Gokarna Beach Trek

Travel Time: Approximately 9-10 hours from Bangalore. WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE Beach Hopping: From secluded coves to iconic shores like Om and Kudle Chill Vibes: Relax, unwind, and enjoy a slow-paced beach escape Spiritual Sites: Marvel at the towering Shiva statue at Murudeshwar Honnavara Boating: Explore the Honnavara backwater boat ride HIGHLIGHTS Belekan Beach Paradise Beach Half-Moon Beach Om Beach Kudle Beach Mirjan Fort Murudeshwar - Shiva Statue Honnavara Boat Ride DAY 0 - DEPARTURE FROM BENGALURU Journey to Gokarna As the sun sets over Bangalore, our adventure begins as we head toward the Uttara Kannada District. We will embark on a comfortable journey of 480 km in a Tempo Traveler or a Minibus with push-back seats, ensuring a smooth ride for our hikers. We will pick up our fellow explorers at the following locations. 08:00 PM - Start from Banashankari bus stop 08:15 PM - Join from BTM Layout 08:30 PM - Next stop, Silk Board 08:45 PM - Assemble at Koramangala 09:00 PM - Pickup at Domlur 09:15 PM - Meet us at MG Road 09:30 PM - Join at Mekhri Circle 09:45 PM - Board at Yeshwanthpur 10:00 PM - Last pickup at Goraguntepalya DAY 1 - TEMPLE AND BEACHES 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM Arrival at campsite and get ready 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Breakfast and campsite exploration 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Depart to and reach Belekan Beach, the starting point of our trek 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Trek from Belekan Beach to Paradise Beach - 30 mins 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Enjoy Paradise Beach 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM Trek to and reach Half-Moon Beach - 1 hour 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM Relax at Half-Moon Beach 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM Trek to and reach Om Beach - 1 hour 03:30 PM - 04:00 PM Enjoy Om Beach 04:00 PM - 04:30 PM Lunch - Self-Sponsored 04:30 PM - 05:00 PM Trek through the forest to Kudle Beach - 30 mins 05:00 PM - 06:30 PM Sunset at Kudle Beach - Arrive at Kudle Beach in time to catch a beautiful sunset 06:30 PM - 08:30 PM Trek to reach the stay on Gokarna Beach while exploring the Gokarna Market - 2 hours NOTE Please take private transport to reach the stay if you are unable to trek back to Gokarna Beach. The trek may take around 1.5 hours. 08:30 PM Head back to the campsite and unwind 09:30 PM - 10:30 PM Campfire and Dinner - Return to the campsite, enjoy the campfire, share stories with fellow travelers, have dinner, and retire for the night DAY 2 - FORT, TEMPLE AND BACKWATER BOATING 06:00 AM - 08:30 AM Wake up and breakfast - Start your day early, refresh and have breakfast 08:30 AM - 09:30 AM Check out and head to Mirjan Fort 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM Visit Mirjan Fort 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM Visit Murudeshwar Temple - Travel to Murudeshwar to visit the renowned temple NOTE Temple dress code applies. 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM Lunch - Self-Sponsored 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM Honnavara Boat Ride - Self-Sponsored POST 06:00 PM Head to Bengaluru - Depart for Bengaluru with a self-sponsored dinner planned en route DAY 3 - HOMEWARD BOUND 05:00 AM Reach Bangalore DROP-OFF POINTS The drop-off points will be the same as the pickup points to ensure convenience for all travelers. Please ensure you have all your belongings before leaving the vehicle. HOME SWEET HOME Once you have reached your drop-off point, it is time to head home, take a well-deserved rest, and start planning your next adventure. THINGS TO CARRY Face Masks and Hand Sanitizers Water bottles - 1 to 2 bottles of 1 liter each Polybags to pack wet clothes Torch or Headlamp to be used at night Portable chargers for your electronics Personal Medication and Snacks Flip-flops for relaxing at the campsite Raincoat or Poncho an