Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary covers about 14 acres on the eastern shore of Vembanad Lake. It began as a rubber plantation known as Baker's Estate, after the Englishman George Alfred Baker who turned it into a bird haven. Wooded trails and canals favour early morning birdwatching, and migratory flocks arrive between November and February alongside resident herons, cormorants, darters and kingfishers. A watchtower and a boat ride along the sanctuary's edge give two different views of the wetland. Arrive near dawn for the best sightings before the day heats up.
- Address: Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Kumarakom, Kottayam District, Kerala 686563
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