Honnavar Exploration & Scuba Diving at Netrani Island Murudeshwar
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- Best Season - Winter (Nov, Dec, Jan) Spring (Feb, March, April)
Like a mirage in the desert, sometimes you feel like the water is calling you. just being near a water body, be it a pool or a lake, can calm your mind down.
Now imagine, if you get the chance to be at a serene seaside paradise – the calm of the climate and the sound of the waves; just the thought will wash your stress over.
But picture this – you are underwater, where it is so much more serene and there are incredible sights all around you, magical, mystical and ethereal.
With the Netrani Island scuba diving packages from Plan The Unplanned, you can explore the underwater world like never before. Witness the marvelous world beneath the surface of the sea and then discover parts of Gokarna that you might not have even known about.
It doesn’t matter if you are travelling alone or in a group, whether you are a non-swimmer or a newbie trekker, at Plan The Unplanned, we plan for everything and everyone!
All you need to do is bring your sense of adventure along!
Trek highlights
So, what all do you experience when you sign up for scuba diving in Murudeshwar?
Well, you get more than just scuba diving:
- For starters, you are headed to one of the hidden gems of the coast of Karnataka
- Explore the scenic beaches of Gokarna and trek along the coastline to experience sheer beauty
- Your journey starts at the serene Paradise Beach and then continues to the stunning Half Moon Beach
- Stop at the iconic Om Beach, where you can enjoy a local lunch
- Watch the sun set at the breathtaking Kudle Beach and enjoy the buzzing nightlife
- Another adventure awaits you at the campsite – dinner, bonfire, a starry sky and brand new friends
- Pay respect to the divine at Murudeshwar and get in touch with your spiritual self
- An enchanting ferry ride will whisk you away to Netrani Island, one of the cleanest diving sites in India
- Explore the vibrant world that lies just below the surface – even non-swimmers can do it
When you come on this journey with Plan the Unplanned, like we said, you only need your sense of adventure and childlike excitement, because we will take care of everything else. From your travel to accommodation, your meals to your dive instructor; we will even ensure that all your dive equipment is ready for you!
Heading back to Bengaluru, will be a renewed you – one that has a newfound energy and a desire to travel with Plan The Unplanned again!
Highlights
Day 0
‣ Depart from Bengaluru by 5:30pm
Day 1
- Arrive at Honnavar Stay
- Visit Eco Beach Honnavar
- Mangrove Kandla Board Walk
- Self-sponsored Lunch
- Visit Apsarakaonda Waterfalls/Bangara Kusuma Falls
- Honnavar Backwater Sunset Boat Ride
- Return to stay
- Dinner & retire for the night
Day 2
‣ Early morning freshen up and breakfast
‣ Depart for Murudeshwar by 6:00 am
‣ En route breakfast
‣ Ferry ride to Netrani Islands (~20 km)
‣ Dive briefing and basic training by certified instructors
‣ Scuba diving at Netrani Island (30 mins with photos & videos)
‣ Return to Murudeshwar Beach
‣ Freshen up at public washrooms/rooms
‣ Self-sponsored dinner
‣ Depart for Bengaluru
Day 3
‣ Arrive in Bengaluru by 6:00am
*All timings are an estimate and subject to change
Day 0 - Depart from Bangalore
Private Vehicle (A/C Push Back Seats Vehicle)
Meals Not Included
Your journey begins at Bengaluru when you are lost in the star-studded sky, with the city lights fading in the background. With excitement in the air, we begin with a few ice-breaking sessions - the best way to get to know your fellow trekkers and unwind from the long weekday stress. As the night lingers on, it’s best to settle down and fall into a short slumber - allowing your bodies and minds to get that much needed rest. Enjoy the calm and relax as we arrive at our start point for an exhilarating adventure ahead.
Day 1 - Adventurous Coastal Escape to Honnavar
Trek
Tents
All Meals
Your ideal day in Honnavar starts when you walk into your accommodation. Once you’ve settled in, start your explorations with a trip to the unspoilt Eco Beach – that’s ideal for taking an early morning peaceful walk along the lapping waves. Then it’s a short ride through the mangroves to where you can also spend time on a one-kilometre-long walkway through this unique ecosystem -the Sharavathi Kandla Mangrove Boardwalk, taking you deep into this calming and critical world of the mangrove forest. All that morning activity works up a hunger for your self-sponsored lunch, which is also the perfect time to enjoy some of the fresh and real "coastal" food you've read about, particularly seafood.
Afterwards, refreshed from the rest, enjoy a cool dip in the natural pond at its base—Apsarakonda Waterfalls, named after 'Pond of the Celestial Nymphs' is delightful. Traverse a short distance beyond from the falls and you will get to witness a jaw-dropping cliff-top lookout commanding panoramic views of the beach and the Arabian sea. Retrieve the finale of the day as golden hour approaches – a sunset boat ride along calm waters of Sharavathi River backwaters. Floating through fertile islands of the river, you'll see the sun set across a blanket of dazzling reds and oranges. As the sun sets, you head back to your stay to enjoy a nice restful dinner but with dreams about what all you experienced today in Honnavar.
Day 2 - Dive into Adventure: Scuba Diving at Netrani Island
Private Vehicle (A/C Push Back Seats Vehicle)
Stay Not Applicable
Meals Not Applicable
Wake up in an excitement to go under the sea- today you are going to see the underwater world of one of the most attractive lands in India. After a filling breakfast, we head out to Netrani Island, a coral reserve whose location in the Arabian Sea is 67 km out. Sometimes referred to as the heart-shaped island, such an uninhabited beauty cannot be explored on land, but its waters preserve secrets to which only the divers become witnesses of.
A reserved boat is available with bathrooms and simple snacks and food, and the 45-minute cruise to cover the Arabian Sea will be easy. Once on board, professional dive masters train you with an informative pre-dive introduction- safety measures, hand signs and hints that enable you to maximize your dive experience. Make sure your snacks are light, and your energy is constant, you have a dive to look forward to!
Gear up. Breathe. Dive in.
Get in deep blue with your teacher, and observe life in the colorful movement - flocking schools of fish, psychedelic coral walls and the silence that is present only in the ocean. It is not a dive; it is a personal experience with an unknown world.
Once back on top, have a light post-dive meal and get used to that adventure high. On the way back, we make a short halt in Murudeshwar, where you get a chance to freshen yourself up (self-sponsored). Before the trip runs out, laugh together, exchange stories, and have dinner with your fellow travelers.
When your head touches the pillow tonight, you will not hear the silence and instead, your ears will be filled with the soothing whims of the ocean, the heartbeat of Netrani, which will be echoed in your memories.
This is not just a dive. It reminds you of the worlds that exist when you decide to explore.
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Plan The Unplanned
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What’s life without adventure? Isn’t the real purpose of life to travel, to experience new places, and witness the sunrise from new mountaintops? This thought is what united Jatin and Tarun over a cup of chai, in spite of being from two unrelated backgrounds (CA and IT). They knew each other since the time Jatin was helping Tarun learn the ways of the wilderness through weekend treks and outings with another traveling group. Their love for traveling and trekking together motivated them to start something of their own. Thus was born “Plan The Unplanned”, where travel goals come true. Under the Companies Act, Plan The Unplanned is incorporated as Unplanned Journeys Private Limited They started their journey on unsteady ground, much like any other company, but they shared an infatuation for travel and adventure with their customers, which amplified their determination, and thus, Plan the Unplanned family keeps getting bigger every day! Just about any travel idea can come alive with Plan The Unplanned…treks, adventure activities like rock climbing, kayaking, rafting, backpacking trips across the country, cultural outings, photo walks; everything that fellow travelers need, to explore the great outdoors together. Well now that the wanderlust has kicked in and you can already see a vacation in your nearest future, here’s what we have to offer!
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Inclusions
- Round-trip via non-AC tempo traveller or minibus (based on group size) with push-back seats
- Cozy shared accommodation (tents)
- Separate zones for men and women
- 2× Breakfast • 1× Dinner
- Onward & return boat ride (Murudeshwar Beach – Netrani Island – Murudeshwar Beach)
- Light snacks served on the boat
- 30 minutes of scuba diving with an internationally certified instructor
- Scuba diving photos and videos
- All safety and dive gear: life jacket, snorkeling kit, scuba equipment
- Basic first-aid support
- Trained outdoor leader from Plan The Unplanned
- The overall experience that you gain during the trek
Exclusions
- Any meals beyond those listed
- Any kind of personal expenses
- Freshen-up facility at Murudeshwar after diving
- Any entrance fees
- Any kind of insurance (health, medical, life and accidental)
- Anything not expressly mentioned in the inclusions
Things to carry
✅ Soft copy of your Aadhaar or Voter ID (mandatory for permits)
✅ Warm layers, thermals, and weather-appropriate clothing
✅ Sunglasses, sun cap, and sunscreen for sun protection
✅ Extra cash for any meals not covered in your itinerary
✅ Small backpack to carry your essentials during the trek
✅ Compact raincoat or backpack cover to stay dry
✅ Power bank and charging cable for your phone
✅ Portable chargers for other electronics
✅ Flip-flops for lazing around the campsite
✅ Extra pairs of clothes to change into
✅ Poly bags to pack your wet clothes
✅ 2x one litre water bottles
PICKUP LOCATIONS
Indian Oil Petrol Pump HSR opp to Nandas
Yamaha Showroom Domlur
Yulu Zone near Cubbon Park Signal
KTM Mekhri Circle
Konkan Express near Yeshwanthpur Metro
Policy and more
For Departures from Bangalore: In the event that YOU cancel your trek, this is the cancellation policy we follow
- If you cancel before 7 days – 90% of the amount will be refunded
- If you cancel between 3 – 6 days – 50 % of the amount will be refunded
- If you cancel between 0-3 days – No Refund
- *Intimation Period means the number of days before the tour is scheduled to start
- **Cancellation Fee is the amount of money that will be deducted from the total billing amount before offering the refund.
- Refund/Cancellation requests are accepted only by email at [email protected] and not via call or Whatsapp.
Note: For All The Above Refund Cases Transaction Fees/Internet Handling Charges will be deducted from the overall amount and the balance amount shall be refunded. You can transfer your ticket to anyone so that you could save your hard-earned money
“Transfer to a future date is only possible only if you cancel between 3-6 days before the trek date and not on the day of departure or a day before”
For other trips and travels with us, and detailed terms and conditions check the following link : https://www.plantheunplanned.com/refund-cancellation-policy
Frequently Asked Questionss
Q: Would I be added to a WhatsApp Group once the trek is confirmed?
A: Yes, the Event Heasup mail would contain a link for Whatsapp Group through which one can join and interact with fellow travelers and outdoor leaders.
Q: Do I have any other boarding points apart from the ones mentioned?
A: Yes, we do have options for picking a traveler on board with a few locations provided they are on the route to our destination. The following are the same:
- Croma Store, Sony World Signal
- Trinity Circle Metro Station
- Yeshwanthpur Metro Station
- Goraguntepalya Metro Station
Q: Do I need to know Swimming?
A: Not at all. You need not know or have any experience in swimming. The divers will be your support throughout the dive.
Q: Is the trip safe for Women/Girls?
A: Yes, it’s much safe and sound. We have been organizing these treks over the years now and we always have had an equal ratio or sometimes we have women in the majority. We also have female outdoor leaders who are on board and lead the other trekking enthusiast. We have made sure our homestay/tent accommodation is separate for men and women.
Q: Would I be able to postpone to a future in case I do not attend the trek on the day of departure?
A: We are extremely sorry, you cannot postpone to any future date in case you fail to attend the trek on the mentioned date for any reasons whatsoever ( family/health/work emergencies ). You can write to us at [email protected] as regards and our team will get in touch with you on the same
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