Luxury holidays in Gokarna
Coast into balmy, palmy Gokarna for ancient culture with beaches to spare. On the shores of the Arabian Sea, Gokarna is a beach-buff favourite thanks to its array of palm-fringed options: the ever-popular Kudle and Om beaches are perfect for bar-hopping, but those in the know will seek sandy sanctuary in the seclusion of the quieter Half Moon and Paradise beaches. Not just a pretty face, Gokarna is also a sacred Hindu pilgrimage spot – dive into the town’s legend-laden past with a stroll through temple-clad streets; catch a glimpse of a deity, so the story goes, and you’ll receive a blessing for your beach-side break.
When to go
Visit Gokarna between October and March for balmy beach-ready weather. April and May tend to be hot and sticky, and monsoon season runs from June to August.