The coastline of Karnataka throws open to the visitors a picture
perfect world of fascinating palm-fringed beaches. The 320-kms long
coastline offers a perfect excuse for those who are looking for
a vacation from their busy work schedule. The scenery and unspoilt
charm of the beach areas make Karnataka beaches a must visit beach
holiday destinations.
» Karwar
Beach
Karwar
has all the makings of a perfect holiday, gentle waves, palm-laced
beaches, silver sand, and calm, peaceful alleys. This beach site
makes a good starting point for the voyage of discovering the thrills
the sea, sand and sun.
» Malpe
Beach
Malpe
beach is a popular picnic spot of Karnataka due to the pristine
beauty and peaceful surrounding of its virgin beach. Just a boat
ride away, the St Mary's Island is another delightful holiday destination
from Malpe Beach.
» Maravanthe
Beach
Marwanthe
is a unique seaside town of Karnataka, where the West Coast Highway
cruises along with the Arabian Sea on one side, and the river Sauparnika
rushes against a verdant mountainous backdrop on the other. It has
beautiful beach nearby, which makes quite a promising site for water
sports and holidaying.
» Bhatkal
Beach
Bhatkal
Beach is a picturesque place 16-km from Bhatkal. Bounded by the
shimmering sea and rolling hills, this place is a favourite tourist
spot and known for the gorgeous temple perched on a hillock by the
shore.
»Murudeshwar
Beach
The place is believed to have been sanctified
by a piece of the Pranalinga of Mahabaleshwara thrown by Ravana
and has some beautiful carvings and statues. Bounded by the shimmering
sea and rolling hills, the place is a favourite picnic spot.
»Gokarna
Beach
The traditional houses and temples, narrow streets- Gokarna has
become the favorite haunt of Hindu pilgrims, Sanskrit scholars
and beach buffs. Gokarna is about 200km north of Mangalore (7
hr by bus) and 56km southwest of Karwar on the seashore
