Rent a tuktuk in Fort Kochi/Cochin, India!

Fort Kochi is a historic town located in the city of Kochi bounded by the Arabian sea. Fort Kochi has managed to lure in travellers and merchants from around the world. Beyond history, Fort Kochi is also one of the best chill-out places in Kerala filled with multicuisine restaurants, cafes, luxury and budget stay.

How to book a tuktuk in Fort Kochi/Cochin

  1. RESERVE YOUR TUKTUK.
  2. Check your mail inbox for the confirmation email.
  3. Upload your license details through the link in the email.
  4. Get ready at your requested booking time at French Toast, Panampilly Nagar

Need more help? Email us at HELLO@TUKTUKRENTAL.COM or call/WhatsApp us on +91 85938 15599 and we’ll answer any of your questions! 

Sights in Fort kochi/Cochin

St. Francis Church

St. Francis church was built in 1503 is one of the oldest European church in Kerala. One of the greatest Portuguese explorer, Vasco Da Gama, died in 1524 and was buried in the church until 1524. He was the first European to reach India.

Chinese Fishing nets

Chinese fishing nets or colloquially known as “Cheena Vala” can be found near Vasco Da Gama square in Fort Kochi. These massive 10m high fishing nets will automatically catch your attention.

Jew town

Jew town is located in Mattancherry, Fort Kochi. It is where the Cochin Jewish community used to live and also has an old but spectacular synagogue built in the 16th century.

Food & Drinks

Kashi Art Cafe

Kashi art cafe is one of the best casual cafes in Fort Kochi that serves sandwiches, soups and salads. It’s located in the heart of Fort Kochi. 

Kayees Ramathula

Kayees is famous for the local dish Biryani, in fact, it’s one of the best biriyanis in Kochi. A very local store located near Mattancherry. It’s also a good place to look for local Kerala food.

Fort House Hotel

People who crave seafood, this is the place they want to visit. Also, the ambience and view from the restaurant is amazing!

Accommodation

Happy Camper

It’s one of the best hostels in Fort Kochi. They also run an amazing cafe in this property. All the main attractions of Fort Kochi are in walkable distance. They charge around $10 for one person. 

The Spencer Home

The homestay is located in the centre of Fort Kochi. The property is a 300-year-old Portuguese bungalow. They charge around $30-$40 for two people.

Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel

The property is an old hotel surrounded by greenery and the Arabian sea. They charge around $70 – $100 for two people.

How to get to Fort Kochi/Cochin from Cochin Airport

How to get from Cochin Airport to Fort Kochi by taxi

This is the easiest way to reach your destination in Kochi and for this, you can either use the airport prepaid taxi facility or Uber which will be a bit cheaper. The charge would be around $15 for prepaid taxi and $12 for Uber.

How to get from Cochin Airport to Fort Kochi/Cochin by bus

There are regular feeder bus services from Cochin Airport to Aluva metro station every 40 minutes from 5 am to 10:30 pm. You can deboard in maharaja metro station and from there walk or take a tuktuk/rickshaw to the ferry to proceed to Fort Kochi. The entire charge would be around $3-$4. It will take approximately one hour and 30 minutes to reach Fort Kochi.

How to book a tuktuk in Fort Kochi/Cochin

  1. RESERVE YOUR TUKTUK.
  2. Check your mail inbox for the confirmation email.
  3. Upload your license details through the link in the email.
  4. Get ready at your requested booking time at French Toast, Panampilly Nagar.

Need more help? Email us at HELLO@TUKTUKRENTAL.COM or call/WhatsApp us on +91 85938 15599 and we’ll answer any of your questions!

By renting your own tuktuk you get to experience the wonder of the Fort Kochi/Cochin area in India like a local. By renting a tuktuk through tuktukrental.com you can start and end your journey in India at any of our 10+ locations in the country.

Whats more, you’ll be supporting the local economy and one of our valued tuktuk owners. We are a social enterprise and all of our vehicles are owned by local Indians.

tuktukrental.com Fort Kochi/Cochin location details

After you make a booking, one of our driving instructors will meet you at French Toast, Panampilly Nagar and handover your tuktuk/rickshaw and provide you with a comprehensive driving lesson.

French Toast(Cochin) – tuktukrental.com Meeting Point

8th Cross, Street B, Ambikapuram Rd,
Panampilly Nagar, Ernakulam, Kerala

We’ll be in communication with you in the period leading up to your reservation to make sure everything has been arranged for you.