Destination Features

The most popular attractions of Karwar are its palm-fringed beaches. Of them Devbagh Beach with pristine sands bordered on either side by casuarina trees offers diving and snorkeling facilities on the blue waters of the Arabian Sea. Koodi Bagh beach at the exact point where the Kali river flows into the sea, and the Kaju Bagh beach, brims with a cardinal atmosphere with the local gentry congregating every evening.

Karwar also hosts some ancient monuments. The Sadashivgad Hill fort atop a rocky hill on the outskirts of the town affords glorious views of the sunset and houses an ancient Durga temple inside its ramparts. The 300-year-old Venkataramana Temple in the town area contains some fine ochre paintings.

Excursions. This coastal town offers diverse getaway options. There is the popular Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary (110 km), with several species of exotic wildlife including elephant, leopard, gaur, civet cat, wild boar, spotted deer, flying squirrel, jackal, etc. Within the sanctuary are the Kavala Caves studied with wondrous stalagmite and stalactite formations. A 45-minute ferry ride takes you to Kurumgad Island, a secluded retreat blessed with unspoilt natural splendour.