Photo of Gangekolla beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Gangekolla beach with turquoise water surface

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Photo of Gangekolla beach and the settlement

7.4

Good

Gangekolla beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Gangekolla beach?

The bar is located right on the Gangekolla beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Hotel Swati is the closest place located 1800 meters from the beach.

Gokarn, India

#36 out of 79 in Karnataka

7.4

Good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Beach activities rent Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Manjuguni • 1.7 km

Map of beach

Fast Food Restaurant Rohini fast food

10 - Exceptional 1km

Fast Food Restaurant Devendra fast food

8.2 - Very good 1.4km

Cafe Murti Store And Hotel

8 - Very good 1.5km

Indian Restaurant M B Fast Food (Veg/Non Veg )

9.4 - Excellent 1.6km

Restaurant Hotel Swati

10 - Exceptional 1.6km

Cafe Manju Naik taxi service

1.6km

Fast Food Restaurant Kusle Dhama Cafe

9.2 - Excellent 2.5km

Restaurant Sunset Cafe Beach Stay Gokarna

9 - Excellent 3km

Cafe Freedom Cafe Gokarna

3km

Hiking Area ವೈವಾಹಿಕ ಪರ್ವತ

3.8km

Park Garden G k n

4km

Park Tourist sit-out

4.4km

Park Gokarna Main Beach Park

4.5km

Hiking Area Sunrise Point

6.4km

Hiking Area Trail to Om Beach

7.7km

Hiking Area Belekan to Paradise trek trail

8km

Park Tadadi Light house garden

8.5km

Hiking Area Horizon cliff

8.6km

Playground Manjaguni Crixket Ground

800m

Playground Gangekolla Ground

880m

Playground Bhadrakali college playground

4.7km

Playground Gogarbha cricket ground

5.3km

Playground belekan ranga mandira

8.5km

Ice Cream Shop INDIAN ICE CREAM & JUICE POINT

8 - Very good 1.7km

Supermarket Mini Jawelery Shope

4.5km

Supermarket Kannika Super Market

4.8km

Tourist Attraction Middle beach

3km

Tourist Attraction Hilltop Sunset View

4.9km

Tourist Attraction Jatayu Teertha

5.2km

Tourist Attraction NadiBag Beach

5.7km

Tourist Attraction Kudle Beach view point

6.1km

Tourist Attraction Gokarna beach

7.3km

Tourist Attraction Belekan Beach

8.4km

Tourist Attraction Tadri Lighthouse

8.6km

Tourist Attraction Gokarna Cross

9.2km

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About

Gangekolla beach is located on the Arabian Sea (part of Indian ocean) and it is in the 36th place out of 79 beaches in the Karnataka region 398.5 km away from its center, the city of Bengaluru. It is one of the beaches of Manjuguni settlement, just 1.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season. There is a campsite located nearby.

Gangekolla beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Honey Beach, which has a rating of 7.3.

Gangekolla beach is located in Karnataka within Manjuguni, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+29 ^o C +27 ^o C

Air temperature

5.2 M/S

Wind

+29 ^o C

Water temperature

2.1 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Manjuguni • 1.7 km

Map of beach

Fast Food Restaurant Rohini fast food

10 - Exceptional 1km

Fast Food Restaurant Devendra fast food

8.2 - Very good 1.4km

Cafe Murti Store And Hotel

8 - Very good 1.5km

Indian Restaurant M B Fast Food (Veg/Non Veg )

9.4 - Excellent 1.6km

Restaurant Hotel Swati

10 - Exceptional 1.6km

Cafe Manju Naik taxi service

1.6km

Fast Food Restaurant Kusle Dhama Cafe

9.2 - Excellent 2.5km

Restaurant Sunset Cafe Beach Stay Gokarna

9 - Excellent 3km

Cafe Freedom Cafe Gokarna

3km

Hiking Area ವೈವಾಹಿಕ ಪರ್ವತ

3.8km

Park Garden G k n

4km

Park Tourist sit-out

4.4km

Park Gokarna Main Beach Park

4.5km

Hiking Area Sunrise Point

6.4km

Hiking Area Trail to Om Beach

7.7km

Hiking Area Belekan to Paradise trek trail

8km

Park Tadadi Light house garden

8.5km

Hiking Area Horizon cliff

8.6km

Playground Manjaguni Crixket Ground

800m

Playground Gangekolla Ground

880m

Playground Bhadrakali college playground

4.7km

Playground Gogarbha cricket ground

5.3km

Playground belekan ranga mandira

8.5km

Ice Cream Shop INDIAN ICE CREAM & JUICE POINT

8 - Very good 1.7km

Supermarket Mini Jawelery Shope

4.5km

Supermarket Kannika Super Market

4.8km

Tourist Attraction Middle beach

3km

Tourist Attraction Hilltop Sunset View

4.9km

Tourist Attraction Jatayu Teertha

5.2km

Tourist Attraction NadiBag Beach

5.7km

Tourist Attraction Kudle Beach view point

6.1km

Tourist Attraction Gokarna beach

7.3km

Tourist Attraction Belekan Beach

8.4km

Tourist Attraction Tadri Lighthouse

8.6km

Tourist Attraction Gokarna Cross

9.2km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.9 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

1.5km 19 min walk

Manjaguni Beach Manjaguni Beach

6.5 Good

3.5km

Honey Beach Honey Beach

7.3 Good

4.4km

Belambar Beach Belambar Beach

6.3 Pleasant

5.4km

Gokarna Main Beach Gokarna Main Beach

7.4 Good

6.8km

Nadibhag beach Nadibhag beach

7 Good

7.4km

Gokarna Kudle Beach Gokarna Kudle Beach

7.2 Good

7.4km

Shedikuli Beach Shedikuli Beach

6.6 Good

8.2km

Keni Beach Keni Beach

6.9 Good

Localities

Nearest

Manjuguni • 1.7km

Main locality of province

Bengaluru • 398.5km

Transport

Airport

GOI • 101.1km

Bus Station

Gokarna Bus Main Stand • 5.5km

Train Station

Ankola Railway Station • 7.4km

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Average Reviews rating

7.4 Good

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7.4 Good

Aruna Dasgupta

6 Pleasant

The beach exudes a tranquil and calm atmosphere, with a sense of serenity that is hard to come by in crowded areas. The lack of crowds make it a perfect spot for those seeking a peaceful getaway. However, navigating the area by car can be a bit challenging due to the terrain.

March 2023

Nirja Patel

10 Exceptional

The serenity of this beach is unparalleled. What sets it apart from other beaches is the scarcity of visitors, which makes for a more intimate experience. The breathtaking view from this spot is truly captivating and will leave you spellbound. ❤️

March 2023

Sarika Dasgupta

10 Exceptional

The beach is a decent spot for a leisurely stroll, but don't expect anything extraordinary. The sunsets can be pleasant, but they're not exactly awe-inspiring. It's a quiet place, sure, but it's also a bit dull. Don't come here expecting to be blown away by the beauty of nature.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Gangekolla beach?

The coastline of Gangekolla beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Gangekolla beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Gangekolla beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Gangekolla beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable.

Gangekolla beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Gangekolla beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Gangekolla beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Gangekolla beach?

Gangekolla beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Campers

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Gangekolla beach?

The bar is located right on the Gangekolla beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Hotel Swati is the closest place located 1800 meters from the beach.

How far is the Gangekolla beach from parking?

The Gangekolla beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Gangekolla beach?

There are 1 attractions near Gangekolla beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Middle beach located in 4 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Gangekolla beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Gangekolla beach is April. Its average value reaches 31°C. The warmest sea is in May, the average value is 31°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 28°C and water 28°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Gangekolla beach (Karnataka) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Gangekolla beach (Karnataka) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.