Explore the Best of Murudeshwar and Udupi in 3 Days

  1. Day 1: Murudeshwar Beach and Temple
    From Mangalore Airport, drive for about 3 hours (96 km) to the beautiful town of Murudeshwar.

    Start your day by visiting the Murudeshwar Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located by the beach. The temple is surrounded by the Arabian Sea on three sides and offers a beautiful view of the ocean. Take a dip in the sea at the Murudeshwar Beach and enjoy the scenic beauty. In the evening, visit the Netrani Island by boat to enjoy water sports and marine life exploration.

  2. Day 2: St. Mary's Island and Sri Krishna Temple
    From your hotel in Murudeshwar, drive to Malpe Beach for about 2.5 hours (81 km).

    Catch a ferry from Malpe Beach to visit the St. Mary's Island and explore the unusual hexagonal rock formations. After the island visit, enjoy lunch at Malpe Beach before heading to the famous Sri Krishna Temple in Udupi, located around 35 minutes (7 km) from Malpe Beach. Take a guided tour of the Temple and end your day with a beautiful view of the sea from the Malu Beach Lighthouse.

  3. Day 3: Manipal Campus and Discover Local Cuisine
    From your hotel in Udupi, drive for about 10 minutes (4 km) to the Manipal University Campus.

    Start your day by exploring the lush green Manipal Campus, strolling around the gardens, and enjoying local art installations. Then, head back to Udupi for lunch at the famous Mitai Cafe to taste local delicacies. Next, visit the Udupi Shri Anantheshwara Temple and the Malpe Fish Market. In the evening, head back to the hotel or enjoy a sunset walk on Kapu Beach to end your trip.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Murudeshwar Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Murudeshwar Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Netrani Island (5 hours, INR 1,500-3,500)
  • St. Mary's Island (3-4 hours, INR 200-500)
  • Sri Krishna Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Malu Beach Lighthouse (1 hour, free)
  • Manipal Campus (2-3 hours, free)
  • Mitai Cafe (1 hour, INR 300-500)
  • Udupi Shri Anantheshwara Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Malpe Fish Market (1 hour, free)
  • Kapu Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2,500-5,000

Useful Tips

If you have more time in Udupi, visit the Manipal Museum of Anatomy and Pathology or take a day trip to Mangalore city to explore the beaches and local markets. If you have less time, you can skip the St. Mary's Island visit or the Manipal Campus tour. Also, budget travelers can skip the Netrani Island trip to save costs. Note that the Malpe Beach ferry service may be closed during monsoon season, so check ahead.

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