Udupi homestay – Places nearby – Kaup Beach
A 10 minute drive from Balakrishna udupi homestay is the Kaup Beach. A beautiful, white sand beach. One of the most loved attractions on this beach is a beautiful light house. This century old light house built by the British, stands majestically on Kaup beach. Inside the lighthouse, the wooden furnishings, staircase, window panes are all made in classic English style and provide a delightful heritage experience to tourists. The viewing gallery of the light house offers some amazing panoramic views of the Arabian Sea and the coast of Udupi. Green palm trees lining the never ending beach line make a perfect picture.
Activities to enjoy on Kaup Beach:
Enjoy the beautiful views from the light house. Views of the coastal villages and green palms along the golden beach. The expansive ocean view looks truly majestic from the gallery of the light house. The heritage lamps on the gallery are beautiful. A romantic experience not to be missed for sure. Be sure to be there before 6 pm. Entry to the lighthouse is restricted after that. Carry some identity card. The security at the lighthouse might ask for it.
You can also have a refreshing tender coconut in one of the many palm leaf shacks on the beach. Horse rides and camel rides are common on the beach. Water sports is still not available here. Malpe beach offers water sports. There are large rock formations on this beach. Conquer one which is empty for yourself and enjoy the scenery!
If you are a sea food person, the beach shacks offers some great sea food delicacies. Freshly made in authentic local spices. Available in both fried and cooked varieties. Vegetarians can also enjoy some soft and puffy “idli” and crisp hot “dosa” here.