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Gokarna and Murudeshwar 3-Day Itinerary in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Gokarna
    2 hours and 20 minutes (128 km) from Panaji Airport

    Morning: Start your day by visiting the Mahabaleshwar Temple, one of the most important temples in Gokarna. Take a dip in the holy waters of Koti Tirtha, a pond situated close to the temple. For breakfast, head to the popular Namaste Cafe, known for its delicious food and beautiful views of the Arabian Sea. Afternoon: Post lunch, visit the pristine Om Beach, one of the most popular beaches in Gokarna. Take a dip in the sea or indulge in water sports like jet skiing, banana boat rides, and parasailing. Grab a bite to eat at the Namaste Cafe on the beach. Evening: Witness a beautiful sunset at the Half Moon Beach, a secluded and serene location. Relish some light snacks and drinks at the shacks on the beach.

  2. Day 2: Murudeshwar
    1 hour and 30 minutes (80 km) from Gokarna

    Morning: Visit the Murudeshwar Temple, a famous temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Climb the temple tower (Raja Gopura) to see a breathtaking panoramic view of the Arabian Sea. Afternoon: Continue your temple tour to the Kethapayya Narayan Temple, a beautiful temple situated on a hill with a mesmerizing view of the Arabian Sea. For lunch, try the delicious seafood at the Naveen Beach Restaurant. Evening: Head to the Murudeshwar Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches on the west coast, for a relaxing evening. Enjoy the sunset and have some snacks at the beach shacks.

  3. Day 3: Gokarna
    1 hour and 30 minutes (76 km) from Murudeshwar

    Morning: Start your morning with a visit to the Maha Ganapati Temple, a holy temple located on the outskirts of Gokarna. Have breakfast at the Pai Restaurant, known for its delicious South Indian breakfast. Afternoon: Visit the Kudle Beach, a beautiful and serene beach with clean waters. Relax on the beach or take a hike to the hill for a panoramic view of the beach. Have lunch at the Sunset Cafe on the beach. Evening: Visit the Aghanashini River and take a boat ride to see the mangroves and spot local birds. End your day with a walk on the Gokarna Beach and enjoy the sunset.

Recommendations

Make sure to witness the Gokarna Beach trek if you have more time in Gokarna. You can also consider visiting the Yana Rocks, a popular place for trekking situated 60 km from Gokarna. For side trips, you can visit the Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary or the Jog Falls, situated around 150 km from Murudeshwar. To maximize your fun, indulge in water sports like kayaking, banana boat rides, and snorkeling in Gokarna.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mahabaleshwar Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Koti Tirtha (30 minutes, free)
  • Namaste Cafe (1 hour, INR 600)
  • Om Beach (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Half Moon Beach (1 hour, free)
  • Murudeshwar Temple (1.5 hours, free)
  • Kethapayya Narayan Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Naveen Beach Restaurant (1 hour, INR 800)
  • Murudeshwar Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Maha Ganapati Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Pai Restaurant (1 hour, INR 400)
  • Kudle Beach (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Sunset Cafe (1 hour, INR 600)
  • Aghanashini River (2 hours, INR 1500 for a boat ride)
  • Gokarna Beach (1.5 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 5,500
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