Mangaluru, Karnataka · Mangaluru travel guide
Surfing beach

A picturesque beach known for international surfing festivals and a tranquil environment.
| Time to spend | About 2 h (1–3.5 h) |
|---|---|
| Best time of day | 7–9 AM — surf lessons, calm and cool; 5–6:30 PM — sunset on the beach |
| Avoid | 12–3 PM — hot sand, no shade |
| Best months | Oct–Mar |
| Months to avoid | Jun–Sep |
| Entry fee | Free entry |
| Opening hours | Mon–Sun: 8 AM–7:30 PM |
| Setting | Outdoor |
| Effort | Easy |
| Good for | Families, Kids, Couples, Solo, Groups |
| Rating | 4.6 / 5 on Google (4,045 reviews) |
Calm Oct-Mar suits beginners and walks; monsoon swell is rough and swimming unsafe.



Most visitors spend about 2 h; 1–3.5 h depending on pace.
7–9 AM, for surf lessons, calm and cool. The best months are Oct–Mar.
Entry is free.
Mon–Sun: 8 AM–7:30 PM.