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Day 1: Kudle Beach
Assuming you're staying in Gokarna town:
- Start your day with breakfast at the Little Paradise Restaurant which is just a few minutes walk from where you're staying.
- Rent a scooter or take a taxi to Kudle Beach (25 minutes, 6 miles) to enjoy swimming and sunbathing. There are many shacks where you can have lunch by the beach.
- After lunch, take a short hike (20 minutes) to the Om Beach and visit the old Shiva temple.
- Head back to Kudle beach to watch the sunset and have dinner. Try some excellent seafood in a beachside shack.
- End the day with a relaxing walk along the sandy beach under the stars.
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Day 2: Sacred Temples and Beach Excursions
- Have breakfast at the hotel or any café nearby.
- Take a 15-minutes drive to the Mahabaleshwar Temple which is one of the oldest temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It opens at 6:00 am so try to arrive early.
- Next, visit the Gokarna beach which is one of the well known and breathtaking beaches on the coastline. Relax for a while.
- Enjoy lunch at Namaste Cafe which has excellent food and a beautiful sea view.
- Next, take a short hike from Gokarna beach (20 minutes) to the Kudle beach view point for some panoramic views.
- In the evening, visit the Bhadrakali Temple, which is well known for the annual "Kaliyatta" festival in which people from all over the region gather and play "Huli Vesha".
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Day 3: Waterfalls and Jamming
- Start your day early with breakfast at the hotel or nearby.
- Take a 20-minutes drive to the Yana Caves and Waterfalls for hiking and sightseeing. Wear comfortable shoes.
- Next, head to the Nirvana Beach, which is not so crowded and the perfect spot for some peaceful time with family.
- After lunch, visit the Nirvana Organic Farm where you can learn rural agricultural practices. They also have a jamming session for the visitors.
- In the evening, head back to Gokarna town and explore the local market and street food.