Beach Trek: A Unique Nature Experience!
Looking for something different to do in nature? This medium-difficulty beach trek is the perfect adventure! Picture this: waves crashing onto colorful rocks, golden sand underfoot, and stunning views as you climb small hills. Add to that a ferry ride, camping on the beach, and sleeping under the stars—it’s truly magical. You might even spot dolphins if you’re lucky!
About the Kumta-Gokarna Trek
This trail runs along the scenic Konkan Railway route, connecting over 10 pristine and quiet beaches in northern Karnataka. These untouched beaches are rarely crowded, with only a few shacks catering to beach lovers.
The journey starts in Kumta and takes you through breathtaking spots like:
- Vannali Beach
- Kadle Beach
- Nirvana Beach
- Paradise Beach
- Half-Moon Beach
- Om Beach
The trek ends in Gokarna, home to the famous Shiva Temple.
Trek Details
- Difficulty Level: Medium
- Duration: 2 days
- Distance: 15 km total
- Water: Carry 2 full bottles, as shops or water outlets are limited along the way.
Your luggage, including sleeping bags and tents, will be transported in a vehicle. You only need to carry a small daypack for essentials like water, snacks, and a cap. Make sure to pack your belongings in two separate bags—one for the vehicle (locked) and another to carry during the trek.
Cost Options
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Mumbai to Mumbai:
- ₹4,499 per person (Sleeper Coach Train)
- ₹8,999 per person (AC Train*)
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Kumta to Gokarna:
- ₹3,499 per person (Train Ticket Not Included)
Note: AC train tickets depend on availability. If unavailable, Sleeper Coach tickets will be provided, and the difference refunded within 3-5 working days.
Day 0 - Friday Night
09:30 pm Meet the Trikon Team at CST and catch 12133/Mangalore Superfast Express for overnight journey
11:00 pm Pune Participants can board the train from Panvel Station
Day 1 - Saturday
09:00 am Reach Kumta, breakfast near the station
10:00 am Catch a bus to Kumta Beach
11:00 am Start the hike through number of beaches
12:00 pm Packed lunch on the way
04:00 pm Reach Belekan Beach, freshen up, set up camp for the night
08:00 pm Bonfire fun & games
Sleep under the stars in your sleeping bag or you also have the option to use the tents. Please carry sheets to be used in the tent at night if you don’t have a sleeping bag.
Day 2 - Sunday
06:00 am Wake up to the sight of the rising sun over the sea, freshen up
08:00 am Enjoy breakfast and chai
08:30 am Start the trek to Gokarna through Paradise, Half-Moon Beach, Om Beach
\03:00 pm Reach Gokarna Beach, enjoy lunch at a nearby hotel
05:30 pm Proceed towards Gokarna Road Station
06:38 pm Catch 12620/Matsyagandha Express from Gokarna Road Station
Day 3 - Monday
05:53 am Reach Thane Station
06:35 am Reach LTT Station.
Please Note : AC Tickets is depend on the availability , Incase for any reason we are not able to provide AC tickets , then we will provide you confirmed sleeper coach train tickets and difference in fare will be refunded back to your account in 3-5 working days.
What is included in the tour
- Non-AC Sleeper train tickets Mumbai-Kumta and Gokarna-Mumbai
- Food- 2 breakfast, 2 lunch, 1 dinner
- Triple Sharing Tented Accommodation at Beach camp
- Local transport at Kumta and Gokarna
- Trikon expertise charges
- Vehicles to carry your luggage
- 5% GST
Please Note : AC Tickets is depend on the availability , Incase for any reason we are not able to provide AC tickets , then we will provide you confirmed sleeper coach train tickets and difference in fare will be refunded back to your account in 3-5 working days.
What is NOT included in the tour
- Food ordered in train journey
- Any personal expenses such as soft drinks etc.
- Anything other than above mentioned inclusion
- Hike through more than 10 pristine beaches along the Arabian Sea coast
- Ferry ride across the Aghanashini River
- Camp on a beach and sleep under the stars
- Enjoy local cuisine especially cooked for you
- Bonfire fun & games at night
- Witness gorgeous sunset and sunrise by the sea
- 3 ltrs water
- Camera (Optional)
- Energy Powder or Glucon D powder
- Snacks & Biscuits
- Extra Pair of Clothes
- Clean napkin or small towel
- Cap, sunglasses, scarf, sunscreen etc.
- Haversack or Backpack (No sling bags)
- Sleeping bag or bed sheet
- Please carry medicines if you need any
- Hand Sanitizer
- Identity Card
Railway Ticket Rules and Regulations
- We at T Trikon, Provide some of our tour packages with Train Tickets. We Use official Agent portals of IRCTC to book tickets. All the rules regarding Booking and Refund are governed by IRCTC only.
- As per rules bookings for the respective dates open 60 days in Advance, In order to get confirmed tickets it is advised to book your seat as early as possible.
- If Tickets are In RAC or Waitlist, We use previous data and some IRCTC partner apps to predict the confirmation chances and book accordingly.
- We cannot guarantee any Specific seats or Berths (Like Window seat or lower berth) since Seats are allotted by IRCTC algorithm and we have no control over it.
- If you are keen on having specific seats or berths, make sure to book well in Advance.
- Different PNRs may have seats located in Different coaches as per IRCTC Algorithm and we cannot guarantee all seats together in case of bigger group.
- For Bookings done after tickets are heavily waitlisted; to get confirmed seats we will book seats in Tatkal or Premium Tatkal Quota. In such case you’ll have to pay additional amount at actuals with agent charges.