Explore Udupi and Surroundings: Coastal Karnataka Day Trip

Day 1: Udupi Coastal Exploration

Udupi, India on May 20, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Woodlands Restaurant

Start your day with traditional Udupi breakfast including dosas, idlis, and the famous filter coffee to energise for a day of sightseeing.

INR300, 1h0m

8:30am

Visit Udupi Sri Krishna Temple

Explore the famous 13th-century Krishna temple known for its unique idol worship and the ritual of offering ‘naivedya’. Open daily from 6:00am to 1:00pm and 3:00pm to 9:00pm.

Free, 1h0m

9:45am

Explore the Paryaya Festival Hall and Ananteshwar Temple

Discover local culture and history within the nearby museum and the serene Ananteshwar temple, shaded by lush trees.

Free, 45m

10:30am

Drive to Malpe Beach

A short 15-minute drive to the popular Malpe Beach, perfect for a relaxing coastal walk and spotting local fishermen’s boats.

Transport approx. INR150, 15m

11:00am

Boat Ride to St. Mary’s Islands

Take a 20-minute boat ride to the stunning St. Mary’s Islands to see unique basalt rock formations and pristine beaches. The island is open from 8:00am to 5:30pm.

Boat ticket INR200, 2h30m

1:30pm

Lunch at Malpe Beach Shacks

Enjoy fresh seafood and local flavours at beachfront shacks, with dishes like prawn curry and coconut rice, while enjoying sea views.

INR400, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Pajaka Kshetra – Birthplace of Sri Madhvacharya

A 30-minute drive from Udupi, this sacred site dedicated to the philosopher Sri Madhvacharya features a temple complex and peaceful surroundings. Open till 6:00pm.

Free, 1h0m