costs 400INR for a coracle while the latter costs 800 INR. One coracle boat can hold 4 adults and 1 child.
Celebrities as well as International tourists from many countries including US, Russia, England, Italy etc are coming in large number to experience this ride.
About the Konni ecotourism project
Konni is a major town in Pattanamthitta district, Kerala. It is famous for its scenic beauty with its green lands and is merging to the thick forest with wild animals.
The Konni ecotourism project was started to attract more tourism in the Adavi eco tourism area by the latter part of 2014. Since then, with the help of Forest Department which closely monitors the activities, the coracle tourism has established into a popular one.
The main boat operator from Hogganackal, Mr Perumal reached Konni at first and gave special training to 20 people. He himself supervised in the design and assembly of the initial 7 boats. Now 10 more boats are bought from Hogganackal to facilitate more rides to the tourists.
For more details contact:
Eco Tourism Office, Konni
Ph: +91 468 2247645
Website: http://www.konniecotourism.org/
Image Credits – Official website of konni ecotourism project