Sunrise stroll along Rabindranath Tagore Beach followed by a peaceful walk on the stretch near the Sadashivgad Port; great birdwatching and morning light for photos.
Breakfast at Mitra Samaj - try local coastal breakfast items and filter coffee to fuel the morning.
Visit Venkatrama Temple for a quick darshan and soak in the serene temple atmosphere before crowds arrive.
Short drive to Aniga Temple for a brief exploration of the temple architecture and nearby views.
Boat ride from Sadashivgad Port (arrange local boat) to cruise the estuary and look out for dolphins and shoreline mangroves.
Visit the Warship Museum to see naval exhibits and learn about Karwar's maritime history (check opening times ahead).
Quick snack break - try Woodlands for a Gudbud ice cream or fresh snacks before transitioning to afternoon activities.
Lunch at Woodlands - enjoy coastal thali specialties and seafood preparations; pick up another Gudbud at Woodlands or Diana for dessert if you like.
Drive to Black Sand Beach for a relaxed walk and photo session among the unusual dark sands and volcanic rock outcrops.
Explore the Mangrove Forest near the estuary with a short guided walk or boat trip to see birdlife and the unique coastal ecosystem.
Visit the Rock Garden for coastal vistas and interesting stone formations; spend time climbing viewpoints for panoramic pictures of the shoreline.
Head to Sadashivgad Port shoreline to catch late afternoon light and watch local fishermen; grab a tea or snack from a nearby stall.
Take a short boat trip toward Flamingo Island / dolphin-watching area (confirm with local operators) to spot dolphins and coastal birds as the sun lowers.
Return to shore and visit Rabindranath Tagore Beach for an easy sunset stroll and to photograph silhouettes against the setting sun.
Dinner at Woodlands (if preferred) or sample coastal grills at a local restaurant; relax and plan next day's drive to Delta Point and Udupi.
Leisurely evening walk near your accommodation or along the beach; enjoy a final drink or dessert at a seaside café and rest for an early departure tomorrow.
Dinner at Woodlands or nearby coastal eatery; order local fish curry and neer dosa or try a Gudbud from Diana for dessert if you didn't earlier.
If you prefer a quieter end, walk to the viewpoint near Sadashivgad Port to watch lights on the estuary and enjoy a relaxed drink at a nearby café or your hotel.
Return to your accommodation, freshen up and pack any essentials for tomorrow's early drive north toward Delta Point and Malpe.
Depart Karwar early and drive north toward Delta Point; enjoy the coastal highway light and stop for photos at scenic overlooks along the way.
Arrive at Delta Point and take a short walk to the viewpoint where rivers meet the sea; soak in the tranquil morning and watch local fishermen prepare their boats.
Head to Kodi Bengare Road (road to Delta Point) and meet the local boat operator for the scheduled boat ride (approx. 200 PP) to explore the estuary and nearby birdlife.
Return to shore and drive toward Malpe Beach; grab a quick coastal breakfast at a beachside stall or café - try neer dosa and fresh filter coffee at a local vendor near the parking area.
Catch the public boat from Malpe Beach for the 30-minute trip to St. Mary's Island; explore the unique hexagonal basalt rock formations and walk the shore.
Back at Malpe, take the short seawalk and relax on the sand, or visit a nearby shop for coconut water and snacks before driving into Udupi for temple visits.
Drive from Malpe Beach into Udupi town and stop for lunch at Woodlands - order a coastal thali or neer dosa with coconut chutney to refuel before temple visits.
Visit the famous Udupi Sri Krishna Temple; participate in the darshan routine and soak in the temple's unique atmosphere and chanting traditions.
Walk across to Chaturmukha Basadi in nearby Karkala (if time allows en route) or explore the temple precincts and nearby markets for traditional snacks and prasadam.
Drive to Neelavar Udupi (about 18 km) to see the cow shelter and visit the Best Krishna temple noted for its large herd and peaceful rural setting; enjoy a short village walk.
Head toward Mattu Beach (approx 10 km from Udupi) for a quieter stretch of sand and to try the local specialty - fresh roasted corn and tender coconut from beachside vendors.
Continue north to Maravanthe Beach for dramatic coastal views where the highway runs between the sea and a river; take photos from the cliff viewpoints and watch fishermen at work.
Drive a short distance to Kodi Bengare Road / Delta Point viewpoint to catch late-afternoon light where the river meets the sea - perfect for sunset colors if timing aligns.
Return toward Malpe/Kapu area and stop by Kapu Beach to climb the Kapu Lighthouse (if open) for panoramic sunset views over the Arabian Sea.
Dinner at Woodlands or a popular Malpe seafood restaurant - try the regional fish curry and prawns, then enjoy a Gudbud from Diana for dessert if you're still peckish.
After dinner, take a relaxed stroll along Malpe Beach promenade to feel the sea breeze and watch local fishermen mend nets; stop at a beachside stall for fresh coconut water or sugarcane juice.
Head to St. Lawrence Shrine for a quiet evening visit - admire the illuminated façade and soak in the calm churchyard ambiance before it closes for the night.
Drive toward Udupi town and enjoy dessert at Woodlands or grab a Gudbud from Diana, sitting in their outdoor seating to plan tomorrow's Kundapura highlights.
If you're staying near Kapu/Malpe, take a short night visit to Kapu Lighthouse viewpoint area to enjoy distant lights on the water and a quiet coastal atmosphere (no climb if closed).
Return to your accommodation with a stop at a local tea shop for filter coffee; rest and charge devices while reviewing boat timings for tomorrow's early departures from Kodi Bengare Road or Delta Point.
Sunrise walk at Maravanthe Beach - watch the sun rise where the highway slices between the sea and the river, then grab a quick tea and roasted corn from a beach vendor.
Drive to Kodi Bengare Road / Delta Point and meet a local boat operator for an early estuary cruise; the morning light is ideal for spotting birds and river-mouth activity.
Return to shore and enjoy a hearty breakfast at Mitra Samaj or a nearby coastal café in Kundapura - try neer dosa with coconut chutney and fresh filter coffee.
Visit Sri Prasanna Anjaneya Temple, Kundapura for a peaceful darshan and short temple walk, soaking in local ritual life and temple architecture.
Drive a short distance to Kundru Nest; explore the riverside viewpoint and take photos of the estuary landscape and traditional fishing activity.
Stop at Kemmannu Hanging Bridge for a stroll across the bridge and views of the surrounding mangroves and backwaters; local fishermen often offer quick boat rides nearby.
Head to Kodi Bengare / Delta Point shoreline for a brief beach time and to arrange any afternoon boat rides toward Flamingo Island or dolphin-watching if you want to extend sea time later.
Lunch at Woodlands in Kundapura or try the local seafood thali at Hotel Surathkal to refuel before afternoon exploration.
Short drive to Maravanthe Beach parking area to walk the shoreline and capture the dramatic view where the road runs between the sea and river; visit the cliff viewpoint for photos.
Drive toward Mattu Beach and wander the quieter sands; sample fresh roasted corn and tender coconut from beach vendors and relax by the surf.
Head to St. Mary's Island boat jetty at Malpe and take the 30-minute boat ride (confirm schedules) to explore the hexagonal basalt formations and stroll around the island.
Return to Malpe Beach and do the scenic seawalk, then grab a late-afternoon snack or drink at a beach shack-try fresh coconut water or a local chaats stall.
Drive north toward Kodi Bengare Road / Delta Point for a relaxed riverside walk; photograph the meeting of river and sea and watch local fishermen prepare for evening nets.
Stop at Kapu Beach (Lighthouse) viewpoint to begin your return toward Karwar; if the lighthouse is open you can climb for expansive coastal views as the sun edges lower.
Continue the drive back toward Karwar, taking short photo stops at coastal overlooks and arriving in time for a sunset visit to Rabindranath Tagore Beach if traffic allows.
Dinner at Woodlands or a seaside restaurant in Karwar-order local specialties like fish curry, neer dosa and finish with a Gudbud from Diana for dessert.
Drive into Karwar and stop at Rabindranath Tagore Beach for a relaxed sunset promenade if you missed the earlier sunset; vendors sell fresh roasted peanuts and sugarcane juice along the promenade.
Head to Woodlands (Karwar) for a leisurely dinner - order the coastal thali or grilled fish and save room for a Gudbud from Diana as dessert.
Take an evening stroll toward the Sadashivgad Port viewpoint to see the estuary lights and watch fishermen sorting their catch; there are a few tea stalls nearby for filter coffee.
If you prefer a quieter end, visit the illuminated courtyard of Venkatrama Temple for a peaceful moment and to observe evening aarti rituals from outside the main sanctum.
Return to your accommodation; freshen up and, if time permits, enjoy a late-night drink or dessert on the hotel terrace while planning the next day's departure or extension.
| Place / Activity | Cost |
|---|---|
| Rabindranath Tagore Beach | Free |
| Mitra Samaj (breakfast) | ₹150 |
| Venkatrama Temple | Free |
| Aniga Temple | Free |
| Sadashivgad Port - local boat ride (estuary/dolphin spotting) | ₹400 |
| Warship Museum (INS Chapal exhibits / local naval museum) | ₹50 |
| Woodlands (Gudbud ice cream / snack) | ₹100 |
| Woodlands (lunch/dinner coastal thali) | ₹350 |
| Black Sand Beach | Free |
| Mangrove Forest (short guided boat/walk) | ₹300 |
| Rock Garden (coastal viewpoints) | Free |
| Flamingo Island / Dolphin watching (boat trip) | ₹500 |
| Neelavar Udupi - Best Krishna temple / cow shelter | Free |
| Maravanthe Beach | Free |
| Mattu Beach | Free |
| St. Mary's Island (30-min boat ride from Malpe) | ₹300 |
| Malpe Beach seawalk | Free |
| Udupi Sri Krishna Temple (darshan / prasadam) | Free |
| Chaturmukha Basadi (Karkala) | Free |
| Kapu Beach (Lighthouse entry / view) | ₹50 |
| Kundru Nest | Free |
| Kodi Bengare Road / Delta Point (boat ride ~200 PP) | ₹200 |
| Kemmannu Hanging Bridge | Free |
| Sri Prasanna Anjaneya Temple, Kundapura | Free |
| Kadiyali Mahamardhini Temple | Free |
| Shree Aghoreshwara Swamy Devalayen | Free |
| Shri Krishna Mata | Free |
| Shree Uchilakere Mahalaxmi, Udupi | Free |
| Varanga Jain Temple | Free |
| St. Lawrence Shrine | Free |
| Chaturmukha Basadi (listed again if visiting in Udupi-Karkala stretch) | Free |
| Kundru Nest (listed again) | Free |
| Woodlands (dinner spot - Karwar / Kundapura visit) | ₹350 |
| Diana (Gudbud dessert) | ₹100 |
| Warship Museum (if separate paid exhibit) | ₹50 |
| Seaside snack / beach vendors (per meal/snack) | ₹150 |
| Estimated Total (per person) | ₹4,250 |