Yearning for a beach vacation? Then why head to Goa, when you can visit the underrated stunning beaches of Karnataka? Dotted with blue azure beaches surrounded by palm groves, the coastal state is the perfect place to lay down your hair, and enjoy the beach vacation of your dreams. So, read on to know 5 lesser-known beaches of Karnataka that will remind you of Bali.
1. Kudle Beach
Gokarna, Goa’s twin sister is a beach town that’s known for its beautiful beaches and pristine temples. Kudle beach in Gokarna is a wonderful beach to tune out of the hustle-bustle of the city and tune into oneself. A perfect beach to seek seclusion from the mob, Kudle Beach offers you the chance to camp at night in bamboo huts and beach shacks.
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2. Kodi Beach
Nestled 4 km away from the coastal town, Kundapur, Kodi Beach is the place where the river Suvarna joins the Arabian sea. It’s known as one of the most exotic beaches in Karnataka. Kodi Beach houses a small port for fisheries. You can drink their famous toddy and gorge on freshly prepared seafood dishes. Tourists can hitch boat rides to explore the nearby mangroves and enjoy the picturesque sunset views.
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3. Devbagh Beach
Devbagh beach is a paradise on earth. Catering to nature lovers, this pristine beach is the very spot where the river Kali meets the Arabian Sea. Surrounded by lush green mountains, and visited by white seagulls, Devbagh beach beckons you to leave your worries aside and let the calm blue waters wash away your stresses of the day. Click Insta-worthy pictures and create cherishable memories here.
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4. Hoode Beach
One of the most well-maintained beaches in Udupi, Hoode Beach is located at Bengre around 20 kms from Udupi. Visitors come to this isolated beach for its stunning sunsets and sunrises and to lounge on the clean sands, sipping drinks and spending quality time with family and friends. For those who love to surf, or want to try it out, there is a surf club too where visitors can entertain themselves. This is one of the best beaches in Udupi for surfing, as even though the seas are rough during the monsoon season and are considered to be too dangerous for swimming, they attract lots of surfers.
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5. Mattu Beach
Mattu Beach located 12 km away from the coastal city of Udupi, remains largely hidden away from the rest of India. Ths secret abode is popular among locals as great sunrise and sunset spot. The swaying coconut trees, glowing waters caused by bioluminescence algae and the special eggplant, mattu gulla cooked here are enough reasons for you to plan a beach vacation to Mattu Beach right away.