12/09/2026
Everyone asks the same thing: "What's there to see in Kochi besides Marine Drive?"
Let me show you.
I'm Benny Xavier - born and raised in Kadamakkudy - and this is the Kochi the guidebooks skip. 8 boats. 14 islands. One quiet backwater most people never even know exists.
Out here you get:
Mangrove kayaking & paddleboarding
A proper local food spread appam, seafood, chai on the water
Sunset cruises past the Chinese fishing nets
Riverfront villa / Floating stays & custom day-outs
Destination weddings on hidden island lawns
No scripts, no touristy crowds - just me taking you across the islands the way locals actually live them.
Your escape is 14 islands wide
Ben's Cruise, Kadamakkudy - DM to plan your day out.