10 Incredible One-Day Trips Near Gokarna You Must Explore

By: Tourld | December 09, 2024

Mirjan Fort

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Kudle Beach

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Om Beach

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Yana Caves

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Kumta

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Gokarna Beach

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Bhatkal

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Gokarna Forest Reserve

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Murdeshwar

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