Gokarna to Goa 3-Day Itinerary for Family-Friendly

  1. Day 1: Gokarna Beach Trek & Mahabaleshwar Temple
    Starting Point: Any hotel/resort in Gokarna
    Distance & Time: 5 km, 2 hours approx

    Start your Day1 by trekking to the beaches of Gokarna, which include Kudle, Om, and Half Moon Beach. Explore the stunning cliffs and pristine stretches of sand, and watch the sunset by the beach. Following that, visit the 7th-century Mahabaleshwar Temple, one of the most significant religious places in the region.

  2. Day 2: Dudhsagar Waterfall & Aguada Fort
    Starting Point: Gokarna Beach or hotel/resort
    Distance & Time: 135 km, 3.5 hours approx

    Today, you'll be traveling to Goa from Gokarna. Start by visiting the Dudhsagar waterfall, famous for its beautiful scenery and photography spots. After that, you'll visit Aguada Fort, a preserved 17th-century fort that overlooks the sea. Relax and unwind at the nearby beaches - Calangute, Candolim, Anjuna, Baga, etc.

  3. Day 3: Se Cathedral, Basilica of Bom Jesus & Colva Beach
    Starting Point: Any hotel/resort in South Goa
    Distance & Time: 40 km, 1.5 hours approx

    Begin day 3 by touring the Se Cathedral, an architectural marvel and one of the largest churches in Asia. Next, visit the Basilica of Bom Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage site that contains the relics of St. Francis Xavier. In the evening, visit the serene Colva Beach, experience water sports, and indulge in fresh seafood.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kudle, Om, and Half Moon Beach Trek (2-3 hours, free)
  • Mahabaleshwar Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Dudhsagar Waterfall (2-4 hours, INR 400 per person)
  • Aguada Fort (1-2 hours, INR 50 per person)
  • Se Cathedral & Basilica of Bom Jesus (2 hours, free)
  • Colva Beach (2-3 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 900 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider exploring the nearby attractions such as Anjuna flea market, Fort Chapora, Reis Magos Fort, and Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary. However, if you have less time, skip some beaches along the Gokarna trek, or reduce your time spent on Dudhsagar waterfall and Colva beach.

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