Kundapur Tourism

Kundapur Tourism Culturally rich, a treasure trove of mesmerizing nature and environ of spirituality define this temple town best. Lying on the western coast, the town is flanked by water bodies on three sides i.e. Panchgangavalli River in north, Kalaghar River in east and Arabian sea and picturesque Kodi back waters in west. Deriving its name from Kundeshvara temple, the town of Kundapur owns a rich and glorious past. Once served as the center of power of Vijaya Nagara Dynasty, Kundapur has been a home to Rajas of Baindoor, Tipu Sultan, Portuguese in 16th century and finally the British. Also once been a major trading port especially with Middle East, today one can witness the footprints of the bygone era at every point in the town. Also a destination for nature buffs along with activities like hiking, trekking, rock climbing and boating, that can make your trip all the more memorable. Download Kundapur PDF Guide > What's Great? Beaches. Adventure. Trekking and River Rafting. Closest weekend getaway from Mangalore. Kundeshwar Temple for pious tourists. A variety of Konkan Delicacies available to calm one's hunger pangs. What's not so Great? Hot and humid during summers. No direct flight connectivity. Monsoons are unpredictable. No adventure sports activities during monsoon due to high tides. For Whom Great for the population of Mangalore as well as Karnataka to get away from hustle and bustle of everyday life. Ideal for group travellers, friends, family getaways and for couples. Perfect location for adventure enthusiasts, beach lovers, photo fanatics, history buffs and pilgrims as well.

Idyllic Beach Destination along Coastal Karnataka Skirted by water on three sides, Kundapur is a beach destination located on the western cost of the Udupi district of Karnataka. Drawing its name from the Kundeshwar temple situated in the heart of the town, Kundapur not only attracts religious tourists but history lovers as well. Vinayak temple- Guddattu situated 15 km and Sri Aanegudde Vinayak Temple located 5 km from the heart of the town, never fails to attract religionist and devotees from around the world. Vinayak temple- Guddattu holds much folklore and embedded antiquity of over 1700 years. You can explore this beautiful foreshore destination wallowing himself in adventure activities like trekking, white water rafting as well as scuba diving. If your soul craves for achieving some balmy experience, sit by the beach and listen to the acoustic sounds of the splashing waves, breeze, and seagulls. Kundapur never fails to amaze you. It is a 360-degree experience of fun, vacation, adventure activities and a soul-stirring experience.

One Day Itinerary Day 1 -Reach Kundapur and check into your hotel and freshen up. Later, you can head over to the Kodi Beach. Sit on a beach, enjoy the ambience and listen to the tactile sounds of the splashing waves, breeze, and seagulls. Take a stroll towards the Maravanthe Beach to enjoy the tranquil ambience of the beach while walking on the seashore. Plump yourself in some activities like scuba diving and water surfing, banana ride and have some Konkan delicacies that are drool worthy. Day 2 -Go for the early morning tour of the famed Kundeshwar temple followed by Anneguddu Vinayak Temple located at a driving distance of 20 minutes from each other. Relax for a while.

Restaurants and Local Food in Kundapur While in Kundapur, you will find many vegetarian eating outlets offering delicious food. However, it does not mean that non-vegetarians will be disappointed. The place also offers some tasty non-vegetarian delicacies including masala fish fry. Also try out tender coconut, palm fruit and sugarcane juice to refresh oneself. View 2 Restaurants in Kundapur >>

Oct-Apris the best time to visit Kundapur Kundapur connects to Karnataka's Hinterland, the Western Ghats and other beach strips all in one. With a tropical climate, Kundapur experiences hot and humid temperature rise in summers, heavy rains during the monsoons and pleasant and cool climate during winters. The best time to visit this little divine destination is from October to March when the weather conditions are gratifying and amiable. The average annual temperature of the town remains between 27 degrees Celsius with an annual rainfall hitting the bar of 4297 mm. Weather in Kundapur Loading... Kundapur in Summer (March - May) The summer in Kumta is quite hot and harsh. It commonly extends through the months of March, April, and May. The climate during this duration is usually hot and quite humid, courtesy to the town's proximity to the coastline. The maximum temperature in Kundapur throughout the summer months will rescale to around 33 degrees Celsius and also the minimum temperature will be around 24 degrees Celsius. Kundapur in Monsoon (June - September) Heavy rainfall is observed in Kundapur from June to August. It is not the best time to visit since the abode of Kundapur gets damp and soaking. These months experience serious precipitation with the precipitation bars hitting to 1440 mm of rain. This causes lowered temperatures which sets the tone for the winter which follows in November. However, if you don't mind the rainfall, don't miss the luxuriant and exuberant beauty of Kundapur during this time. Kundapur in Winter (November - February) It is in the month of November when the cool breeze of winter starts to flow in the coastal town of Kundapur. The winter season in this beachy destination ceases in the months of November, December, January, and February. With the maximum temperature of 26 degrees Celsius and a minimum temperature of around 19 degrees Celsius. Winters are the most pleasant and mild and hence are the most effective time to go to the town of Kundapur. Monthly Weather in Kundapur Month Avg. Minimum (°C) Avg. Maximum (°C) January 21 33 February 23 34 March 24 33 April 26 34 May 25 34 June 24 29 July 23 28 August 24 29 September 23 29 October 23 31 November 22 33 December 21 33