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Gokarna Beach Trek at Bengaluru

Trekking in Bengaluru · Duration: 3 days · Difficulty: Easy · Altitude: 2167

Gokarna Beach Trek

Overview

Experience the magic of the Gokarna Beach Trek, a perfect blend of adventure, nature, and coastal beauty. This unique trek takes you across seven pristine beaches of Gokarna – Paradise Beach, Half Moon Beach, Dolphin Point, Small Hell Beach, Hell Cliff, Belekan Beach, and the famous Om Beach. With river crossings, beachside camping, bonfire nights, and visits to Murudeshwar Temple, Mangrove Walk, Honnavar Boating, and Jog Falls, this trip offers the ultimate coastal adventure from Bangalore. Ideal for beginners, backpackers, and beach lovers, the Gokarna Beach Trek is one of Karnataka’s most popular weekend getaways.

Operators and prices for Gokarna Beach Trek

Eligibility Criteria

  1. Age: 10+ years (minors must be accompanied by guardians)

  2. Fitness: Suitable for beginners & casual trekkers

  3. Ideal for solo travelers, couples, and groups

  4. Not recommended for those with severe water phobia (due to boat crossing)

  5. Comfortable with tent stays & basic facilities

Gokarna Beach Trek Itinerary

Day 1: Beach Trek & Camping

Day 0 – Departure from Bangalore

  • 07:30 PM – Pickup at Silk Board (towards Banashankari)

  • 08:00 PM – Pickup at BTM (A2B Hotel)

  • 08:30 PM – Pickup at Jayanagar (Central Mall)

  • 08:45 PM – Pickup at Banashankari Bus Stop

  • 09:30 PM – Pickup at Goraguntepalya (People Tree Hospital)

  • Continue journey towards Gokarna (overnight bus journey)


Day 1 – Beach Trek & Camping

  • 09:00 AM – Reach campsite, freshen up & breakfast

  • 10:30 AM – Travel towards Kumta Boat Point → River crossing over Aghanashini River by boat

  • 11:00 AM – Start Gokarna Beach Trek covering:

    • Paradise Beach

    • Half Moon Beach

    • Dolphin Point

    • Small Hell Beach

    • Hell Cliff

    • Belekan Beach

    • Om Beach

  • 02:00 PM – Trek ends at Om Beach, lunch (self-sponsored)

  • 06:00 PM – Return to campsite, beach fun & sunset views

  • 09:00 PM – Campfire, music & dinner, followed by tent stay

Trek Distance: 7 KM | Difficulty Level: Easy

Day 2: Sightseeing & Adventure

  • 08:00 AM – Checkout from campsite

  • 09:00 AM – Visit Murudeshwar Temple

  • 12:00 PM – Lunch (self-sponsored)

  • 01:00 PM – Explore Mangrove Walk

  • 03:00 PM – Enjoy Honnavar Boating

  • 05:00 PM – Visit Jog Falls (if time permits)

  • 08:30 PM – Dinner en route (self-sponsored)

  • Overnight journey back to Bangalore

Day 3: Return to Bangalore

06:30 AM – Reach Bangalore & drop at respective points

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