MV Vaikundam

Year built

2000
Length

35.4 metres
Berths

18
Cabins

9
Ship features

Restaurant

The RV Vaikundam features nine elegantly appointed cabins with attached bathrooms on the lower deck, a fully equipped kitchen, air-conditioned dining hall, bar and lounge on the upper
deck.
Modeled on the traditional Kettuvallam rice barges, Vaikundam blends heritage craftsmanship with modern comfort. The cabins feature wooden paneling, sparkling wooden floors and tasteful
wall finishes, while the upper deck incorporates bamboo matting and poles in keeping with traditional techniques. The hull is crafted from local Anjili wood, joined with coir rope above the
waterline, treated with cashew kernel and fish oil resin, and maintained with periodic applications of neem and fish oil – a nod to centuries-old Kerala boat-building traditions.
Sailing aboard Vaikundam is not just a cruise; it is a journey through history, craftsmanship on the serene waterways of Kerala.

Meals are generally served buffet-style, with Kerala and wider Indian cuisine. Special Kerala meals, including a traditional sadya served on a banana leaf, may be arranged. Dietary requirements should be advised before departure because menus and catering arrangements can vary.