Also known as the Kerala Boat Festival, the Aranmula Boat Race is a glorious festival in Kerala, filled with a unique excitement and fervour. Over the years, it has become an icon of Kerala and attracts of thousands of tourists to the state.

Held on the Pamba River in the Kuttanad region at Aranmula, the Aranmula Boat Race is held annually, often in September and is part of the Aaranmula Temple festival. The snake boats are about 100 feet long and are called so because of their curved stem, resembling the hood of a snake and a tampering bow.

During this occasion, all the boats are adorned with silk and golden glittery umbrellas, and there is a crew of more than 100 men rowing the boat. Besides the speed, the graceful rhythmic movements of the boat and the oarsmen is breathtaking. On the day of the race, both locals and travellers from far off places, flock the river bank to enjoy the race.

Join Mumbai Travellers as they make you witness this gripping spectacle.