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Karwar is categorised as Beachside / Getaways


Karwar Beach

Reasons to Visit
  • Karwar is a seaside coastal town situated at the point where the Kali River meets Arabian Sea.
  • Karwar lies 15 kilometers South of the Goa - Karnataka border.
  • Karwar has a good stretch of idyllic beaches and offers stay on two islands located just off its coast i.e. Kurumgad and Devbagh.
  • Karwar has a strong naval base and has few resorts overlooking either the coast or River Kali.
  • Karwar is visited as an idyllic beach getaway
Recommendations
  • Scuba Diving Destinations on Mainland India"Islands around coastline off Karwar are good dive sites having a visibility that is good for beginners and those who would like to do it as one off activity. Dive sites are within easy reach off the Devbagh resort by speedboat "
  • Beach and Backwater Destinations of India"Karwar (80 kms from Dabolim Airport) is home to some Island like resorts, idyllic beaches and a riverside area formed by Kali River meeting Arabian sea. Dolphin rides, watersports and many activities are conducted here for getaway seekers."
  • Stopover Destinations on Goa - Mangalore highway"Karwar (100 kms from Panjim) is an offbeat beach getaway and popular Luncheon stopover on Goa - Mangalore route."
  • Airports and Access Points for Destinations in Karnataka"Karwar Railway Station is a popular access point for beach getaways of Karwar, Ankola and Gokarna."
  • Idyllic Beach Destinations in Coastal Karnataka"Karwar lies on the Nothern tip of Coastal Karnataka and renowned for Island type beach resort (Devbagh and Kurumgad) that are excellent for offbeat travellers. Karwar offers boat rides in Kali River, watersports and idyllic beaches that are good for a walk and swim."
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Karwar has 3 Hotels approved and listed with Nivalink

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3 verified holiday itineraries are listed for Karwar

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Getaway (1-3 nights)1
Short Break (4-6 nights)2

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List of Holidays for Karwar

Getaway

  • Karwar Beach Getaway (2 Nights)

Short Break

  • Dandeli - Karwar Break (4 Nights)
  • Dandeli - Karwar Break with Wildernest (6 Nights)

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Karwar has 2 Transport services that can be booked online. Click here for reviewing and booking them.

Airport Pickup or Drop

ServicesRates Starting From
Pickup/Drop between Dabolim Airport and KarwarRs. 3334

Railway Station Pickup or Drop

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Pickup/Drop between Madgaon Railway Station and KarwarRs. 2582

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Destination Ideas

  • Holiday Ideas Goa plus Something else
  • Karnataka in Monsoon
  • Off-beat getaways in Coastal Karnataka

Stay Ideas

  • Devbagh Island Getaway

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  • Places to Visit
    NameDescriptionCategorySub-CategoryDistance(Kms)
    Karwar beach lies just off NH-17 and at 1 km from town centre. Its an idyllic beach that is well visited by locals and tourists to Karwar.
    View Point
    Sea or Ocean or Beach
    1
  • Excursion
    NameDescriptionCategorySub-CategoryDistance(Kms)
    The Mahabaleshwar Temple, Gokarna is a Hindu temple located in Gokarna, a Hindu religious pilgrimage centre. The temple is considered as pious as the Shiva temple at Varanasi and hence is known as the Dakshin Kasi. Guests also visit Sri Maha Ganpati Temple, a Lord Ganesha temple within the Mahabaleshwar Temple premises which is also known as Sidda Ganapati. Devotees usually take bath in the Kotiteerth pond before they visit the Mahabaleshwar Temple for worship.
    Temple or Holy Place
    Lord Shiva
    58
    Murudeshwar Beach is characterised by a huge towering statue of Lord Shiva, part of the Murudeshwar temple complex. It is the third highest statue of Lord Shiva in the world. This is build on a rock face and is nothing short of a man made wonder. The temple adjacent to the statue is also equally imposing that includes a 20-storied 237 ft tall Gopura.
    Temple or Holy Place
    Lord Shiva
    118

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  • Panjim ( 107 Km )

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  • Dandeli ( 110 Km )

    Dandeli is a tropical rain forest located on the northern tip of Karnataka adjacent to Goa Border, more

  • North Goa ( 115 Km )

    “North Goa” as its referred comprises Baga-Calangute-Candolim-Sinquerim, all different ends to a more

  • Anjuna ( 123 Km )

    Anjuna and Vagator are hamlets that are opted for a quiet time away from crowd and buzz that Baga more

  • Vengurla ( 165 Km )

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  • Dharwad ( 174 Km )

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  • Bhogwe ( 200 Km )

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  • Amboli ( 200 Km )

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  • Tarkarli ( 210 Km )

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  • Gadag ( 224 Km )

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  • Kalasa ( 325 Km )

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  • Anegundi ( 326 Km )

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Localities
Locality NameDescriptionSuitable ForHotels (Nos)
DevbaghAn island like formation off Karwar mainland at 5 minute boatride away.Getaway1
Hankon VillageA Kali riverside area 10 kms from KarwarGetaway-
KurumgadAn independent island off Karwar mainland at 20 minutes boatride away.Getaway1
Majali villageAn idyllic beach with Fishermans village feelGetaway-
Sadashiv Gad Toll NakaNH-17 is the coastal highway and Sadashivgad toll naka is situated 5 kms from railway station and right at the point where bridge on Kali River starts.Transit/Getaway1
ShirwadShirwad is a countryside location at a few kms from Karwar.Getaway-
Nearest Airport in Karwar
  • Dabolim Airport ( GOI ) , Dabolim-98 Kms
Railway Stations in Karwar
  • Karwar ( KAWR ), Karwar
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