Have you ever wondered why there is so much hype about Goa? I would say it's because of the beaches, parties, and fun! But what if you can go to a much more peaceful version of Goa with many more beaches? Wouldn't it be the absolute best? Gokarna, a town on the Arabian sea in Karnataka has plenty of beautiful beaches that one can discover as they go on a long trek! If you are someone who loves fun, pack your bags and explore the beaches that we have given on this list!

Located close to the pristine beach, this is one of the most picturesque destinations in the whole of Gokarna. Would you love to see a dolphin on the beach? If yes, you must definitely visit here! But, the catch is that Boating is the only possible way of transportation to this beach so don't forget to get the number of the boat driver.
 
Location: Belleken Village, Gokarna Road
Best time to do: November to March
Duration: 1-2 hours
Activities: Boating and Frisbee

Glittering sands, beautiful view, and clean beach. What a perfect combination would it be if sunset is also involved? If what you are looking for is a small but private getaway, don't forget to visit this beach! Forming an integral part of the Alvekodi Village, you can also see the village on the tour!
 
Location: Alvekodi Beach., Kumta Town
Best time to do: November to March
Duration: 2-3 hours
Activities: Visiting the old lighthouse

The Best Part of Gokarna is the most beautiful, clean beaches and the less number of tourists. For someone who wants to spend some private time, away from all the hustle-bustle of the cities, you should not miss a chance and come here right away! Our list will serve as a guide to take you to the most amazing beaches out there in Gokarna.

One of the most famous sites of Gokarna, the Gokarna beach has all the elements of fun that you might want to try. Do you love water sports like surfing, jet-skiing, or snorkeling? All of it is available here. Also, being nearby to Mahabaleshwar Temple, pilgrims often take their first dip here before visiting the temple. Oh, and for the trek that we mentioned above, this is the point you can begin from!
 
Location: Gorkana Village Ankola
Best Time to Do: October to March
Duration: 3-4 hoursivities: &nbsp;Yoga, surfing, jet ski, banana boat, snorkeling, and trekking

Well, we kind of know why it is called the Om beach right? It has the shape of Om in the Devanagiri script. Plenty of Activities and the beauty of the place is what stand out here! Banana rides, Jetski, Trekking, and yes, spotting Dolphins in the middle of Om beach is what you can expect here. As a tourist, you can either just chill on the beach and have nice food from the cafes or go out there and do all the water sports!
 
Location: Om Beach, Gokarna, Karnataka
Best time to do it: November to March
Duration: 3- 4 hours
Activities: Jetski, trekking, trekking, swimming

Just as Om beach got its name from the shape of Om, Half- moon beach has its name because of the shape it is in. Well, remember about the Trek you could do right from Gokarna beach? Half-moon beach is one of the beaches on the way to your trek. Seeing a beach is one thing but seeing a beach in the middle of lush forests is a whole new feeling. There are also plenty of activities that you can do including swimming, trekking, paddle boats, etc.
 
Location: Half Moon Beach, Gokarna
Best time to do: November to March
Duration: 3-4 hours
Activities: Swimming, kayaking, paddle boats, trekking.

Who doesn't love a stunning view of the beach along with the sunset? We all would love to give up work and go visit such a place. For foreigners and for others, who would love to spend a quiet day at the beach, this is the go-to place. Being close to Om beach and Gokarna beach, one can get the complete feel of all these beaches in the trek that they undertake. Well, if you love to swim and dive, don't miss your visit to this beach!
 
Location: Kudle Beach Rd, Gokarna
Best time to do: &nbsp;November to February&nbsp;
Duration: 3-4 hours
Activities: Swim, dive, trek

Stretching at a length of 150m, this is fondly known as the full moon beach. One can reach this beach either by taking a motorboat or by trekking from half-moon beach. While on your trek, all you see will be beaches, but each one of them shines on its own. It is an ideal destination for camping and swimming&nbsp;
 
Location: Gokarna, Karnataka
Best time to do: November to March
Duration: 2-3 hours
Activities: Swimming and Trekking

Who doesn't love a secluded place? If that is your idea of chilling, then Nirvana beach is the best option. You rarely find people here as it is a little off-beaten. Travellers are advised to carry water and food if you are planning to rest there as there are no facilities from the same. Due to the absence of lifeguards, you must avoid going in deep
 
Location: Gokarna, Karnataka
Best time to do: October to March
Duration: 2-3 hours
Activities: Swimming and trekking

Located 10 km from the Kumta bus stand, this is one of the cleanest beaches you will find! It falls on the way to the trek from Kirki to Gokarna. Encircled by Hillocks on either side, the beach also has some boulders in the middle. For someone who wants to get the feel of a private beach, you must definitely visit this beach!
 
Location: Baad Beach, Gudeangadi.
Best time to do: November to February.
Duration: 1-2 hours
Activities: Beach volleyball, badminton, boat ride

Offering a spectacular view and being one of the cleanest beaches, this should be on your list if you are someone who loves camping. Who doesn't love a clean beach? We all do! And the best part is, we are getting to rest on a beach like this for free! If you are interested in photography, you can also visit the small cliff hill for beautiful pictures!
 
Location: Small Hell Beach, Gokarna
Best time to do: November to February.
Duration: 2-3 hours
Activities: Trekking, swimming, camping

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