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Surathkal
Spend a half‑day (4–5 h) in Surathkal: beach walk, NIT K campus view and a quick bite; no need to stay overnight.
Surathkal is a coastal suburb of Mangalore, known for its long beach, the National Institute of Technology campus and nearby industrial sites. It is easy to reach by road, rail or air and can be explored in a few hours without an overnight stay.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar
- avoid Jun–Sep (heavy monsoon)
- Airport
- IXE
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Surathkal100 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Surathkal, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe for day visitors; watch for monsoon flooding and stay away from steep beach rocks.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers100 police · 108 fire and ambulance · 112 General emergency (all services) (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckIXE Mangalore International Airport (15 km (9.3 mi) north; taxi ≈₹800 (check)).IXE Mangalore International Airport (9.3 mi (15 km) north; taxi ≈₹800 (check)).
- Getting aroundAutorickshaws, taxis and RTO‑regulated buses serve the town; meters are often ignored, so agree on fare beforehand.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at Krishna (NITK gate)₹30–50 (≈ under US$1)
- Budget bedHotel room (double), a night, per room₹2,500 (≈ US$30)
- Mid-range bedHotel room (double), a night, per room₹4,000 (≈ US$50)
- High-end bedHotel room (double), a night, per room₹7,000 (≈ US$80)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹1,200 (≈ US$14) · Mid ₹2,000 (≈ US$25) · High ₹3,500 (≈ US$40)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- IXE Mangalore International Airport (15 km (9.3 mi) north; taxi ≈₹800 (check))IXE Mangalore International Airport (9.3 mi (15 km) north; taxi ≈₹800 (check))
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Feb
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Mar
Best
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Apr
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Jul
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Nov
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Dec
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Mar (34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jul (15 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Surathkal: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 rd
Feb
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
2 rd
Mar
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
3 rd
Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
5 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
8 rd
Jun
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12 rd
Oct
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
7 rd
Nov
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
4 rd
Dec
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Autorickshaws, taxis and RTO‑regulated buses serve the town; meters are often ignored, so agree on fare beforehand.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Udupi
goDoor to door: ≈1 h 30 min
NH 66 north, about 55 km (34 mi), 1 h 15 min by bus or taxiNH 66 north, about 34 mi (55 km), 1 h 15 min by bus or taxi
Famous temples and beach; good for a half‑day.
Murdeshwar
goDoor to door: ≈3 h
NH 66 north, 115 km (71 mi), ~2 h 30 min by bus or taxiNH 66 north, 71 mi (115 km), ~2 h 30 min by bus or taxi
Shiva statue and beach; doable as a day trip.
Gokarna
cautionDoor to door: ≈3 h 30 min
NH 66 north, 150 km (93 mi), ~3 h by bus or taxiNH 66 north, 93 mi (150 km), ~3 h by bus or taxi
Popular beach town; long travel may suit overnight.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Mangalore city hotels
No major hotels in Surathkal; stay in Mangalore (≈15 km (9.3 mi)) for easy access.No major hotels in Surathkal; stay in Mangalore (≈9.3 mi (15 km)) for easy access.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹1,200–2,000 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹2,000–3,500 (≈ US$25–40) excl. bed
- High
- ₹3,500 (≈ US$40)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hotel room (double)1 × 1 night × ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| Auto ride (first km)1 × ₹20 · check | ₹20 |
| Taxi Airport → Surathkal (15 km)1 × ₹800 · check | ₹800 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹450 |
| Trip total≈ ₹4,970 per person per day, bed included | ₹4,970≈ US$60 |
average city‑center hotel
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at Krishna (NITK gate) | ₹30–50 (≈ under US$1) |
| Vada, lassi, juice at Samudra Darshan | ₹80–120 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Auto ride (first km) | ₹15–20 (≈ under US$1) |
| Taxi (airport‑to‑Surathkal, 15 km)check | ₹800–1,000 (≈ US$10–12) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Water‑logging and floods during rains; avoid low‑lying streets.
- Steep drop off the beach; stay off rocks and deep water.
- Auto fares may not follow meters; confirm price before boarding.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- Fire and ambulance
- 108
- General emergency (all services)
- 112
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ದಯವಿಟ್ಟು ಈ ವಿಳಾಸಕ್ಕೆTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police100
- Fire and ambulance108
- General emergency (all services)112
Embassy
Indian consulates are in Mangalore; US consulate in Bangalore (check address).
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Mangalore Airport → Surathkal (taxi): ≈₹800, 15 km (9.3 mi) (check)≈₹800, 9.3 mi (15 km) (check)
- Auto within Surathkal (meter): ≈₹15 per km
Say or show
- ಕ್ಷಮಿಸಿ — Excuse me / Sorry (kshamisi)
- ಧನ್ಯವಾದಗಳು — Thank you (dhanyavaadagalu)
- ಇದು ಎಷ್ಟು? — How much is it? (idu eshtu?)
- ಬೀಚು ಎಲ್ಲಿದೆ? — Where is the beach? (beechu ellide?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Surathkal. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Mar · avoid Jun–Sep (heavy monsoon) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add Surathkal beach walk to Mangalore itinerary.
- Include NIT K campus view for tech‑interest travelers.
Sources
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