3-Day Itinerary for Mrudeshwar

  1. Day 1: Murudeshwar Beach
    10 minutes (1 km) from Murudeshwar Town

    Start your trip with a relaxing day at the Murudeshwar Beach. Take a dip in the Arabian sea or lounge on the beach while sipping on coconut water. The beach is known for its panoramic views of the sunset and its cleanliness.

  2. Day 2: Murudeshwar Fort and Netrani Island
    30 minutes (22 km) from Murudeshwar Beach

    Explore the historic Murudeshwar Fort and the magnificent view of the coastline from its top. Later, take a 1-hour boat ride to the Netrani Island for snorkelling or scuba diving in crystal-clear waters, witnessing an array of marine life like butterflyfish, angelfish, and goatfish.

  3. Day 3: Shri Murdeshwar Temple and Statue Park
    15 minutes (3 km) from Murudeshwar Fort

    Visit the famous Shri Murdeshwar Temple and admire the grandeur of Lord Shiva's second tallest statue in the world. The temple also has an aquarium, whose beauty will bewitch you. Afterwards, head to the Statue Park, which has various statues and fountains that make for great photo opportunities.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Murudeshwar Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Murudeshwar Fort (1 hour, free)
  • Netrani Island (4 hours, INR 2000 per person including snorkelling or scuba diving equipment rental)
  • Shri Murdeshwar Temple (2 hours, INR 250 per person for entry fee + INR 100 per person for aquarium)
  • Statue Park (1 hour, INR 50 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): INR 2400

Useful Tips

If you have more time, go on a temple hopping spree, visit the Venu Gopal Swamy Temple and Kethapayya Narayan Temple. If you have less time, remove the Statue Park visit and spend more time on the beach or the fort. Remember to carry appropriate clothing and sunscreen for the beach activities, and comfortable footwear for hiking up to the fort. The best time to visit is from October to March when the weather is pleasant.

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