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    20260806T 20260806T Kerala Backwaters &
    Boat Races

    Witness Kerala at its most exhilarating – join us for a three-day water escape centred around the legendary Nehru Trophy Boat Race.

    Based at Karma Chakra, this experience blends the serenity of the backwaters with the charged atmosphere of race day on Punnamada Lake, Alappuzha. Witness all the thrills and high-speed competition as hundreds of oarsmen power their iconic “snake boats” across the water in a thrilling display of precision, strength and speed.

    With exclusive race viewing, a sunset houseboat cruise on Vembanad Lake and authentic regional dining throughout, it’s a seamless blend of culture, celebration and one of India’s most captivating sporting festivals.

     Near Nazreth Church, Kumarakom PO, Kottayam, Kerala 686563, India Karma Chakra curated.experiences@karmagroup.com
    THURSDAY, 06 August 2026
    TO
    Saturday, 08 August 2026
    Kerala Backwaters &
    Boat Races
    Kerala, India

    Witness Kerala at its most exhilarating – join us for a three-day water escape centred around the legendary Nehru Trophy Boat Race.

    Based at Karma Chakra, this experience blends the serenity of the backwaters with the charged atmosphere of race day on Punnamada Lake, Alappuzha. Witness all the thrills and high-speed competition as hundreds of oarsmen power their iconic “snake boats” across the water in a thrilling display of precision, strength and speed.

    With exclusive race viewing, a sunset houseboat cruise on Vembanad Lake and authentic regional dining throughout, it’s a seamless blend of culture, celebration and one of India’s most captivating sporting festivals.

    ITINERARY
    DAY 1 THURSDAY 6 AUGUST 2026
    • Check in at Karma Chakra and enjoy a welcome drink
    • Evening Ottanthullal dance performance at sunset
    • Dinner at the Waterside restaurant
    DAY 2 FRIDAY 7 AUGUST 2026
    • Breakfast
    • Transfer to Punnamada Lake, Alappuzha, for the Nehru Trophy Boat Race
      • Exclusive viewing from the Nehru Pavilion
      • Light snacks and refreshments
    • Lunch at a local toddy shop
    • Sunset houseboat cruise on Vembanad Lake
    • Late dinner at the Waterside restaurant
    DAY 3 SATURDAY 8 AUGUST 2026
    • Traditional Kerala breakfast
    • Check out
    Terms & Conditions
    • All bookings are non-transferable and may not be sold, assigned or transferred to another individual or member once confirmed.
    • The attendee names provided at time of booking must be the exact attendees at the event, unless explicit approval is granted by Karma Concierge.
    • All membership fees must be current at both the time of booking and the date of the event in order to attend. Refund of any monies / points used will be given subject to a minimum of 30 days notice being given.
    Karma Chakra
    Near Nazreth Church, Kumarakom PO, Kottayam, Kerala 686563 India
    20260806T 20260806T Kerala Backwaters &
    Boat Races

    Witness Kerala at its most exhilarating – join us for a three-day water escape centred around the legendary Nehru Trophy Boat Race.

    Based at Karma Chakra, this experience blends the serenity of the backwaters with the charged atmosphere of race day on Punnamada Lake, Alappuzha. Witness all the thrills and high-speed competition as hundreds of oarsmen power their iconic “snake boats” across the water in a thrilling display of precision, strength and speed.

    With exclusive race viewing, a sunset houseboat cruise on Vembanad Lake and authentic regional dining throughout, it’s a seamless blend of culture, celebration and one of India’s most captivating sporting festivals.

     Near Nazreth Church, Kumarakom PO Karma Chakra curated.experiences@karmagroup.com
    THURSDAY, 06 August 2026
    TO
    Saturday, 08 August 2026
    The event has now sold out
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