Name: Gokarna Backpacking - Diwali Special
Brand: Trekhievers
Availability: InStock

Overview

Gokarna:

Gokarna is one breathtaking piece of heaven in Karnataka for beach hippies like you!!
The land of palm trees, blue seas, and golden sands around, where eternity begins and ends with the ocean’s tides, Gokarna is a town of contrasts. Not only known as a temple town but also a perfect beach holiday destination and a great place to go for trek lovers.
This has got to be one of the most chilled out & dirt-cheap backpacking trips you’ll ever have!

Murudeshwar :

World‛s Tallest Shiva Statue Temple at Murudeshwara Beach.
Netrani is one of the Islands off Murudeshwar popular as Scuba diving destinations in Karnataka. The Netrani Islands also known as Pigeon Island is off the Murudeshwara coast. This is an enchanting island with a wild growth of trees and curved rocky formations that shelters numerous pigeons. The island with its corals and clear waters is probably the best snorkeling/ dive site in India. There are great opportunities for snorkeling; both for beginners to deep-diving experts here. Being a Scuba diving destination in Karnataka there are multiple operators in Murudeshwara who conduct single dives as well as scuba diving courses. Being able to swim like a fish, see them in close view underwater, and see colorful corals will be an experience to cherish, a perfect adventure for everyone in the family.
Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Boat Ride, Underwater Photography, Gear Equipment, Diving Certificate, refreshments & Snacks @ Netrani island are included in the package.

Key Highlight:

Murudeshwar Sightseeing: Murudeshwar Temple, Murudeshwar Beach,2nd Highest Shiva Statue.
Gokarna Sightseeing: Vibhooti falls, Yana Caves, Sri Mahabaleshwara Swami Temple Gokarna, Mirjan Fort Visit
Gokarna Beaches: Om beach, Kudle Beach, Half moon, Paradise Beach, Sea Kayaking, Gokarna Main Beach.
Activities: Scuba Dive and Watersports at Netrani Island

Brief Itinerary:

Day 01: Mumbai/Pune to Gokarna via Tempo Traveller
Day 02: Explore Gokarna, Kudle Beach, Om beach, Paradise Beach, Half Moon Beach, Sea Kayaking
Day 03: Drive to the soulful Murudeshwar. Explore the temple and enjoy Scuba dive and watersports at Netrani Island, Mirjan fort visit.
Day 04: Explore Yana caves, and Vibhooti waterfalls - Depart for Pune.
Day 05: Reach Pune/Mumbai

4 Nights 5 Days Available on request Murdeshwar, Karnataka

Date/Cost

21st Oct to 25th Oct
28th Oct to 1st Nov

Cost:

Mumbai: 8,499/- per person
Pune: 7,999/- per person
Gokarna: 6,999/- per person

Add-On:

Watersports: 4500/- per person

Scuba Diving at Netrani Island in Murudeshwar
Snorkeling.
Boat ride to Netrani Island.
Underwater photography
Refreshments and snacks during the visit to Netrani island
Diving certificates

Inclusions/Exclusions

What is included in the tour

Activities: Scuba Diving at Netrani Island in Murudeshwar, Snorkeling., Boat ride to Netrani Island., Underwater photography.
Diving certificates
Transportation: Tempo Traveller
Accommodations: Stay in an awesome hostel/tent on a Double/ Triple/Quad sharing basis as per the Itinerary..
Meal Plans: Day 1 to Day 3 Breakfast, Refreshments and snacks during the visit to Netrani island
Sightseeing as per Itinerary.
The Trip Captain will be present at all times during the tour.
Toll taxes and parking charges.
Driver Allowances.
All necessary permits.
First Aid Kits.

What is NOT included in the tour

5% GST
Mineral water All kinds of Extra Meals / soft drinks ordered and purchased for personal consumption.
Any kind of cost which is not mentioned in the cost included above.
All expenses incurred due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances like roadblocks, and bad weather.
Any medical / Emergency evacuations if required.
Medical and Mechanical Backup.
Candidates using the company’s equipment for any course are responsible for that equipment and will be charged for any loss or damage.

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Itinerary

Day 00: Mumbai / Pune to Gokarna

02:00 PM: Take a shared cab from Dadar to Wakad Hinjewadi Bridge
07:00 PM: Fergusson College Main Gate
07:30 PM: Wakad Hinjewadi Bridge

Day 01: Beach Trek and Cafe Hoping

07:00 AM: Reach Gokarna and check in at our hostel, freshen up, and have breakfast.
12:00 PM: Start trek from Om beach to Paradise Beach via Half Moon Beach
Take a ferry in return to Om Beach and chill at Namaste Cafe.
Visit Kudle beach for nightlife and dinner (own expense)
Back to the hostel for a night's stay.

Day 02: Murudeshwar Temple - Scuba Diving & Snorkelling.

05:00 AM: Start your journey to Murudeshwar.
Drive to the soulful Murudeshwar Temple
Reach Murudeshwar, Have Breakfast.
We leave for Netrani Island by 7 AM. Visit the heart-shaped island, also known as Pigeon Island. Get lost in the magic of scuba diving and have one of the most surreal experiences.
Once we board a 20 km ferry ride from Murudeshwar to Netrani Islands. On the way, you will be briefed about the dive sites and marine life. Netrani Island boat ride is a marvelous experience. Basic lessons about Scuba Diving will be given by trained instructors too. After arriving at the diving spot, one will get an opportunity to dive at Netrani for 30 to 40 min and even go snorkeling. In the wake of finishing these activities, we return to Murudeshwar Beach.
Have Lunch at Murudeshwar
Later visit the 2nd highest Shiva statue and Murudeshwar Temple
Start the beautiful drive back to Gokarna and visit Mirjan Fort
Reach Gokarna and freshen up.
Go to Kudle beach for Dinner.
We take a beautiful night walk to the hostel and enjoy the time with fun and games.

Day 03: Yana Caves and Vibhuthi Falls

06:00 AM: Wake up call, freshen up, and have breakfast.
08:00 AM: Begin our today's journey with a road drive to Yana caves
After Yana Caves, we visit Vibhuthi waterfalls.
04:30 PM: Start our return journey to Pune/Mumbai

Day 4: Arrive in Pune/Mumbai

05:00 AM: Pune
Mumbai people will take a shared cab to Dadar
10:00 AM: Dadar

Important Notes:

Certain medical conditions will stop you from diving. If you have a heart condition or have had a history of lung problems, please check with your Padi professional.
While booking you must submit a copy of a photo ID, including your address, i.e. Aadhaar card, Driving license, Passport, or PAN card will not be accepted.
Swimwear or something you are happy to get wet must be worn by all participants and is not provided by Netrani Adventures.
Anybody smelling of alcohol will not be permitted to dive and there will be no refund.
There is no smoking in the dive center or on the boat.
Water and light snacks will be provided during your trip.
Don’t forget your sunscreen/sunglasses and hats.
Read & accept the booking conditions attached to the booking confirmation email.
The minimum age for DSD is 10 years. There is no maximum age limit.
We also offer certification diving courses.
Covid-19 safety Measures :
We have all types of safety Measures for Covid-19.
Equipment will be disinfected after an individual use.
The boat will be equipped with onboard sanitizers.
Every diver will be provided with an experienced buddy for the entire dive.

Things To Carry:

Gears

A rucksack bag and a day pack
3-liter water bladder or water bottle

Clothes

One cotton long sleeves and 2 short sleeve T-shirts
1 pair of gloves
At least 2 long pants (trek pants and cargo pants are favorable)
4 sets of undergarments
2 pairs of socks
A small towel
A rain jacket or a poncho

Footwear

Above-the-ankle waterproof and breathable hiking boots with good grip
Flip flops/sandals

Medication

Glucose powder
Medicines for headaches, diarrhea, motion sickness
Dettol
Bandages
Cotton

Personal Accessories

Toothpaste, toothbrush
Paper soap, or sanitizer
Sunscreen minimum of spf40, lip balm, cold creams
Body spray
LED torch light

Payment Details :

UPI ID: 7387523876@upi

Net banking :

Name- RAJBALA YADAV
Bank name - HDFC BANK
ACC No.- 50100308491863
IFSC code- HDFC0002501
Name- NITIN YADAV
Bank name - PUNJAB NATIONAL BANK
ACC No.- 0530001500002688
IFSC code- PUNB0053000

Please send a screenshot of the payment on WhatsApp number 7387523876 for confirmation, we will then share a form for the final booking procedure.

Cancellation Policy:

No Refund shall be made with respect to the initial booking amount for any cancellations. However,

If cancellations are made 30 days before the start date of the trip, 50% of the total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
If cancellations are made within 0-30 days before the start date of the trip, 100% of the total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
In case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain activities may be canceled and in such cases, our service partner will try his best to provide an alternate feasible activity.
For all the above choices, you can transfer your tickets to your friends. We would be more than happy to have them on board and you could save your hard-earned money.