Agumbe, Karnataka
Agumbe & Udupi Long Weekend Trip
- Duration
- 3D / 2N3 days · 2 nights
- Starts from
- Bangalore
- Trip type
- Nature
A 3-day group trip from Bangalore to Sringeri's hills and waterfalls, the Agumbe Ghats, and the temples and beaches of Udupi and Malpe.
- Nature
- Heights
- Waves
- Culture
Dates
- 24–26 Dec 20263 days₹10,999
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- 29–31 Dec 20263 days₹10,999
Prices are per person.
The trip
A long weekend from the Western Ghats down to the Karnataka coast, by road from Bangalore. The trip leaves Bangalore at night and wakes up near Sringeri, where the day takes in the hilltop views from Kundadri Betta, a cool-off at Sirimane Waterfalls and an evening at the Sringeri Sharada Peetham temple by the river. Next morning the road winds down the hairpin bends of the Agumbe Ghats to Manipal's Hasta Shilpa Heritage Museum, before an evening on Malpe Beach with the option of backwater kayaking. The last day starts at Udupi's Shri Krishna Temple, then heads to the quiet sands of Padubidri and the lighthouse at Kapu Beach before the overnight drive back to Bangalore.
You travel as a small group with a trip captain throughout, in an AC tempo traveller or mini bus, and stay two nights on triple or quad sharing: one near Sringeri and one by the beach near Malpe. Three breakfasts and one dinner are included; other meals, the museum entry and water sports are paid on the spot.
Highlights
Day 1 · 10:00 AMKundadri Betta viewpoint
Day 1 · 2:30 PMSirimane Waterfalls
Day 2 · 9:00 AMDrive through the Agumbe Ghats
Day 2 · 6:00 PMEvening at Malpe Beach- Day 3 · 9:30 AMShri Krishna Temple, Udupi
- Day 3 · 3:30 PMKapu Beach & Lighthouse
Day by day
Overnight Departure, Kundadri, Sirimane Falls & Sringeri
The trip leaves Bangalore the night before at around 9:00 PM, with an ice-breaking session on board, and reaches the hills near Sringeri in the morning. After check-in and breakfast at the homestay, head up Kundadri Betta for panoramic views, spend the afternoon at Sirimane Waterfalls, and end the day at the Sringeri Sharada Peetham temple and the riverside before dinner at the stay.
- 7:00 AMArrive & check in near SringeriReach the homestay near Sringeri after the overnight drive from Bangalore and freshen up.
- 8:30 AMBreakfast at the propertyIncluded.
- 10:00 AMKundadri Betta viewpoint (a highlight)A peaceful hilltop with panoramic views over the Western Ghats.
- 1:00 PMLunchLunch at a local restaurant (self-sponsored).
- 2:30 PMSirimane Waterfalls (a highlight)A forest waterfall, a good spot to relax and soak in nature.
- 5:00 PMSringeri Sharada PeethamVisit the historic temple and spend a quiet evening by the river.
- 8:00 PMDinner at the stayIncluded. Overnight at the property near Sringeri.
Agumbe Ghats, Manipal & Malpe Beach
After breakfast, drive down the winding Agumbe Ghats through the rainforest to Manipal and the Hasta Shilpa Heritage Museum, a time capsule of South Indian heritage. In the afternoon check in by the beach near Malpe, try backwater kayaking if it is open, and spend the evening on the sand.
- 8:00 AMBreakfast & check-outIncluded breakfast, then check out of the Sringeri stay.
- 9:00 AMDrive through the Agumbe Ghats (a highlight)A scenic drive down the hairpin bends of the Agumbe Ghats through lush rainforest.
- 12:00 PMHasta Shilpa Heritage Museum, ManipalA time capsule of South Indian heritage, with old homes and crafts. Entry ticket paid on the spot.
- 1:30 PMLunch in ManipalLunch at a local restaurant (self-sponsored).
- 3:30 PMCheck in near Malpe BeachCheck in at the beachside property near Malpe.
- 4:30 PMBackwater kayaking (optional)Kayaking and water activities on the backwaters, if open. Paid on the spot.
- 6:00 PMEvening at Malpe Beach (a highlight)Relax on the beach, grab snacks and unwind by the sea.
- 8:30 PMDinner & overnight near MalpeDinner at a local restaurant (self-sponsored), then overnight at the beachside stay.
Udupi Krishna Temple, Padubidri & Kapu Lighthouse
Start the day at Udupi's sacred Shri Krishna Temple, then head up the coast to the quiet sands of Padubidri Beach and the lighthouse at Kapu Beach for wide sea views. In the evening the group starts the drive back to Bangalore through the countryside.
- 8:00 AMBreakfast & check-outIncluded breakfast, then check out of the Malpe stay.
- 9:30 AMShri Krishna Temple, Udupi (a highlight)The sacred Krishna temple at the heart of Udupi.
- 12:00 PMLunch in UdupiLunch at a local restaurant (self-sponsored).
- 1:30 PMPadubidri BeachA tranquil, clean stretch of sand, far from the crowds.
- 3:30 PMKapu Beach & Lighthouse (a highlight)Climb the lighthouse for sweeping sea views and photos.
- 5:30 PMOvernight drive to BangaloreDrive back through the countryside, reaching Bangalore early next morning. Dinner on the way is self-sponsored.
What’s included
5 items · extras
Gear & extras, 5 items
- Trip captain throughout the trip
- Travel throughout the itinerary by AC tempo traveller / mini bus
- 4 meals: 3 breakfasts (Days 1-3) and 1 dinner (Day 1, at the Sringeri stay)
- 2 nights' stay on triple or quad sharing (1 near Sringeri, 1 near Malpe Beach)
- Group travel with travellers from different backgrounds
Not included, 7 items
- All lunches, and dinner on Days 2 and 3
- Costs from bad weather, landslides, protests or other events beyond our control
- Kayaking and any other water sports
- Anything not mentioned under inclusions
- GST @ 5%
- Hasta Shilpa Heritage Museum entry
- Travel, accidental and medical insurance
Questions about this trip
What should I carry?
A soft copy of your Aadhaar, a hoodie, cargo or track pants or shorts, T-shirts, swimwear or a change of clothes for the beach and waterfalls, sunscreen, shoes with good grip, two water bottles, a cap and sunglasses, a personal medical kit, flip-flops, polybags for wet clothes, a power bank and a small day backpack. Carry extra cash for meals and activities.
Which meals are included?
Breakfast on all three days and dinner on Day 1 at the stay near Sringeri. All lunches and the dinners on Days 2 and 3 are self-sponsored at local restaurants, so budget for them.
What costs extra on the trip?
Entry to the Hasta Shilpa Heritage Museum in Manipal, backwater kayaking and any other water sports, and your own lunches and the two self-sponsored dinners. Travel, accidental and medical insurance is not included either.
Where are the pickup and drop points?
Pickups in Bangalore are at New Udupi Grand, HSR Layout (9:00 PM), KLM Fashion Mall, Marathahalli (9:30 PM), Domlur Sky Walk (10:00 PM) and Govardhan Theatre, Yeshwanthpur (10:30 PM) on the night before Day 1. The return reaches Bangalore early in the morning after Day 3 with drops at the same points. Exact timings are confirmed by the trip team before departure.
Is it safe to travel with strangers?
Yes. You travel as a small group with a trip captain throughout, and rooms are shared three or four to a room. Most travellers join solo and leave with a group of new friends.
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