On the coast of the Arabian sea, there’s a small beach town called Gokarna. It is famous for having the Mahabaleshwar Temple. Gokarna is a clean and beautiful village and the beaches are a must to explore. It looks like a dream with a small village and clean beaches.
Gokarna is also famously known as Temple town is a pilgrimage destination. Gokarna is located around 490km away from Bengaluru and 144km away from Goa. Dolphin’s point here is a famous place where visitors spot dolphins in the waters here.
The Gokarna Beach Trek and Camping event will be one of the best experiences of your life. You can witness several beaches in Gokarna and go visit some very interesting and beautiful places in the village.
If you drive for one hour from Om beach you’d reach Nirvana beach which has white can’t and beautiful blue waters. It has fewer visitors than Gokarna but is as much beauty. Here, get a chance to explore nature this New year at nirvana Beach.
The Kumta Gokarna beach trek is a three-day trek that takes you to some of the most immaculate beaches India. many of them have no connectivity by road. The trek brings you to the west coast of the country to beaches like Heaven beach, Paradise beach, Om beach, Half-Moon beach, Kudle beach, Gokarna beach and many more. Many of the beaches which are on Gokarna trail are untouched.The route is very easy and can be covered by beginners, and its different essence makes it a new experience for experienced trekkers as well.
Itinerary
Day 01:
You will enter Nirvana Beach around 9:00 in the morning. Check- in your camps, make yourself at ease and freshen up. Remember to have a healthy breakfast and then you can start your trek to Kagal port. Explore the beautiful and majestic Bada Caves beach.
You can play various Beach games with your friends and family.
Escort back to your respective campsite by 6:30 pm and make sure to have the welcome drink.
The New Year Party begins at 7:30 pm which includes music, campfire, cutting the cake, sky lantern, dinner and fire show and a lot of more fun activities
Day 02:
You can begin your day early with some decent breakfast.
Enjoy the beautiful colour festival event and groove to the music.
Begin beach trek from Paradise beach which is immaculate and a beautiful beach and then move over to the Half Moon Beach.
The Half Moon beach has some great sights of the sea and its surroundings.
It has many beach cottages and huts where you can click photogenic pictures and relax.
The Dolphin’s point here is a famous spot to see dolphins and click pictures.
The trek to the Om beach needs only one single to climb to a cliff through rocky terrain.
Om Beach is crescent-shaped. It is one of the most spectacular beaches here.
You will then visit the Kudle Beach which is absolutely lovely and the trail to the beach passes beautiful forests.
After having Lunch, you can drive back to Bangalore
How to Reach
By Air: Dabolim airport in Goa is the closest airport which is about 140 km away. Then you can book a cab to Gokarna.
By Train: The closest railway station is at Ankola, which is about 20 km from Gokarna. You can book a cab from the railway station to Gokarna.
By Road: Gokarna is connected to the road. You can effortlessly get bus rides from Banglore, Madgaon, Mangalore, and many other cities of Karnataka.
Precautions and Essentials
- Good trekking shoes are a must st ensure a comfortable and smooth trekking experience.
- Wear light and comfortable clothes.
- Carry woolen clothes.
- Alcohol consumption and smoking are highly unadvisable.
- You should stay in a group as there are wild animals in the forests.
- Flashlight with extra batteries
- Complete trekking gear
- ID proof is necessary for all trekkers.
- Bring along some water and food with yourself.
- Carry a double strap backpack, sling bags are not recommended.
- Carry mosquito repellent and sunscreen.
- For emergencies carry raincoats, jackets, first aid, and some extra clothes.
- Carry minimum weight.
- Don’t litter.
- Stay with the group and don’t wander on your own.
- Take care of your luggage.
- Carry your medicines if any.
- Carry your camera and mobile phones at your own risk.
- Don’t endanger your life while trying to click risky pictures.
