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Kundapur
Spend a day in Kundapur to see the temples and a beach; add a night for sunset at Maravanthe or Kodi.
Kundapur is a small coastal town in Karnataka with easy bus and train links to nearby beaches, temples and the Western Ghats. One full day covers the main sights; a second night lets you enjoy the quieter beaches at sunset.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar
- avoid Jun–Sep (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
Not in this guide yet
- 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 Kundapur100 ▾
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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 Kundapur, 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
- SafetyKundapur is generally safe for tourists; stay alert during monsoon floods and keep valuables secure on buses.
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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 · 101 fire and ambulance · 112 General emergency (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.
- AirportIXE Mangalore International Airport (about 100 km (62 mi), flights from Mumbai, Bangalore and Gulf).IXE Mangalore International Airport (about 62 mi (100 km), flights from Mumbai, Bangalore and Gulf).
- Getting aroundLocal bus runs frequently along NH 17; the railway station is 3 km (1.9 mi) from the centre with regular Konkan line trains to Mangalore, Goa and Mumbai.Local bus runs frequently along NH 17; the railway station is 1.9 mi (3 km) from the centre with regular Konkan line trains to Mangalore, Goa and Mumbai.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Budget bedHotel double room, a night, per room₹2,500 (≈ US$30)
- Mid-range bedHotel double room, a night, per room₹3,500 (≈ US$40)
- High-end bedHotel double room, a night, per room₹5,500 (≈ US$65)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹1,500 (≈ US$18) · Mid ₹2,500 (≈ US$30) · High ₹4,000 (≈ US$50)
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 (about 100 km (62 mi), flights from Mumbai, Bangalore and Gulf)IXE Mangalore International Airport (about 62 mi (100 km), flights from Mumbai, Bangalore and Gulf)
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
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
May
not flagged
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Jun
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Oct
Best
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°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 Apr (35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jul (16 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Kundapur: 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)
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Feb
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
5 rd
Mar
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
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Apr
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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May
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12 rd
Jun
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
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Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
16 rd
Sep
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
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Oct
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
8 rd
Nov
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
6 rd
Dec
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5 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
Local bus runs frequently along NH 17; the railway station is 3 km from the centre with regular Konkan line trains to Mangalore, Goa and Mumbai.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Kodi Beach
goDoor to door: 15 min
Local bus or auto
White‑sand beach, quiet in the early morning.
Maravanthe Beach
goDoor to door: 30–35 min
Bus along NH 17
Beach runs parallel to the Suparnika River; good for sunset.
Anagudde (Shree Vinayaka) Temple
goDoor to door: 20 min
Auto or taxi
Popular pilgrimage site.
Kollur (Shree Mookambika) Temple
cautionDoor to door: 1 h 15 min
Bus to Kundapura station, then taxi
Check temple schedule; may need extra time.
Shringeri (Shree Sharadamba) Temple
skipDoor to door: 2 h
Bus to Kundapura, then taxi
Long travel for a day trip; better as an 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.
Sharon International Hotel
near old bus stand, reasonable rooms, clean
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–₹1,800 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹1,800–₹2,500 (≈ US$25–30) excl. bed
- High
- ₹2,500 (≈ US$30)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hotel double room1 × 1 night × ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₹2,500 | ₹5,000 |
| Mangalore airport → Kundapur taxi (one way)2 × ₹1,500 · check | ₹3,000 |
| Local bus day pass2 × ₹300 · check | ₹600 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹1,210 |
| Trip total≈ ₹6,660 per person per day, bed included | ₹13,310≈ US$160 |
2026 estimate in INR; flights and long‑distance train passes excluded.
Watch out
Safety
- Heavy monsoon rains June‑September can disrupt bus and train schedules – check local forecasts.
- Temple opening hours vary; confirm times before visiting.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- Fire and ambulance
- 101
- General emergency
- 112
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ಈ ವಿಳಾಸಕ್ಕೆ ದಯವಿಟ್ಟುTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police112
- Fire and ambulance112
- General emergency112
Embassy
The US consulate is in Bangalore; Indian visa info at the e‑visa portal.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Mangalore Airport → Kundapur taxi: about ₹1,500 (≈ US$18) one‑way (check)
- Kundapur railway station → town centre bus: ₹30–₹50 (≈ under US$1) (check)
Say or show
- ಕ್ಷಮಿಸಿ — Excuse me / Sorry (kshamisi)
- ಧನ್ಯವಾದಗಳು — Thank you (dhanyavaadagalu)
- ಇದು ಎಷ್ಟು? — How much is it? (idu eshtu?)
- ಶೌಚಾಲಯ ಎಲ್ಲಿ? — Where is the bathroom? (shauchalaya elli?)
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 Kundapur. 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 (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
- 5 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a second night for beach sunset at Maravanthe or Kodi.
- Use a private auto for temple trips to save time.
Sources
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