Malpe Beach
Location
: 6 Kms From Udupi, Karnataka
Famous As
: A Picnic Spot
Nearby Attraction
: St. Mary's Island
Best Season
: October To January
This beach is 66 km north of Mangalore and 6 km from Udupi.Malpe with its sheltered harbour makes a quiet beach retreat, just six kilometres away from Udupi, the temple town, renowned for a fascinating idol of Lord Krishna. It is a popular picnic spot due to the pristine beauty and peaceful surrounding of its virgin beach. The endless stretch of golden sand, swaying Palm trees, clear blue sky and the gurgle of the sea attracts tourists to this spot. Between October - January is the best time to visit this place. The St Mary's Island is another delightful holiday destination. It is just a boat ride away. Close to Malpe is Ullal, yet another beach resort, the silvery beaches of which command breathtaking views of the sunset, especially, when viewed through the casuarina groves. Malpe is 392 kms from Bangalore and 66 kms from Mangalore. It can be approached by road and rail from Bangalore and Mangalore
Excursions
St. Mary's Island:
It is another delightful get away spot right across Malpe. The place is only a boat ride away.
Best season: August to March.
How To Get There
Air : Mangalore is the nearest airport.
Rail : Mangalore is the nearest railhead.
Road : Udupi is 6 kms and Mangalore is 66 kms by road, from the town.
