Up the coast past Murudeshwar to Gokarna: the Mahabaleshwar temple, Om and Kudle beaches, the black peaks of Yana and Mirjan's river fort — your own vehicle and driver.
Highlights: Mahabaleshwar Temple, Om Beach, Yana Rocks, Murudeshwar
Itinerary
Day 1 · 5:30 AM — Pickup & drive north From your door in Kasaragod — about 285 km up the coast on NH 66 via Mangaluru, Udupi and Bhatkal. (Stay booked by you)
Day 1 · 11:00 AM — Murudeshwar on the way The giant Shiva statue and temple tower by the sea; lunch here. (Temple dress code)
Day 1 · evening — Gokarna town beach Check in, then sunset on the beach behind the temple street.
Day 2 · 8:00 AM — Yana Rocks & Mirjan Fort Two huge black rock peaks in the forest, then a moss-covered laterite fort by the Aghanashini river. (Walk & steps · entry own expense)
Day 2 · afternoon — Kudle & Om Beach Gokarna's famous cove beaches; walk the cliff path or take a boat to Half Moon. (Boats paid direct)
Day 3 · 6:30 AM — Mahabaleshwar Temple Early darshan at the Atmalinga shrine before the crowds. (Men in dhoti, shirtless)
Day 3 · 8:00 AM — Drive home About 285 km back down the coast; at your door in Kasaragod by evening.
Good to know
🛕 Temple dress: Gokarna: men in dhoti only, shirts off; women in saree or churidar, no jeans. Murudeshwar: men in dhoti or full-length trousers, women in saree or churidar.
🌊 Beaches & boats: Currents are strong — swim only where lifeguards allow, never in the monsoon. Boats to Half Moon and Paradise beach are paid direct and stop in rough sea.
🪪 Karnataka entry: Gokarna is in Karnataka: interstate permit, border tax and tolls are billed at actual cost. We re-check entry rules before you travel.
🏨 Your stays: You book two nights in Gokarna — town guest houses or resorts near Om and Kudle. Your driver's night allowances are in our price.
