The coastline of Karnataka throws open to the visitors a picture perfect world of fascinating palm-fringed beaches. The 320-kms long coastline offers a perfect excuse for those who are looking for a vacation from their busy work schedule. The scenery and unspoilt charm of the beach areas make Karnataka beaches a must visit beach holiday destinations.

Malpe Beach - Malpe beach is a popular picnic spot of Karnataka due to the pristine beauty and peaceful surrounding of its virgin beach. Just a boat ride away, the St Mary's Island is another delightful holiday destination from Malpe Beach.

Maravanthe Beach - Marwanthe is a unique seaside town of Karnataka, where the West Coast Highway cruises along with the Arabian Sea on one side, and the river Sauparnika rushes against a verdant mountainous backdrop on the other. It has beautiful beach nearby, which makes quite a promising site for water sports and holidaying.

Bhatkal Beach -  is a picturesque place 16-km from Bhatkal. Bounded by the shimmering sea and rolling hills, this place is a favourite tourist spot and known for the gorgeous temple perched on a hillock by the shore.

Murudeshwar Beach - The place is believed to have been sanctified by a piece of the Pranalinga of Mahabaleshwara thrown by Ravana and has some beautiful carvings and statues. Bounded by the shimmering sea and rolling hills, the place is a favourite picnic spot.