Other Facilities
-Ayurveda- the Ancient magic
Kerala is home to one of the ancient and effective system of medicine, Ayurveda. With its history dating back to the Vedic period, this technique which is believed to be God breathed have stood through the test of time. There are experienced practitioners in many villages around the state. At Heritage Marari, there is opportunity for guests to experience this age old wellness technique. You can relax while enjoying an Ayurvedic massage and feel the rejuvenation in your mind and body.
-Caught in the bustle
At Heritage Marari, the hosts give their all to keep the guests engaged. Letting them experience the beach, the markets, the traditional businesses and much more in its authentic form. This would be the chance to relish some of the native practices which can’t be found anywhere else in the world.
-Morning at the beach: an early morning walk to the Mararikulam beach would be a real refreshing experience to fill you with power for a day of explorations. You can take in the bright morning sunshine when sinking your feet in the ocean.
-Taking part in the fish auction: Every morning the beach would be having an auction for the freshly caught fish, something done in its most authentic Kerala style. The guests get a chance to watch the process and even do their bit by bidding for some fresh and tasty fish, straight from the net.
-Homestead on the tuk-tuk: the tuk-tuk or locally famous ‘Auto’ would take you back to the resort. This is definitely an integral part of the local lifestyle which you would be a part of, while at Heritage Marari.
-Closer to the village: After a nourishing breakfast, you can walk around the village, exploring the local coir makers, mat weavers, the spinning mill, toddy shop, ice making plant, and few other local attractions. These would be scenes you can capture on your camera and take back as a token of your wonderful time in the lovely village of Mararikulam. There is a vegetable garden maintained and run by NREGS, where you can see the local farming patterns of Kerala. There would many more stops while you roam around the village and each would be saying a different story. These walks can also be your chance to have some interesting conversations with the people. Some precious moments to relish!
-Canoeing away: Heritage Marari arranges for a special canoe ride from the private ghat at the property. This would be a wonderful experience for you, bobbing across the ripples of the river fork flowing behind the property. You will be accompanied with an experienced local, just to make sure the ride is hassle-free.
-Traditions to try: The state of Kerala has a number of different old techniques which may be indigenous to the region. There is a way of climbing the coconut tree, breaking open the coconut, scraping it and crafting some interesting things out of the leaves and shell. This will make you realise why the state is known for its relation to the coconut tree. You are also given a chance to have some hands on experience in the kitchen, preparing some traditional dishes in the authentic way. Being close to the shore means access to fresh fish and this can be perfect to learn the local fish curry recipe at the resort’s kitchen.
-Munching on some local goodies: amidst all the walking and moving around, the hosts would be introducing you to a wide range of local snacks, full of flavour and crisp. You could even take some back when travelling back and give a chance for your loved ones to have a taste of Kerala.
Peaceful time at the resort
If you are in the mood to stay back at the resort and spend some peaceful time, Heritage Marari offers the comfiest hammocks to bask in the fresh air. There are some interesting indoor games if you are visiting with a group of friends or family. You can also spend your time relaxing with your favourite book or penning down your thoughts in the tranquil atmosphere.
