Overview
Situated by the Konkan Railway route, the trail between Kumta and Gokarna connects more than 10 clean and beautiful beaches on the northern tip of Karnataka. We Start the trail at Kumta, walk through Vannali Beach, Kadle Beach, Nirvana Beach, Paradise Beach, Half-Moon Beach and Om Beach to name a few. Murudeshwara is a temple town in Bhatkala Taluk, North Canara district in Coastal Karnataka. The temple complex is famous for its tall Shiva statue which is around 37 m high and is the tallest Shiva statue in India. The temple gopura at 237 ft is the 2nd tallest in India. Honnavara is a port town in Coastal Karnataka known for its beautiful landscapes, backwaters and rich history. * Join us for an amazing trip to Gokarna. Exclusively for 18 - 36yrs
Itinerary
DAY 1
Our adventure begins with our departure from Mumbai, where we gather at LTT, Thane, or Panvel Railway Station. After meeting the team, we board the 12133 Mangaluru Exp.
For those coming from Pune, you will arrive in Mumbai by bus, train, or cab and join the group to board the train to Kumta.
DAY 2
We arrive in Kumta around 11 AM and head straight to Murudeshwar. After checking in and freshening up, we visit the iconic Murudeshwar Temple.
Following breakfast, we head to Honnavar for a serene experience of mangroves and backwater boating. After returning, we check into our hotel and enjoy a lively evening with stories, music, and dance, making for a fun night.(AC room with Breakfast & Dinner)
DAY 3
Following breakfast, we set out for a beach trek that covers Belekan Beach, Paradise Beach, Half Moon Beach, and Om Beach. A late lunch awaits us at a renowned café, where we savor local flavors.
After relaxing on the beach and watching the sunset, we drive to Gokarna town for some souvenir shopping. We return to the hotel to celebrate New Year’s Eve with a small but memorable celebration.
DAY 4
After a vibrant night, we drive to the Yana Caves, known for their striking natural formations. If time permits, we also visit Vibhooti Falls. We then head back to Kumta to board our return train,either Train No.12620, concluding our journey with a wealth of new experiences.
DAY 5
We arrive back at Thane by 6:00 AM approx, concluding our memorable journey filled with new friends and enriching experiences.
For those traveling from Pune, you will board your return train, bringing an end to a remarkable adventure.
Dates
- 29th Dec - 2nd Jan
Rates
- 10999/- Mumbai to Mumbai
- 11999/- Pune to Pune
- 14999/- AC Trains to & fro Mumbai(depending on availability)
- You can register by paying 4000/- pp via UPI, Debit/Credit Card, NEFT, Bank Transfer(Please Click on BOOK NOW button below for Payment details)
Notes
1. BALANCE PAYMENT HAS TO CLEARED ATLEAST 15 DAYS PRIOR TO THE TRIP. UPON FAILING TO PAY, YOUR REGISTERATION WILL BE CANCELLED WITHOUT ANY REFUND OR TRANSFER
2. Post Booking WhatsApp groups for further updates will be created 1 Week before the departure. Please avoid calls unless urgent. For any queries you can drop a WhatsApp message
3. Avoid wearing precious Jewellery while trekking, as Trekkers United won’t be responsible for any losses for the same.
4. Swimming in the deep water is strictly prohibited.
5. Trip schedule is subject change/delay due to unavoidable circumstances like Vehicle break down, Extreme rush, overall group speed and Trekkers United is not responsible for the delay.
6. Consuming liquor or any kind of Alcoholic substance is prohibited. Carrying any kind of substance that’s illegal is not allowed. Smoking is strictly not allowed.
7. Cancellation of the trip or of any location due to reasons out of our control like natural calamities or man made incidents like strikes and change in state rules won’t be our responsibility. The participants will be liable to bear cost on any such incidents.
8. The company vehicle will only be responsible for travel from stay to the locations and back to our stays. Any travel beyond that will be chargeable if we are managing it for you all.
9. Sightseeing of all the places depends on various factors like weather, train delay, vehicle breakdown, punctuality of everyone, peak season rush & we or any of our team member will not be responsible.
10.If Train tickets are in RAC/Waiting, there will be extra charge of 600 - 800/- per person & 90% gurantee of the confirmed Tatkal Tickets
11. Mode of Transport like Train/Bus Etc can be changed with change in time & boarding/dropping point depending on the availibility without any prior notice to Participants
12.Management won't be held responsible if you are stuck due to heavy rains, traffic jams, personal emergencies or floods during the event & you miss our bus/train.
13. Rock Climbing, Rappelling, Trekking, or any outdoor adventure activity is potentially risky. For all these events, you are at your own risk. Organizers are not responsible for any accident or compensation in whatsoever manner.
Inclusions & Exlusions
What is included in this tour
- Sleeper train travel to & fro Mumbai - Kumta.
- Private Transport throughout the Journey
- Comfortable 2N AC Accommodation Hotel/dormitory stay in Gokarna.
- Freshup rooms at Murudeshwar on sharing basis (4/5)
- Pure Veg/Jain Full course 3 Breakfast, 2 Dinner with local taste of meals.
- All entry fees & permits for locations mentioned in the Itinerary.
- First aid kit & medical assistance.
- Our expert Trip leader who is going to be cherry on top to make sure you have amazing experiences with fun games & best service.
- Upto 1000/- Cap amount for Mumbai - Pune to & fro Train/Bus/ Cab
- Boating in Sharavathi river at Honnavar Gokarna beach Trek expertise covering Belekan beach - Paradise beach - Half moon beach - Om beach.
What is not included in this tour
- Any kind of personal Expenses.
- Insurance.
- Meals during the Train & Lunches are excluded as we will be trying cafe’s & local food at one of the famous one’s in the region
- Additional costs due to road blocks or due to any unforeseen or unavoidable circumstances.
- Any thing not mentioned in the Inclusion.
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Things to Carry
- 1 ltr water bottle
- Camera (Optional)
- Snacks & Biscuits
- 2 -3 Pairs of Clothes
- Clean napkin or small towel
- Cap, sunglasses, scarf, sunscreen etc.
- Haversack or Backpack ( no big trolley’s) Small trolley will work
- Shawl or Blanket for Train
- Please carry medicines if you need any
- Hand Sanitizer
- Identity Card/Aadhar card soft copy
- Windcheater/poncho/Umbrella
- Please do Carry Food during Train Travelling.
FAQ
1) Is Gokarna Backpacking Trek or Lesuire Trip?
- It is a lesuire trip with little adventures, small Treks to reach the beaches.
2) What is the Group Size?
- Group size is usually around 15 - 20
3) What is the Age Group for this Trip?
- 16 - 36 Yrs Only
Refund & Cancellation Policy
Before 45 Days - 50% Refund on the Registration amount.
45 - 30 Days - No Refund on Registration
30 - 20 Days - 25% Refund on Full Amount
20 - 10 Days - 10% Refund on Full Amount
After 10 Days - No Refund
1. Cancellation charge is applied on total trip cost, not on any partial or token amounts. E.g. if you paid 10,000 for a 25000 trip, 2 months in advance and decide to cancel a trip less than 30 days before trip start date, the cancellation charge will be applied on 25000, not 10,000.
2. Full Payment of the trip cost must be completed 30 before the trip begins. Pending Payments may eventually lead to the cancellation of the trip.
3. None of the amount is transferrable to any other trip or treks & no credit notes
will be given.
4. If the Trip is cancelled from our end, Minimal 7% amount will be deducted & for the remaining amount a Credit Note will be Provided to use on any other Treks & Trips.(No Cash Refund)
5. In Case of Trip Extension due to Weather or any unforseen conditions, Indivdual will have to pay 2500/- Cash Per Day to the Trip Leader on Spot.
6. Itinerary is subject to change without any prior notice due to Weather Condition or any other unavoidable reasons & Its the Trip Leaders Call we value everyone’s safety over the Trip.
7. Cancellation of the trip or of any location due to reasons out of our control like natural calamities or man made incidents like strikes and change in state rules won’t be our responsibility. The participants will be liable to bear cost on any such incidents.
8. The company vehicle will only be responsible for travel from stay to the locations and back to our stays. Any travel beyond that will be chargeable if we are managing it for you all.
9. Sightseeing of all the places depends on various factors like weather, train delay, vehicle breakdown, punctuality of everyone, peak season rush & we or any of our team member will not be responsible.
10. If Train tickets are in RAC/Waiting, there will be extra charge of 600 - 800/-
per person & 90% guarantee of the confirmed Tatkal Tickets.
11. Mode of Transport like Train/Bus Etc can be changed depending upon the availiblity with change in time & boarding/dropping point depending on the availibility without any prior notice to Participants.
12. The photos/videos content created on Trekkers United’s trip (by our leaders)
is the property of Trekkers United and can only be used by us for advertising across media platforms. None of the digital content can be used by anyone for advertising/commercialuse without obtaining the rightful permissions by Trekkers United.
13. The IDs shall all be verified before boarding. No boarding shall be entertained without avalid Govt. ID.
14. Travelers must take care of their luggage & belongings. The management shall not be responsible for any damage or any missing items along the tour.
15. Our time of departure is fixed and the travelers must depart by the stated time & keep their status updated with the trip coordinator(s). Anyone missing the transport shall not be eligible for any refunds.
16. In case of injury/illness occurring to a participant during the tour, external evacuation/ transport services may need to be engaged safeguarding the health of the participant. In such a case any additional cost arising from making such arrangements will have to be borne by the concerned participant/participant’s family.
17. Only one offer or credit can be used at a time; multiple offers or credits cannot be combined simultaneously.