Gokarna Budget Itinerary for 2-3 Days: Cheapest Travel Guide and Tips

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Check-In and Freshen Up at Gokarna

• Reach and check-in to a budget stay near Gokarna or Kudle Beach.
  • Options: Zostel– ₹ 500-₹ 600 (dorm), Namaste Cafe: ₹ 800 for basic private rooms.
• Unpack, freshen up, and get ready for your Gokarna adventure.

12:00 PM – 1:30 PM: Mahabaleshwar Temple Visit

• You Start your day with a visit to the 1500-year-old Mahabaleshwar Temple, housing the revered Atma Lingam of Lord Shiva..
  • Entry Fee: Free
  • Pro Tip: Dress traditionally and do not take photographs because it is a sacred site.
• Snacks and drinks are available near stalls for ₹20-₹50 which will make for a nice snack time.

1:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Lunch at Namaste Cafe (Om Beach)

• Relocate to Om Beach and head to the Namaste cafe for budget-friendly options with a seaside view.
  • Cost: ₹150-₹200 per head.
  • Must-Try: Veg thali, fried rice, or seafood.

3:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Relax and Explore Om Beach

• Relax in the golden sand of Om Beach or rent a kayak for an hour (₹200-₹300).

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• Book local operators offering scuba diving at Netrani Island for that dose of adventure. (optional not as per time in Itinerary
  • Scuba Diving Details:
    • Best Time: October to May, water are expected to be clear.
    • Cost: ₹3,500 – ₹4,500

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM: Sunset at Kudle Beach

• Drive to Kudle Beach, 3 km from here, for the sunset. It is a serene quiet spot with perfect scenery for photography or just to sit back.

7:00 PM – 8:30 PM: Dinner in Gokarna Town

• Come back to Gokarna town to enjoy dinner at Prema’s Cafe or take a budget-friendly bite at Shree Shakti.
  • Cost: ₹100-₹150 per head.

9:00 PM: Relax or Night Walk at Gokarna Beach

• Relax at your accommodation or take a tranquil night walk on the Gokarna Beach as the stars surround you..

6:00 AM – 7:30 AM: Sunrise at Paradise Beach

• You can start the morning with a 30-minute trek or boat ride to Paradise Beach. It will be less crowded paradise for those who love nature.

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Breakfast and Start for Murudeshwar

• Have a quick breakfast at your accommodation or a local cafe (₹50).
• Start your scooty journey or board a local bus to Murudeshwar (78 km, 1.5 hours).

10:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Murudeshwar Temple Visit

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• Visit the magnificent Murudeshwar Temple with a giant Shiva statue and gopura facing the sea.
  • Entry Fee: the charge to reach the viewing deck is ₹10 by elevator. Otherwise entry is free.

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch at RNS Residency

• Have a budget-friendly lunch with great sea views. The starting price of meals is ₹200.

2:00 PM – 3:30 PM: Honnavar Mangroves Boardwalk

• Take a 30-km drive to Honnavar to walk through mangrove forests with wooden Mangrove Boardwalk.
  • Entry Fee: ₹20

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM: Sunset at Gokarna Beach

• Back to Gokarna for the sunset at Gokarna Beach. you can chill and soak up the serenity in the surroundings.

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Dinner and Rest

• Dinner at an eatery or a closeby cafe to a Kudle Beach.

7:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Yana Caves

• In Yana Caves you will witness stunning limestone formations Distance is approx 50 Kms. Trek to Bhairaveshwara Shikhara and Mohini Shikhara.
  • Entry Fee: Free (₹20 parking).

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM: Mirjan Fort

• Go to Mirjan Fort, 20 km from Gokarna. This historical site is fantastic for photography and history lovers.
  • Entry Fee: Free

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Lunch at a Local Dhaba

• Stop by an authentic South Indian meal at a roadside dhaba (₹100).

3:00 PM: Departure

• Visit a local market for souvenirs, depending on your schedule and then leave.