3-Day Adventure Itinerary in Gokarna, Honnavara, and Murudeshwara

  1. Day 1: Gokarna
    40 minutes (41.5 km) from Honnavara

    Start your adventure in the beautiful town of Gokarna, known for its stunning beaches and temples. Begin your morning by visiting the Mahabaleshwara Temple and exploring its intricate carvings and beautiful architecture. Afterward, take a 30-minute drive to the Kudle Beach and enjoy a refreshing swim in the Arabian Sea. End your day with a spectacular sunset view at the Om Beach, a perfect end to the day!

  2. Day 2: Honnavara
    50 minutes (45.6 km) from Gokarna

    Spend your second day in the small port town of Honnavara, perfect for adventure enthusiasts. Begin your day with a morning hike in the beautiful Sharavati Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, a dense forest covering more than 431 sq. km and home to numerous animals such as tigers, leopards, deer, elephants, and many species of birds. After an exciting hike, head over to the Sharavati River, one of the few westward flowing rivers in India, for some kayaking and river rafting.

  3. Day 3: Murudeshwara
    1 hour 9 minutes (71.3 km) from Honnavara

    End your adventure with a visit to the coastal town of Murudeshwara, popular for its religious significance and adventure activities. Start your morning by visiting the Murudeshwara Temple, an enchanting shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, and marvel at the breathtaking view of the Arabian Sea from the temple's 22-storey tower. Afterward, spend your afternoon indulging in some exciting water sports activities such as parasailing, jet-skiing, and banana boat rides at the Murudeshwara Beach.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mahabaleshwara Temple (1 hour, Free entry)
  • Kudle Beach (2 hours, Free entry)
  • Om Beach (2 hours, Free entry)
  • Sharavati Valley Wildlife Sanctuary (4-5 hours, INR 250 per person)
  • Sharavati River Kayaking and Rafting (2-3 hours, INR 300 per person)
  • Murudeshwara Temple (2 hours, Free entry)
  • Murudeshwara Beach Water Sports (2-3 hours, Prices start from INR 500 per person)

  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1050 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can also visit the Gokarna Beach, Half Moon Beach, and the Mahabaleshwara Fort in Gokarna, the Kasarkod Beach and the Tadadi Port in Honnavara, and the Netrani Island, Bhatkal Lighthouse, and the Anegudde Vinayaka Temple in and around Murudeshwara.

If you have less time, you can skip some of the water sports activities and spend more time exploring the wildlife sanctuary and temple towns. Make sure to carry enough water, sunscreen, and insect repellent for outdoor adventures!

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