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Pathiramanal Island

A small island in Vembanad becomes a quiet stop for birds and lake breezes.
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Photo: Thilsebatti · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons

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01 — About

About Pathiramanal Island

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We’re still writing about Pathiramanal Island: its history, what’s there and why it’s worth the trip.

02 — Plan your visit

Plan your visit

When to go

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Good time to go This month

Time of day
Early morning boat trip
Crowds
Low–medium

Time and effort

Easy

Time needed
2–3 hours

Tickets and permits

Entry fee
Boat hire/charges vary
Parking
Parking at boarding points
Permits
Reach only by boat; use authorised operators

On the ground

Local food
Kuttanadan meals in nearby areas
Access
Bird sightings are seasonal; facilities on the island are limited.

Stay safe

Bring binoculars; do not disturb birds or nesting areas

Where it is

Alappuzha, Kerala

9.62° N 76.39° E