Munroe Island, lovingly called Mundrothuruthu, is a cluster of eight islets where Ashtamudi Lake meets the Kallada River creating a tranquil, car-free backwater network. Here, narrow canals replace roads, and wooden canoes glide silently beneath arches of coconut palms revealing a rural pace rarely seen elsewhere. 

Every trip offers more than scenic calm. You’ll witness locals weaving coir in the morning sun, fishermen casting nets, toddy-tapping women, children at play, and spices like pepper and nutmeg thriving in the soil.

A 19th-century Dutch-style red-brick church, built in 1878, whispers stories of colonial past on peaceful waterside grounds. A 19th-century Dutch-style red-brick church, built in 1878, whispers stories of colonial past on peaceful waterside grounds.

A sunrise or sunset canoe ride—guided by locals is sheer magic. You drift through mangrove tunnels, spot kingfishers and egrets, and feel nature’s quiet pulse. There’s even a spirited highlight: the Kallada Jalotsavam, a boat race held post-Onam, drawing lively local engagement on Kallada River. 

Accessible via Kollam by train or road, followed by a short boat ride, the island offers homestays where hosts serve home-cooked Kerala meals and lend bicycles or arrange tours making your visit immersive, peaceful, and unforgettable.