List of Beaches & Islands in Uttara Kannada

Om Beach Gokarna (63 km): One of the most famous beaches in the country, Om Beach is shaped like the Hindu spiritual symbol ‘Om’. Shaped by two crescents joining together to form an om, this beach offers spectacular sunset views. The long, white-sand beach bordering the rugged terrain appeals to travelers from all over the world.

Kudle Beach, Gokarna (65 km): Kudle Beach, one of the most popular beaches in Gokarna, is located between Gokarna Main Beach and Om Beach. A green area, the long sandy beach looks very beautiful in season. Filled with beach buffs, volleyball enthusiasts, seaside musicians and backpackers lounging, the beach is the perfect place for a relaxing vacation.

Half Moon Beach, Gokarna: Half Moon Beach is a quiet beach on the shores of the town of Gokarna. Accessible only on foot or by motorboat from Om Beach. The road along the coast is narrow, with hills on the left and deep blue sea on the right. The beach has many rocks and small patches of sparkling clean sand. The view of the coast from the hill is simply stunning.

Paradise Beach, Gokarna (65 km): Paradise Beach is also known as Full Moon Beach. There are no roads to Paradise Beach. The easiest way is to take a motorboat from Om Beach or Half Moon Beach. Take a 20-minute hike from Half Moon Beach. Almost 70% of the beach is rocky and the rest is fine white sand. This beach is a great place for camping.

Rabindranath Tagore Beach: Surrounded by rocky hills and lined with countless trees, the beach is an ideal place to relax. Located in the heart of the city, it is the perfect place to relax and spend the evenings on the beach watching beautiful sunsets. The beach is also the site of numerous cultural activities, including the famous Kalavali Utsakh. Parasailing, which offers a panoramic view of the seaside town, is also recommended.

Devbagh Beach: Devbagh Beach is truly the perfect getaway for travelers looking for both privacy and tranquility. Famous for its golden sand beaches and cool breezes, it offers adventure sports with a variety of water sports such as snorkeling and kayaking. It is also famous for its delicious seafood and local gourmet food.

Majari Beach: Majari Beach is located in Majari Village, a small town on the northern tip of the Karnataka coast. Apart from its scenic beauty, this beach is popular for its delicious local cuisine. A nearby lake offers activities such as kayaking and boating. This beach also offers great views of the sunset.

Binaga Beach: Known for its exquisite-beauty & extensive coastline, Binaga Beach is located about 5 km from Karwar. Covered on three sides by green hills, the beach offers visitors a clean and tranquil atmosphere. The Church of Our Lady of St. Anne is located on Binaga Beach, built by the Portuguese.

Cody Bagh Beach: Cody Bagh Beach is located at the confluence of the Kali River and the Arabian Sea, he is 4.5 km from Karwar. This beach is very clean and a great place for adventure lovers. If you’re feeling more adventurous, the beach offers water sports like canoeing, kayaking and banana boating.

Kulmugad Island: Located 4km from the mainland, this turtle-shaped island is known for its hilltop Narasimha Temple. Thousands of devotees visit during Jatra every January. Kurmgad is steeped in history, with the remains of a fort that once had cannon holes. Enjoy panoramic views of the sea, sandy beaches and neighboring islands.

Basavaraj Durga Island (90 km): Basavaraj Durga is an island fortress near his Honnavar. The fort is believed to have been built during the reign of King Vijayanagara in the 16th century. Shivappanayaka, the ruler of Keladi, conquered the fort and named it Basavaraj He Durga in memory of the Keladi prince Basavaraj. The fortress is surrounded by powerful fortifications constructed from huge blocks of laterite, and the mounted cannons are in ruins. The total area is about 19 hectares. The island is also dotted with many freshwater wells. There is a temple here and locals, especially fishermen/boat owners, visit each year on Makar Sankranti Day with their families to seek refuge from nature’s hazards while working at sea. We do puja all year round.

it is a small island & picnic area off the coast of the town of Karwar in North Kanara. The name Devgadh comes from the Kannada word Devara Gudda, which means hill of the gods.

Anjadev Island: Anjadev is a small island off the coast of Karwar in the Uttara Kannada district. Anjadeva Island, also called Anjediva, is about 1.3 km long and 300 m wide with a total area of ​​only about 1.5 square km.

Hagunda: an island in the middle of the Shalavati River, 20 km from Honavala