
Our Story
The story behind Giby Farm
Welcome to Giby Farm, a private backwater retreat in Mala, Kerala, created for those who value tranquillity, togetherness, and meaningful experiences.
Spread across seven acres of lush greenery and three acres of water, Giby Farm is surrounded by the backwaters of Kodungallor, offering a rare sense of privacy and an intimate connection with nature. With 800 metres of waterfront, beautifully landscaped spaces, and abundant greenery, every corner of the farm is designed to help you slow down and reconnect.
One of the defining features of Giby Farm is its incredible diversity of plant life. Our orchards are home to more than 350 varieties of fruit and medicinal plants, carefully nurtured over the years.

The Team
The people behind Giby Farm

Giby Mathew
Founder, JRG | Director, Whitemart

Jerry Mathew
Managing Director, Whitemart
Founder's Message
Giby Farm began with a vision that has always been very close to my heart.
Having studied Botany, I have always dreamed of creating a place where my love for nature could come to life, a place where people could slow down, reconnect with nature, and create beautiful memories together. After stepping away from JRG, I finally took the step towards turning that dream into reality, and Giby Farm was born.
But this journey was never mine alone.
My brother Jerry has been my constant support, strength, and encouragement throughout this journey. What began as one brother’s vision soon became a shared journey built on trust, love, and the belief that we could create something truly meaningful together.
Giby Farm is more than just a farm to us. It is a reflection of our dreams, our hard work, our love for nature, and the memories we hope to create for everyone who visits.
We are deeply grateful to our parents, families our wives, our children, and our loved ones, for standing beside us, supporting our dreams, and making sacrifices along the way. Their love and encouragement have been an important part of this journey.
Today, we look at Giby Farm with immense gratitude and hope. What started as a dream has become a place we are proud to share with others.
With love and gratitude,
Giby & Jerry Mathew
Founders, Giby Farm

The Farm
Waterfront
Peninsula
Giby Farm is uniquely positioned in a peninsula-like setting surrounded by water, creating peaceful views and natural privacy throughout the property.
Cottages
Comfortable backwater stays surrounded by nature
Event Spaces
Versatile spaces for celebrations and gatherings
Private Island
A peaceful spot to unwind, enjoy the views, and spend time by the water
Incredible Plant Diversity
Discover hundreds of fruit trees, including mangoes, jackfruits, bananas, and papayas, across the farm.

Location
Close to nature, close to everything
Giby Farm is surrounded by natural beauty while still being easily accessible for guests traveling from nearby towns and cities. Visitors can also explore nearby attractions, local villages, scenic roads, and cultural landmarks during their stay.
- Jewish Synagogue – 2 km
- Pambumekkatu Mana – 3.8 km
- Kodungallur Temple – 8.7 km
- Cheraman Juma Masjid – 9.8 km
Life at Giby Farm
A Closer Look at the Farm
A Landscape Nurtured with Care
The farm’s landscaped gardens and diverse trees create a green setting where guests can enjoy the outdoors and connect with the natural surroundings.
Fresh Flavours, Straight from the Farm
Our kitchen takes pride in preparing high quality food in house, with fresh ingredients and local flavours at the heart of every meal.
Fresh from the Farm
Our orchards provide fresh seasonal fruit, allowing guests to enjoy produce grown right here at Giby Farm.
Making Every Drop Count
Giby Farm has two rainwater harvesting ponds with a combined capacity of 22 lakh litres—one holding 15 lakh litres and the other 7 lakh litres. Rainwater collected in these ponds is put to use across the farm, helping conserve water, make the most of a natural resource, and support the lush landscape. – Rainwater harvesting
Seasonal Produce
Organic Seasonal Produce

Kappa (Tapioca)
A traditional Kerala staple grown at Giby Farm, bringing fresh, locally grown produce to the table.

Chena (Yam)
A seasonal root vegetable grown at Giby Farm and used in a range of traditional Kerala dishes.

Chembu (Colocasia)
A locally grown tuber valued for its distinctive texture and place in traditional Kerala cuisine.

Kachil (Wild Yam)
A seasonal root crop grown at the farm and enjoyed for its earthy flavour in traditional recipes.

Bird's Eye Chilli
Freshly grown for its bold heat, this small chilli adds depth and spice to local dishes.

Ginger
Fresh ginger from the farm brings its natural warmth and aroma to traditional cooking.
About Highlights
What Makes Our Farm Special
Ravana kidnapped Goddess Sita and held her captive in the Ashoka Vatika garden in Lanka. To keep her spirits up, he forced her to stay under the shade of a sacred Shimshapa tree, where she spent her days mourning in grief and deep devotion to Lord Rama. Lord Hanuman, having arrived in Lanka, perched himself high in the branches of the Shimshapa tree. From there, he began to sing the glories of Lord Rama to comfort Sita.
Seetharmudi or Arbudhanashini) is a traditional Indian medicinal and ornamental plant. It is famous for a unique physical trait: its delicate parts look like layered traditional earrings (jhumkas) in the morning, but fold or twist to look like a braided hair-lock by the afternoon
Kothikallu are centuries-old border stones marking the ancient boundary between Kochi and Thiruvithamkoor kingdoms in Kerala. These historic stones were placed by kings to demarcate Territories, particularly along coastal areas to manage maritime trade routes. Historical Significance: These stones survive from a time when coastal transport was vital, with many found in the Muziris region. Location: They are frequently associated with the Muziris Heritage Project area, linking to the history of the Kochi-Thiruvithamkoor coastal border. The stones were used to represent the border between the erstwhile Travancore and Cochin kingdoms: The two princely states remained independent under the British rule in 1947 and under the Union of India until 1949. In 1949, these states merged to form the State of Travancore-Cochin and on 1 November 1956, the state of Kerala formally came into existence. These centuries-old stones have inscriptions on them – the Malayalam letter ''(KO) on one side representing Kochi, and 'a' (thi) on the other side which signifies Thiruvithamkur [Travancore]. It is believed that Kothikallu as they came to be known, or border stones, were placed to resolve the border issues among the neighbouring kingdoms, before independence. These stones were placed on both sides of the boundary, the boundaries being rivers, canals and roads. The area that lay between the stones was usually a 'no man's land'. These stones are still found in the area that comes under the Muziris project.
- Triphala
- Trikatu
- Trijata
- Dashamoola
- Puthranjeeva
- Aanathondi
- Miracle Fruit
- Dandha Paala
- Paarijaatham
- Elanji
- Maramunthiri
- Njaaval (White and Black)
- Sivalinga Maram
- Bhadraksham
- Frankincense
- Chamatha
(Krishna fig or "Makhan Katori") is a sacred, low-maintenance plant native to India. It features unique, cup-shaped leaves that-according to Hindu mythology-Lord Krishna used to store stolen butter from his mother, Yashoda. It is widely celebrated across India by its common names: Krishna's Butter Cup or Krishna Fig.
Giby Farm is home to an impressive collection of 25 fern varieties, each adding to the diversity of plant life across the property. Growing throughout the gardens, shaded areas, and natural spaces, these ferns bring a rich variety of textures, forms, and shades of green to the farm’s landscape.
Among the collection are Bird Nest Fern, Cobra Fern, Crissie Fern, Maidenhair Fern, Rabbit’s Foot Fern, Cotton Candy Fern, Peacock Fern, Sawtooth Fern, Staghorn Fern, and Japanese Painted Fern, along with other varieties that further contribute to the farm’s distinctive botanical diversity.Together, these ferns create a lush and varied understory, complementing the gardens and enhancing the natural character of Giby Farm.
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