Kerala State Co-operative Federation for Fisheries Development Ltd (Matsyafed) has launched an aqua tourism project at its Palaikari farm in Chembu near Vaikom. The 125-acre fish/prawn farm in Palaikari padasekharam is located at a distance of 22 km from Kochi and 12 km from Vaikom.
Mr. S. Sharma, Minister for Fisheries, Government of Kerala, inaugurated the initiative on December 17, 2009. Commenting on the project, Matsyafed director board member Mr. K.K. Ramesan, Palaikari farm manager Mr. K.C. Sivanandan and Matsyafed district council member Mr. P. T. Thomas said that the Palaikari farm on the banks of the Vembanad Lake held immense potential for the venture and might emerge as a front runner in the promotion of aqua tourism in the district and a major eco farm tourism centre of the State. Mr. K.C. Sivanandan said that similar Matsyafed projects at Njarakkal and Malippuram were attracting a large number of tourists.
Well-known for its beautiful natural settings, lush coconut groves in the bund area and an abundant variety of fish, the aqua park adds to the charm of the Palaikari farm which aims at attracting mainly aiming local and domestic tourists. One can spend a day at the farm from 10 am to 6 pm schedule. Apart from boating and other activities, highlights include delicious local cuisine, a feast of fish delicacies, tender coconut ice cream and snacks. The entry fee for a whole day is Rs.125 for grown-ups and Rs.100 for children in the age group of five to 12.

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