Gokarna Backpacking – Holi Special
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Overview
Gokarna is emerging as a popular destination for travellers for its serene unspoiled beaches and spiritual yet cool vibes. This place provides the best mix of Goa and Rishikesh vibe. Combine this with visit to the world’s second tallest Shiva statue. Voila, now we have a perfect backpacking trip!
Murudeshwar is a scenic coastal town overlooking the Arabian Sea and home to the world’s second tallest Shiva statue.
We take Amazing boat journey through Honnavar backwaters.
Sprawling beaches, the bliss of nature, the tranquility of countryside areas, and the mélange of cultures attract travelers and hippies from around the world to Gokarna. We will be exploring the best of what it has to offer.
So let’s forget all our worries and have time of our lives at Gorgeous Gokarna with Wandering Souls.
Cost:
- Per Person (Ex-Gokarna) - ₹8,999/-
- Per Person with Sleeper Train Tickets (Ex-Mumbai) - ₹9,999/-
- Per Person with 3AC Train Tickets (Ex-Mumbai) - ₹13,999/-
Please Note: AC ticket is subject to availability. In case we are unable to provide AC tickets for any reason, we will offer you confirmed sleeper coach train tickets instead, and the difference in fare will be refunded to your account within 3-5 working days.
If your travel dates differ or you’d like this journey tailored just for you, head to our custom trip page:
Included/Excluded
- Train Travel to and from Mumbai (Sleeper Class)
- All internal transportation in Private Vehicle
- 2 Night stay on Triple sharing Basis
- Breakfast on Day 2, Day 3 & Day 4
- Dinner on Day 2 & Day 3
- Entrance fees to all places listed in the itinerary
- All permits
- Post & Pre Trip Support
- Memories of a lifetime
- Meals during Train Travel
- Lunch on all Days
- Any shopping or personal expense
- Tips to hotel/camp staff and driver
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
Tour Plan
Day 1 - Leave for Gokarna | Overnight Train Journey
- Meet Team Wandering Souls and your fellow travellers at LTT (Lokmanya Tilak Terminus)
- Train departure towards Murudeshwar at 3:20 PM
- You may also board the train from Thane or Panvel, as per convenience
Day 2 - Temple Trails to Coastal Tales
- Freshen up and get ready for an early start
- 5:50 AM – Depart for a divine visit to Murudeshwar Temple
- Witness the world’s tallest Shiva statue 🕉️
- Enjoy a delicious breakfast (free-to-order system) ☕🍽️
- Head to Honnavar for an unforgettable mangrove forest backwaters boating experience 🚤🌿
- Leave immediately for Gokarna
- 2:00 PM – Check in to the resort and take some well-earned rest
- Evening beach outing to soak in a stunning Gokarna sunset 🌅
- Return to the stay for dinner, fun & games 🎉
Day 3 - Beach Hopping & Sunset Chasing
- Wake up to the calm vibes of Gokarna
- Walk to the local market for breakfast and explore the colorful flea market 🛍️☕
- Set out for the ultimate trek + beach-hopping experience
- Cover the iconic trail: Belekan Beach → Paradise Beach → Half Moon Beach → Om Beach 🥾🏖️
- Unwind at a cozy beach café at Kudle Beach ☕🌴
- Optional adventures: kayaking, wave-crashing fun, swimming and more 🚣♂️🌊
- Soak in a picture-perfect sunset by the sea 🌅
- Return to the stay by 9:30 PM
- Wrap up the day with dinner and relaxed vibes
Day 4 - A Colorful Farewell to the Coast
- Wake up around 7:30 AM
- Enjoy a leisurely breakfast to kickstart the day ☕🍳
- Celebrate Holi with colors, music, and festive energy 🎨🎉
- Check out from the hotel after the celebrations
- Stop en route to visit the historic Mirjan Fort 🏰
- Take a break for a delicious local lunch 🍽️
- Proceed to the railway station
- Board the train for your journey back to Mumbai, carrying memories and colors with you
Day 5 - Reach Mumbai
The train rolls into LTT at 6:40 AM, bringing you back to the bustling city, yet your heart still dances with the echoes of the coast.
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Things to Carry
- Water Bottles
- A small day pack
- Cap, sunglasses
- Camera, Binoculars (Optional)
- Personal care stuff, ORS, medicines which you require usually
- Mosquito repellent
- Ready to eat food like biscuits, dry fruits etc.
- Enerzyl Powder or Glucon D powder
FAQs
What is the stay like in Gokarna?
We will be staying in baech sid hotel on Triple/Quad sharing basis. A Male will be sharing room with another Male. Female will share with female. You can opt for Double sharing by Paying Extra
What type of food will I get in Gokarna?
We will be having our Breakfast and Dinner at our stay. For lunch we will be exploring restaurants and cafes of the Gokarna who serve different cuisines.
Can I come alone?
Yes, many of our participants are solo travellers.
Is it safe for a female solo traveller?
It is completely safe for a female solo traveller as our representatives will be there with you all the time. Moreover, most of our events have 60% female participation.
What if I have a medical emergency?
We will carry first aid kit with us. The coordinators will be first aid certified. If the problem increases, we will quickly get you to closest medical attention possible.
What is the group size?
The group size will be around 6-18 travellers
Payment
Payment Options:
- UPI - wsouls@ybl
- Online through payment gateway - Click Book Now (3.5% transaction charges)
Payment Terms:
- You can book you seat by paying ₹5000 advance
- The remaining amount has to be paid 2 weeks before the trip start date
Cancellations & Refunds
- No refund (Partial or otherwise) will be made if you voluntarily leave or drop out of a trip for any reason after the trip has begun.
- No refunds will be made for any accommodation, transportation, sightseeing, meals or services not utilized.
- If cancellation done by participant prior to 15 days of the trip start date 90% of total price will be refunded
- If cancellation done by participant prior to 7 days of the trip start date 50% of total price will be refunded
- If cancellation done by participant prior to 3 days of the trip start date 25% of total price will be refunded
- No refund would be granted if cancelled within 3 days of the trip start date
Disclaimer
- If participant seeks cancellation due to natural calamities or any due to military or governmental decisions no refund shall be paid.
- If in case Wandering Souls cancels the tour due to unfavourable conditions of travel then whatever best possible refund we get from vendors if we ever get can be processed, in case we do not get any refunds from Hotel/Transportation we won’t be in a position to process any refunds.
- In case of cancellation of any event due to reasons beyond control (like Natural calamities, riots, political uncertainty, public transport failure etc.), refund shall be payable with respect to the given refund norms.
- Wandering Souls will not be responsible for any losses incurred for any train/air/bus/taxi bookings, hotel bookings or extension to the camp done by clients/participants
- We require atleast 6 participants to conduct the event. In an unlikely case where we don’t get the requisite number of participants, you have an option for FULL Refund or shifting to any other event.