Usually the traditional houseboats are 60 to 70 feet high and 13 feet wide in the middle. These houseboats are made up of eco-friendly materials like the bamboo poles, coconut fiber, ropes, bamboo mats, carpets etc. The entire structure is strong enough to carry heavy loads and withstand the enormous waves in the sea. The houseboats help the tourist in discovering the enchanting backwaters and lively villages of Kerala on a houseboat cruise. Apart from excellent outlook, these houseboats are extremely eco-friendly, as it is made of bamboo poles, coconut fiber, ropes, bamboo mats, carpets etc.