Mum and two daughters: We had such a relaxing time laughing or sitting on the upper deck with the view of the backwaters- canoes and coconuts, villages and water lilies. The chef allowed us to watch in awe as he cooked us delicious food
– our favourite were the bean and coconut dish and coconut pancakes. He was also generous enough to give us a dish of coconut oil which mum used to give each of us a foot massage. We all fell asleep on the upper deck, looking at the half moon and the shadows the palm trees cast onto the still, yet rippling water. We then went t bed looking at the fun glow in eh dark stars on the ceiling. The sunrise could be seen through the window and the roosters’ crows heard. Up early, we had time to explore a village – and a caught memorable scene of hundreds of white birds on the acres of green rice paddy fields. 
There was lots of waving to the smiling locals. We will remember this house boat experience forever – it is a shame this boat is not available tonight, for we most certainly would have stayed on, given the opportunity. With much thanks to our three lovely staff, Joan, Louise and Bridget, Australia
Here is a message that BJ wrote in the message book after the canoe experience:
Canoe Trip, Allepey A 6am start enabled us to see the beauty of the backwaters and canals in varying shades of light – predawn, dawn and bright sun. The purple and pink and white water lilies were close up, the sound of eth oars rhythmic and the guide/ front rower’s commentary enhanced the experience. We were able to visit off-the-beaten-track villages by foot: Prasenan’s aunty making beetroot pickle, farmers digging trenches in the rice fields, school children delaying their walk to school to look at the white women, women washing clothes 
and dishes by the side of teh canals in their colourful clothes. The boat was comfortable and shady to be in. Prasenan’s good English and knowledge of the area ensured most of our questions about the canals and villages were answered. We will most certainly write a letter to ‘Lonely Planet’, recommending his friendly, committed and obliging services to all tourists of Kerala. Joan, Louise & Bridget Australia
PS. If you also enjoy the experience, please support Prasenan’s canoe service by accessing the Lonely Planet website and clicking the ‘feedback’ option. By writing a favourable comment you can assist other tourists to also have a positive canoeing experience in Allepy. J&L&B Pianta Aust
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