An invitation to Kadamakkudy Islands
Kadamakkudy Islands, the archipelago of fourteen tiny islets
Kadamakkudy Islands, an archipelago of fourteen tiny islands along the estuaries of river periyar located near the Kochi city of Kerala State of India.Local lore attributes the name Kadamakkudy to the phrase, ‘kadannal pettu കടന്നാൽ പെട്ടു’ – a playful warning that once you step into this network of islands, it’s raw charm holds you captive and there is simply no escaping it.
What is there to see in Kadamakkudy?
What is there to see in Kadamakkudy? – this is the most difficult question to answer. If I have to answer honestly, I do not have many things to list down. Then the next question is to myself – Why am I visiting these islands again and again for more than fifteen years?. Kadamakkudy has lots to experience. No two days are same at Kadamakkudy. Some days you see lots of birds, and the next day you dont find them. One day you witness a glorious sunset, and the next day it is fully cloudy. This diversity is the reason why people come to Kadamakkudy again and again. Come to Kadamakkudy to experience nature, birds, glorious sunsets and sunrises, good sea food, good photography – ultimately time well spent with great memories to take back…
Aby, local blogger, creator at Kadamakkudy.org
“My name is Abrachan (Aby). I live near Kadamakkudy Islands. I have been cycling, photographing birds and nature, walking through the fields, mingling with the locals, learning from them, mentoring them to improve their offerings and helping them to reach out to the visitors who have Kadamakkudy Islands in their bucket list.I have been doing it for a while now. To be precise around two decades. I saw the evolution of these little known islands into a busy tourist hub. I am also witnessing the destruction of the sensitive ecosystem progressively by reckless tourism activities. The only antidote for this is the conscious promotion of sustainable tourism in this region.
Kadamakkudy is not just for boating & kayaking
The main purpose of this website is to portray the real beauty of Kadamakkudy Islands, especially the birds and nature, so that visitors present and future can enjoy the islands to the fullest in a responsible way.
Whenever you pass through a mangrove tree, be aware that it is the nesting grounds of the birds. Fishes breed at the roots of these mangrove trees. These fish are the prime food for the birds and the livelihood of the local fishermen. Hence, please do not make too much noise while passing through these highly eco-sensitive areas. Do not go in big groups. Ask the boat operator to reduce sound by slowing the engine, do not litter. By taking care of these small things, we can preserve the beauty of these islands for the future generations as well.
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