Adventure-Filled 3-Day Itinerary in Dhandhli, Gokruna, and Murdeshwara

1. Day 1: Murdeshwara Beach and Shiva Statue
   Approximately 40 minutes (21.4 kilometers) from Dhandhli

   Spend your first day at the Murdeshwara Beach, a beautiful sandy beach with clear water and the Shiva Statue, A true marvel that stands at 123 feet tall, Murdeshwara Shiva Statue is one of the tallest statues in the world. Enjoy the panoramic view from the top of the statue. Do not miss the opportunity to take a great picture with it as the background.

2. Day 2: Gokarna Beach Trekking and Water Sports
   Approximately 1 hour 13 minutes (42.9 kilometers) from Murdeshwara Beach

   Embark on a trekking adventure at Gokarna beach with five beaches (Kudle Beach, Om Beach, Half Moon Beach, Paradise Beach, and Gokarna Beach), and make sure to try water sports such as jet-skiing, surfing or banana boat ride.
   Kudle Beach: One of the famous beaches for new tourists. the view of the Arabian Sea and lush green bushes is beautiful.
   Om Beach: The stunning beach crescent shape like the auspicious Hindu Om symbol.
   Half Moon Beach: A perfect place to rest and rejuvenate, and with very few visitors.
   Paradise Beach: Beautiful and Farthest beach of the five beaches, a feeling of solitude is felt here.
   Gokarna Beach: The Famous Beach, Located near Mahabaleshwar temple.

3. Day 3: Vibhooti Falls Trekking and Caves Exploration
   Approximately 1 hour 20 minutes (58.8 kilometers) from Gokarna Beach

   For your third day, adventure awaits you! Trek from Yana Caves to Vibhooti Falls, a serene waterfall amidst nature. Enjoy the water and take a dip in the pool beneath the falls.
   Afterward, visit Yana Cave, a famous paleolithic site in India. Yana is the perfect trip to discover caves and waterfalls. It is a place for camping, trekking, and rock climbing.
   Pandava Caves: 5 rock-cut caves, located in the Yana Wildlife Sanctuary. These caves are estimated to be of the 6th or 7th Century.
   Bhairaveshwara Temple: A fascinating site inside the cave With Linga inside.
   Gokarna Caves: Surrounded by four hills and visited by locals daily to worship Shivalingam, it’s a serene location with caves around.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Murdeshwara Beach and Shiva Statue - 3-4 hours (free)
• Gokarna Beach Trekking and Water Sports - 6-7 hours (₹1500-₹2000)
• Vibhooti Falls Trekking and Caves Exploration - 8-9 hours(₹1100-₹2000)
• Total Estimated Costs - ₹3600-₹4000

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit Murudeshwar Fort, Kollur Mookambika Temple, Om Beach Resort and karvar beach which are 30-40km nearby places. But Make sure to check the open and closing time of these places against your travel dates.
If you have less time, you can skip Vibhooti Falls and Explore more Gokarna Beaches, or go on a boat ride in the Arabian Sea.