Gokarna - Murudeshwar

Gokarna - Murudeshwar

• Murudeshwar Sightseeing: Murudeshwar Temple, Murudeshwar Beach, 2nd Highest Shiva Statue.
• Gokarna Sightseeing: Vibhooti Falls, Yana Caves, Sri Mahabaleshwara Swami Temple Gokarna, Mirjan Fort.
• Gokarna Beaches: Om beach, Kudle Beach, Half moon, Paradise Beach, Sea Kayaking, Gokarna Main Beach. 
  

Overview

Gokarna:

• Gokarna is one breathtaking piece of heaven in Karnataka for beach hippies like you
• The land of palm trees, blue seas, and golden sands, where eternity begins and ends with the ocean’s tides, Gokarna is a town of contrasts. Not only known as a temple town but also a perfect beach holiday destination and a great place to go for trek lovers
• This has got to be one of the most chilled out & dirt-cheap backpacking trips you’ll ever have

Murudeshwar :

• World‛s Tallest Shiva Statue Temple at Murudeshwara Beach
• Netrani is one of the Islands off Murudeshwar popular as a Scuba diving destination in Karnataka. The Netrani Islands also known as Pigeon Island is off the Murudeshwara coast. This is an enchanting island with a wild growth of trees and curved rocky formations that shelter numerous pigeons. The island with its corals and clear waters is probably the best snorkeling/ dive site in India. There are great opportunities for snorkeling; both for beginners to deep-diving experts here. Being a Scuba diving destination in Karnataka there are multiple operators in Murudeshwara who conduct single dives as well as scuba diving courses. Being able to swim like a fish, see them in close view underwater, and see colorful corals will be an experience to cherish, a perfect adventure for everyone in the family
• Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Boat Ride, Underwater Photography, Gear Equipment, Diving Certificate, refreshments, and snacks @ Netrani Island are NOT included in the package.

1. Pune: 8,999 per person
   Mumbai: 9,999 per person

   Brief Itinerary:
   

   Day 01: Depart from Mumbai (2 PM), Pune (6 PM), Overnight journey to Gokarna.
   Day 02: Explore Gokarna, Kudle Beach, Om Beach, Paradise Beach, Half Moon Beach, Sea Kayaking
   Day 03: Visit Mirjan Fort, Honnavar Backwater Boating, and Later drive to the soulful Murudeshwar.
   Day 04: Explore Yana caves, and Vibhooti waterfalls and later depart for Mumbai.
   Day 05: Reach Pune/Mumbai.
   
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   Itinerary

   Day 01: Mumbai / Pune / Bangalore to Gokarna
   02:00 PM: Pickup from Dadar TT Circle, Mumbai
   06:00 PM: Pickup from FC Road, Pune
   06:45 PM: Pickup from Wakad, Pune
   10:00 PM: Pickup from Aanand Roa Circle, Bangalore

   All pickup points are mentioned in the pickup point section below.

   Day 02: Beach Trek and Cafe Hoping
   11:00 AM: Reach Gokarna and check in at our hotel, freshen up, and have breakfast.
   01:00 PM: Start trek from Belekan to Paradise Beach. You can enjoy Sea Kayaking here at your expense (300 Rs per person extra). Later take a ferry from Paradise Beach to Om Beach (300 Rs per person extra), Explore Om Beach, and later Trek to Kudle Beach. If time permits enjoy Watersports like Banana Boat Rides, Parasailing, and Jet-Skiing. (At own expense).As the sun starts to set, it's now time to groove on the beats. Hop in cafes, chill, and relax for the day.|
   11:00 PM: Back to the hotel for the night's stay.

   Day 03: Mirjan Fort, Honnavar Boating, Murudeshwar Temple
   Wake up, freshen up, have breakfast. Start your day with the Mahabaleshwar Temple. Live your South Indian moment by wearing a Lungi.Later move towards Mirjan Fort, you will find it similar to Augada Fort in Goa.Now it's time to live your Kerala Backwater Boating moment in Honnavar. It is an hour's drive to Honnavar.Experience a unique boating experience at Honnavar in the Sharavathi River Later drive to the soulful Murudeshwar Temple.Explore Murudeshwar Temple and the 2nd Highest Shiva Statue in the world with a beautiful sunset..Have Dinner at Murudeshwar and head back to Gokarna.
   10:00 PM: Go to Gokarna Main Beach for late night beach walk and chill.Sleep according to your convenience as our hotel is just a few meters away. Yes, it's a walkable distance.

   Day 04: Yana Caves and Vibhuthi Falls
   06:00 AM: Wake up call, freshen up, and have breakfast.
   08:00 AM: Begin our today's journey with a road drive to Yana caves.You will have to trek 500 meters for Yana Caves to witness its unique rock formations, Bhairaveshwara Shikhara and Mohini Shikhara. These massive limestone rocks amid lush forests offer a stunning backdrop for trekking and religious activities..After Yana Caves, we will visit Vibhuthi Waterfalls. Our sightseeing for the tour ends here, departing for Pune / Mumbai. Late Dinner on the way. Continue with an overnight journey to Pune / Mumbai.

   Day 05: Reach Pune/Mumbai

   06:00 AM: Arrive in Pune
   10:00 AM: Arrive in Mumbai

   Things To Carry:

   Gears

   • A rucksack bag and a day pack
   • 3-liter water bladder or water bottle
   • Clothes
   • One cotton long sleeve and 2 short sleeve T-shirts
   • 1 pair of gloves
   • At least 2 long pants (trek pants and cargo pants are favorable)
   • 4 sets of undergarments
   • 2 pairs of socks
   • A small towel
   • A rain jacket or a poncho
   • Footwear
   • Above-the-ankle waterproof and breathable hiking boots with good grip
   • Flip flops/sandals
   • Medication
   • Glucose powder
   • Medicines for headaches, diarrhea, motion sickness
   • Dettol
   • Bandages
   • Cotton
   • Personal Accessories
   • Toothpaste, toothbrush
   • Paper soap, or sanitizer
   • Sunscreen minimum of spf40, lip balm, cold creams
   • Body spray
   • LED torch light