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Various methods of
fishing are the main village activity. Participation of local
fishermen is thus involved in the eco-tourism programmes and the
fishermen also enjoy the benefits.
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The fish, prawn,
crab, coconuts, oil, eggs, many fruits and vegetables are produced
and collected locally benefiting the villagers.
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The house and the
garden are maintained by local organic manure.
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Use of plastics are
minimised and eco friendly materials are promoted. We strongly
encourage recycling of old materials.
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We never use
chemical fertilizers and pesticides in the farm.
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We use bio-gas
cooking system
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Mechanised boats or
speed boats are not supported in the backwater, only locally made
traditional country boats are promoted with the help of local men.
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Locally produced
lime is used for white washing the house.
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Home made wine and
toddy, the local brew from coconut tree are encouraged.
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Making efforts to
create awareness among villagers to protect natural ecology and
fragile environment especially the backwaters
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Gramam Homestay
offers two twin bed rooms for guests. So the carrying capacity is
kept at the bottom level to preserve the host family, local people,
environment and guests.
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Income generated
from Gramam is used to maintain the 65 years old heritage house and
improvement of three acres coconut garden.
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Gramam gives an
opportunity to experience a backwater destination not in normal
tourism run but very near to heritage zone of Fort Cochin
