4-Day Family Friendly Itinerary in Karnataka

  1. Day 1: Badhra Dam
    2 hours 35 minutes (80.2 km) from Bangalore

    Start your trip with a visit to the Badhra Dam, a picturesque water reservoir surrounded by hills. Take a relaxing boat ride and enjoy the serene atmosphere, or go trekking in the nearby hills. Make sure to bring a picnic lunch and enjoy it at the picnic spots by the dam.

  2. Day 2: Kavishaila, Sringeri, Kamalashile
    4 hours 30 minutes (180.7 km) from Badhra Dam

    Start your day by visiting the Kavishaila, a monument dedicated to the renowned Kannada poet Kuvempu. Next, head to the Sringeri Mutt, a famous temple dedicated to the goddess of knowledge, Sharada. After the temple visit, stop by the Kamalashile temple, a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located amidst the lush greenery of the Western Ghats.

  3. Day 3: Udupi, Malpe, Karkala
    3 hours 30 minutes (130.6 km) from Kamalashile

    Begin your day with a visit to the Sri Krishna Temple in Udupi, a well-known pilgrimage center and one of the most famous temples in South India. Next, head to Malpe Beach, a beautiful beach with pristine waters and a perfect spot to relax and enjoy the sunset. In the evening, visit the Karkala Gomateshwara statue, a 42-feet tall statue of Lord Bahubali.

  4. Day 4: Hornadu
    3 hours 30 minutes (140.4 km) from Karkala

    On your last day, visit the Annapoorneshwari Temple in Hornadu, a popular pilgrimage center dedicated to the goddess of food and nourishment. The temple is located amidst the scenic Western Ghats and is surrounded by lush greenery, making it a beautiful and peaceful place to visit.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Badhra Dam boat ride (1 hour, 200 INR)
  • Entrance fee to Sringeri Mutt (30 minutes, 20 INR)
  • Malpe Beach (2 hours, free entry)
  • Karkala Gomateshwara statue (1 hour, free entry)
  • Annapoorneshwari Temple (1 hour, free entry)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 220 INR
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