With the growing importance of travel and tourism in the South India, Maravanthe beach is gaining immense popularity. This pristine beauty of Maravanthe stretches for a little less than 2 kms, running parallel to NH17, with the Sowparnika River on the other side of the highway, north of Kundapur Town in Udupi District.. Owing its demand a number of staying options and attractions have been set up, which promises its visitors a comfy beach holiday. So, splash joyful moment with its gentle tides and dig out the unexplored beauty, here.

Things to do and see in Maravanthe beaches
Maravanthe beach is remarkable for its number of water-sports. The safe-sew-water, is ultimate for swimming and boating. Most hotels like the Turtle Bay Resort, Soans Holiday Pvt Ltd arranges snorkeling and scuba diving trips around Netrani Island. They offers about 5 kms rides from the beach, where visitors can view the abandoned lighthouse and can also have a glimpse of St, Mary Island. Beach lovers, further jitters with playing volleyball, collecting sea-shells, sun-bathing etc. The glorious attraction in Maravanthe beach attracts tourist, visiting here, from all over the world. Kanchugoda village, situated next to the Turtle Bay Resort, provides a lovely lifestyle of fisherfolk. The Sowparnika river, flowing down from the Kodachadri Hills, carries with the essence of 64 medicinal herbs. Visitors during the boat-ride can also look out for Padukone village, the Maharajaswamy Temple, located on the left bank and Kodachadri Hills.

A visit to Kodi, Koravadi and Beejady beaches, further, offers the way to laze around the beach shacks and catch-hold of the pristine sand. Koravadi and Beejady beaches are lined up with green palms and considered safe for swimming.

Baindur, some 45 kms from Maravanthe beach and explore the nearby beach. Beside, an evening visit to Ottanane, very near to Baindur, feast the eyes with the glorious sunset.

Maravanthe Beach Shopping
As such, shopping destinations is not specified in Maravanthe. A few stall on the way to Maravanthe beach provides the compulsive shoppers to buy somme colorful collectibles made of conch shells

Eating at Maravanthne
Foodoholic need to depend on the kitchen corner of the places of stay. Turtle Bay Resort offers the sumptuous sea-foods, Trasi Royal Durbar Dhaba is known for Punjabi cuisines, Sagar Kinara serves the spicy vegetarian dishes and Banjara restaurant spreads out the non-vegetarian dishes. The Dhabas along the highway are also popular dining center.

Getaway from Maravanthne
Other then picnicking on Maravanthe beaches, visitors can make a move towards the following tourist destinations:

Kodachadri Hills
Situated 35 kms from Maravanthe, Kodachadri hills features on the adventure lover's itinerary. Visitors can trek through the dense jungles of the Mookambika Wildlife Sanctuary and enjoy the task of bird watching. They can also walk down to the enchanting Arashinagundi Waterfalls, situated 5 kms from Kollur and make a fruitful getaway.

Mookambika Temple
This centuries old temple is situated 37 kms away in Maravanthe. The beautiful temple is along side the Sowparnika River and one can also witness the swaying paddy fields, lining the bank. The noon puja rituals, when a green sapphire necklace is places on the deity is worth-watching.

Otthinene
Otthinene is just 25 kms from Maravanthe and is almost near Baindur. An evening visit here, offers the chance to feast the eyes with the glorious sunset. The Forest Rest House, set up on the hillock presents a stupendous view of a river merging with the sea. Someshwara temple, overlooking the beach is a must-visit center.

Place of accommodation in Maravanthe Beach
Maravanthe beach is developed with a number of staying places. The most popular one are the Asara Holiday Home, Sagar Kinara Beach Resort and Turtle Bay Resort. Each one of them are designed with air-conditioned rooms, sea-facing cottages, multi-cuisine restaurants and other basic necessities. Ayurvedic massage is an additional punch with the elite service, provided. Visitors can also check out the affordable rooms at Hotel Kravali and Hotel Durga International, located in Udupi. When to visit Maravanthe
The breezy air encircling Maravanthe beach can be best explored from October to March.

How to reach Maravanthe
Traveling to Maravanthe beach is possible by opting any of the three routes:

By Air
The nearest airport to Maravanthe beach is at Mangalore(108 kms) in Karnataka. On arrival at the aerodrome, visitors can hire the available means of local transport.

By Rail
Visitors can board train to the nearest railheads at Kundapur(12 kms) and Mangalore(110kms). The station premises are availed with local buses and private vehicles, aiding visitors to reach the Maravanthe beach.

By Road
Maravanthe beach is 50 kms from Udupi, 130 kms from Gokarna, 275 kms from Goa and 450 kms from Bangalore respectively. All this places are linked to each other by developed NH4, NH48 and NH17.