Murudeshwar Beach
Murudeshwar Beach
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Balaji R
Bengaluru, India76 contributions
Dec 2022
Where can i start... i had huge expectations from Murudeshwar. Especially after going through pristine beaches in Bekal and Maravanthe in the past.
I was rudely shocked and disillusioned by Murudeshwar. Here are a few things which i strongly urge the Karnataka Administration to take note of:
1. Stricty prohibit Tempo travellers, buses, cars, jeeps, bikes from entering the beach - i havent seen many beaches in the world where there is an abundance of vehicular population
2. Have a plastic ban - see my images
3. Have patrolling frequently to ensure that violators are heavily fined and the beach is cleaned up
4. Engage Safai Karmacharis to participate in Swachh Bharat abhiyaan and help clean this mess.
It is painful to see that such a beautiful beach of Karnataka is so badly maintained (in fact not maintained at all)
I found Bottles, Plastic caps, Plastic bottles, chappals, shoes, condoms, discarded clothing, windcheaters, plastic bags, dog and human poo, whisky in satchet (tetrapak) and many more garbage. I am sure a beach clean up drive will yield over 100 Kgs of garbage from this 1/2 kilometre stretch near the Shiva statue itself.
I was rudely shocked and disillusioned by Murudeshwar. Here are a few things which i strongly urge the Karnataka Administration to take note of:
1. Stricty prohibit Tempo travellers, buses, cars, jeeps, bikes from entering the beach - i havent seen many beaches in the world where there is an abundance of vehicular population
2. Have a plastic ban - see my images
3. Have patrolling frequently to ensure that violators are heavily fined and the beach is cleaned up
4. Engage Safai Karmacharis to participate in Swachh Bharat abhiyaan and help clean this mess.
It is painful to see that such a beautiful beach of Karnataka is so badly maintained (in fact not maintained at all)
I found Bottles, Plastic caps, Plastic bottles, chappals, shoes, condoms, discarded clothing, windcheaters, plastic bags, dog and human poo, whisky in satchet (tetrapak) and many more garbage. I am sure a beach clean up drive will yield over 100 Kgs of garbage from this 1/2 kilometre stretch near the Shiva statue itself.
Written 28 December 2022
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PBH09
Mumbai, India45 contributions
Dec 2019
The temple complex is good. But the beach is very dirty. People traveling overnight to visit the temple. Using temporary bathrooms/toilets near the beach and leaving the area absolutely dirty. There are many beaches along the Northern Karnataka coast, no point in wasting time in Murudeshwar beach.
Written 6 January 2020
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PriyankaMJ
Bengaluru, India270 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
The Murdeshwar beach is right next to the temple and quite accessible for all the visitors & pilgrims. It has a lot of shops and eateries.
But it's a horribly dirty beach strewn with human excreta when you walk along the length of the beach.. All of this goes into the water in which so many people bathe.. Its disgusting.
Don't understand why there are no toilets for locals/tourists to use, they use the beach to relieve themselves. Wouldn't recommend dipping into the water here. Head to Eco-beach for bathing in the sea.
But it's a horribly dirty beach strewn with human excreta when you walk along the length of the beach.. All of this goes into the water in which so many people bathe.. Its disgusting.
Don't understand why there are no toilets for locals/tourists to use, they use the beach to relieve themselves. Wouldn't recommend dipping into the water here. Head to Eco-beach for bathing in the sea.
Written 2 August 2020
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krish_rmsh
Leipzig, Germany14 contributions
Oct 2019
No good place to stay!! Make sure you reach early in the evening to book your accommodations. Almost all the adventurous water sports(Scuba diving) start early in the morning, around 7:00 am. Otherwise, the temple is an okayish place to visit.
Written 28 September 2020
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Narayan S
28 contributions
Nov 2021 • Couples
This is a nice, wide and reasonably long beach.
If you want to relax and enjoy the beach and surroundings choose a property away from the temple.
The ocean edge beach resort is a located right on the beach. Dont be fooled by the tag "resort".
It is a single building with some decent,basic rooms with a couple and family helping out with the food etc.
Breakfast and dinner very basic. Location is great.
Eat out if you have transport.
Great place to relax and explore the surrounding villages.
If you want to relax and enjoy the beach and surroundings choose a property away from the temple.
The ocean edge beach resort is a located right on the beach. Dont be fooled by the tag "resort".
It is a single building with some decent,basic rooms with a couple and family helping out with the food etc.
Breakfast and dinner very basic. Location is great.
Eat out if you have transport.
Great place to relax and explore the surrounding villages.
Written 26 November 2021
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Surya Katakam
Hyderabad, India2,273 contributions
Jan 2024 • Friends
Murudeshwar beach is located in Bhatkal Taluk. Murudeshwar beach is located on the Arabian Sea shore of Konkan coast and it is one of the best beach out of 79 beaches in the Karnataka State.
Interesting Facts about this Beach:
1. Clean white sandy beach is extended @ 3 km and offers a range of water activities like Speed Boating, Water scooters, Parasailing, Banana boat ride and snorkeling.
2. This beach is covered with palm grooves along the shores, surrounding by hills and lot of greenery around the beach, which makes this place as an ideal picnic spot.
3. This beach is occupied with street food vendors and small shops. Specially evening is best time to spend good time along with street food. Street vendors also sell pretty mirrors and lamps made of Shells and conches.
4.Best part of this beach is its adjacent to Murudeshwar temple and we can see overall beach bird view from Murudeshwar Gopuram tower. The beach is renowned for its World second largest Lord Shiva Statue.
5. Right from bird watching to Sun set there is everything at this beach to spend quality time.
Interesting Facts about this Beach:
1. Clean white sandy beach is extended @ 3 km and offers a range of water activities like Speed Boating, Water scooters, Parasailing, Banana boat ride and snorkeling.
2. This beach is covered with palm grooves along the shores, surrounding by hills and lot of greenery around the beach, which makes this place as an ideal picnic spot.
3. This beach is occupied with street food vendors and small shops. Specially evening is best time to spend good time along with street food. Street vendors also sell pretty mirrors and lamps made of Shells and conches.
4.Best part of this beach is its adjacent to Murudeshwar temple and we can see overall beach bird view from Murudeshwar Gopuram tower. The beach is renowned for its World second largest Lord Shiva Statue.
5. Right from bird watching to Sun set there is everything at this beach to spend quality time.
Written 28 July 2024
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Narayani M
Bengaluru, India49 contributions
Dec 2016 • Family
Nice beach near to the temple. The water is shallow and hence you can venture a little deep into the sea.
Written 2 January 2017
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skaypee
Bengaluru, India469 contributions
Jun 2019
A beach nearby Murudeshwar Lord Shiva Temple. Could have been maintained well inspite the large number of tourists coming to the beach. Lots of litter coupled with the muddy shore makes it difficult to enjoy. Water scooter and boating are the attractions here.
Written 11 September 2019
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joyienjoy
Nashik, India559 contributions
Mar 2019 • Family
On the right side of the Murdeshwar islanded area lies the beach side. Extremely neat n clean. Small shops and eateries are available at the borders. Must be visited !!
Written 2 March 2019
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Subhasish
Pimpri-Chinchwad54 contributions
Jan 2019 • Couples
A flat good open beach in murdeshwar. Very near to murdeshwar railway railway station.and beside mandir.
Written 4 February 2019
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Hii.. I'm planning to visit on 27th this month can u plz know me about water sports?
Written 23 December 2023
Suresh B
Bengaluru, India
What kind of water sports available in murudeshwar beach...? Am planning to visit by Jan 2020.... Am looking for banana ride and parasailing ...
Written 24 December 2019
check with hotel for activities as there are no activity in certain months
Written 26 December 2019
I would like to know the availability of water sports,parasailing and scuba diving on 15th sep,2019
Written 6 September 2019
From 15th may till 4months activity is stopped by government
Written 7 September 2019
Hi, I am planning to visit this place during June 2nd week. Is it an ideal time? Also for the water sports and activities. Please share your experiences.
Written 30 April 2019
Best time is December or January.
Written 21 May 2019
Hi i would like to inquire about water sports and scuba diving ,Snorkelling activities from 29th Nov 2018 to Dec 3rd 2018
Written 20 November 2018
I visited that place on 11th November and people were enjoying the water sport activities. So I think you can pack your bag, go there and have fun.
Enjoy..!!!
Written 21 November 2018
Is a trip to Murudeshwara beach recommended during August ? I have read online about some smell issue during rainy season. Also are water sports and scuba closed during that period ? It will be helpful to have some views from the members.
Written 13 June 2016
water sports has been closed this season( oct 16 to may17) only SCUBA diving is possible.....from may to oct everything is closed due to monsoons
Written 31 January 2017
ontravel2016
Kumta, India
Dear Sir,
Would you prefer or suggest your friend, to have a rented bikes like " Enfield" to explore near by places.
Written 2 February 2016
It's better to surf the web for nearby places and explore them with the help of your own vehicle..
Written 5 February 2016
Hi all, Please suggest restaurant serving good n tasty food in murudeswar ??
Written 5 September 2015
The beach resort cafeteria itself is very good & hygienic. But a word of caution, carry water bottle else you will have health issues.
Written 7 September 2015
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