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.

Who can join

• Age: 10+ years (minors must be accompanied by guardians)
• Fitness: Suitable for beginners & casual trekkers
• Ideal for solo travelers, couples, and groups
• Not recommended for those with severe water phobia (due to boat crossing)
• 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 to 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

Who runs it

• Nature Trekking Adventure Bengaluru