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Gokarna Karnataka, a piece of heaven for beach lovers

Gokarna trek 

Housing the pristine waters of the Arabian Sea, Gokarna is a small seaside village in the state of Karnataka. The village that attracts thousands of pilgrims, is now on the list of destinations for nature lovers and trekkers worldwide. With nine clean beaches and five different beach trek trails, Gokarna is an adventure of its own genre. Gokarna has its part in the epic of Ramayana, the temple of Mahabaleshwar is one of the main attractions. Overflowing with the rich culture and traditions of the coastal side of Karnataka, Gokarna has it all. 

While the bustling shops keep the tourists occupied with Mystics, the gallant Humpback dolphins gallop the silent seas. Untouched waters, traditional heritage, and culture, and exquisite cuisine are some of the factors that attract tourists worldwide to Gokarna. 

 Apart from crystal clear waters and clean shores lined with beach shacks, Gokarna’s beaches have hiking trails connecting them. The adventure of trekking accompanied by a front-row seat for the action of the wild Arabian Sea. From sandy, rocky, and hillside, Gokarna has all types of beaches. Each of these beaches has its unique perspective of the Arabian Sea. Let us now explore these enchanting beaches and magical paths connecting them.  

 The Gokarna beach 

This is the main beach and gets its name from the town. This beach has been the site for a holy dip before visiting the Mahabaleshwar temple situated near it. The pleasant waters of this beach facilitate surfing. Here the diversity of yoga enthusiasts using the divine vibes and trekkers preparing for their adventure goes along just fine. As the pilgrims finish their dips and head towards the holy shrine, the adventurers gather to conquer heights. The sun rises to accommodate activities such as jet skiing, yoga, snorkeling, etc. Being the closest to the town, the Gokarna beach is also a starting point for five different trek trails. Each of these magical trails ending at magnificent destinations like Half Moon beach, Paradise beach, Om beach, Kudle beach, rock climbing, and Dolphin point visit. 

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 The paradise beach 

As the name states perfectly blends all exotic features of nature. With beach shacks scattered on these shores and timely interruption crabs, paradise beach is indeed one. Maintaining the diversity of nature’s un-threaded waters that are guarded by aged rocks, it is a sight that lasts generations. Accessible from both Half-moon beach and Om beach, it can be reached either by speeding boats or a stroll alongside the big blues. Due to the abundance of rocks on its shores, it facilitates a good stage for activities such as photography and swimming.  

 The Half-moon beach

Known for its Crescent shape, the Half-moon beach is one of the other attractions. Crescent shores of this beach accompanied by boulders gives a complete description of the wild Arabian sea. Gushing water slowly crawls its way towards its delicate shores. Of multiple tracking trails, the one from Half-moon beach to the Om beach is one of the most adventurous of them all. The trail passes through dense vegetation, marshy stroll ways, steep heights all accompanied by the majestic ocean overlooking it. This is a small trail that takes about twenty minutes to complete. The destination on the other hand is a celebratory welcome to the ones who reach it.  

 The Om beach

Famously known for the Hindu symbol of “Om” shaped shores. Being one of the popular beaches, the Om beach is an unending festival. The perfect harmony of calm nature and energetic humans. The natural structures present around this beach make it ideal for trekking. 

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The atmosphere field with the pure energy of nature and graceful waves add to the serenity. Activities like boating, beach Valley, rock climbing, and others as such can be found on these shores.  Apart from the glance at the majestic dolphins, Om beach has multiple trekking trails. 

The most adventurous trail that starts here is the one that leads to the Kudle beach. The path comprises unique ways to reach the destination. One of the parts involves traveling by boat that takes hardly a few minutes, while the other wades through Sandy beaches, mushy wetlands, and gullies of the fishermen huts. From thick vegetation, sturdy boulders to sandy beaches this trail is a gem.

 

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