Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary (16 km from Kottayam town, on the banks of the
Vembanad Lake).Main
attractions: Local birds like the water fowl, cuckoo, owl, egret, herons
and the water duck, as well as the migratory Siberian duck.
The best time to bird watch: Between June and August. (Migratory birds: November-
February) Boats: Houseboats and motor boats are available on hire for bird watching
cruises on the lake.