Maravanthe Beach, Kundapura

Maravanthe is a beach near Kundapura, Karnataka, India.

A panorama shot of the beach by CLINTON D'SOUZA

One of Karnataka's most beautiful beaches. It is about 55 kilometers (34 mi) from Udupi.

NH-66 runs right next to the beach and the Suparnika River flows on the other side of the road, creating a spectacular scenery and considered only one of its kind in India.

The river Souparnika, which almost touches Arabian Sea here, makes a U turn and goes eastward to join the Sea only after a journey of more than 10 kilometers (6.2 mi), which is a geological wonder.

Maravanthe is a seaside town close to the temple town of Kollur and Kodachadri hills.

On town’s west coast, NH 66 sails on with Arabian Sea on one side and the Sauparnika River on the other. The national highway is so situated that it divides the sea and the river. Kodachadri Hills forms a mountainous setting. The national highway is around only 100 meters away from the shore.

Maravanthe is a harbor-city and attracts tourists because of its beautiful scenery. During sunsets, a crimson sky & golden rays beams both in the sea and river convinces Maravanthe into a fantasy world of scenic beauty.

The beaches of Maravanthe is an ideal place for a quiet vacation with family. One can be cut off from the outside world when at Maravanthe.

The Sauparnika river can be used for boating and in summer the water in the river is only two feet deep making it possible to walk down the river.

The exquisite Maravanthe beach at Maravanthe lures a lot of tourists because of its never ending stretch of golden sand and persuading palm trees.
 

Maravanthe experiences warm summers and cool winters. Medium rainfall occurs during the months between June and August. The months between September and March are the best time to visit the beach. The starting of summers and the period following monsoons are suitable for swimming.

Water based activities such as snorkeling and scuba diving can be done at the beach of Maravanthe. Trekking is available in the Kodachadri Hills. Boat cruises can be taken on the Sowparnika River. Travelers can also take a bath in the medicinal river and visit the several temples on its banks.

Tourists visiting this place can also visit the nearby Kanchugodu fishing village. Another place to visit is a tiny village, Baindur, which is at a distance of about 45 km from Maravanthe. This village is popular because of its beach and sunset views. Not very far from this place is Ottinane, which has a rocky overhanging cliff, often referred to as Sunset Point. Another attraction at a short distance from this place is the Belaka Theertha Falls.

Fast Facts:

State: Karnataka
District: Udupi
Famous for/as: Beaches
Languages: Kundapra Kannada
Best Season: Throughout the year
Weather: Summer 22-40°C, Winter 12-33°C
Altitude: 0 m
Pin code: 576224

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