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Beaches in Karnataka
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Beaches in Karnataka

6 places to explore — hand-picked across Karnataka.

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Gokarna

Karnataka

Gokarna

Gokarna is a unique coastal beach town in the Uttara Kannada district of northern Karnataka. Traditionally functioning as a vital, ancient temple pilgrimage city centered around the historic Mahaba…

Kaup (Kapu) Beach

Karnataka

Kaup (Kapu) Beach

Near Udupi, Kaup is famed for its 1901 lighthouse standing on black rocks, dramatic sunsets and a clean, lively stretch of golden sand. The best months to visit are roughly November to February, w…

Maravanthe Beach

Karnataka

Maravanthe Beach

A rare beach where the highway runs with the Arabian Sea on one side and the Souparnika River on the other, with one of India's most scenic coastal drives. The best months to visit are roughly Nov…

Murudeshwar Beach

Karnataka

Murudeshwar Beach

Backed by a towering statue of Lord Shiva and a sea-facing temple, Murudeshwar blends a pilgrimage town with scuba diving trips to nearby Netrani Island. The best months to visit are roughly Novem…

Om Beach (Gokarna)

Karnataka

Om Beach (Gokarna)

Shaped like the sacred 'Om' symbol, this Gokarna beach links twin crescents and is famous for cliff-trekking between bays, water sports and a relaxed backpacker vibe. The best months to visit are …

St. Mary's Islands (Udupi)

Karnataka

St. Mary's Islands (Udupi)

A cluster of islands off Malpe near Udupi, famed for unique hexagonal basalt rock columns, white-shell sands and clear water reached by a short boat ride. The best months to visit are roughly Nove…

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