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| About: |
| Karnataka’s undiscovered gem, Devbagh is a destination with a difference. Pristine beaches, casuarina plantations and an eco- friendly environment beckon the adventurous tourist. SUSHEELA NAIR writes about this romantic getaway which offers complete privacy and solitude. “THE beach of Karwar is certainly a fit place in which to realise that the beauty of Nature is not a mirage, but reflects the joy of the Infinite within the bounds of form and thus draws us to lose ourselves in it”. Thus wrote Rabindranath Tagore when he was in Karwar in the early part of this century. To experience what Tagore meant, one has to visit Devbagh island in Karwar. |
| Location info: |
| Address:520 km from Bangalore. |
| District:Karwar. |
| Nearest City:Goa,Bangalore. |
| Best time to visit: For the right amount of sun and sand, the months from October to May will be ideal. |
| Climate/Weather: |
| Devabagh has a moderate temperature all through the year. Summers (March to May) are accompanied by warm climate with average temperature of about 33 °C. Typically tourists avoid the hottest month May for travel in Devbagh. Monsoons (June to September) are accompanied with very heavy rains and thunderstorms and most of the beaches are deserted during the monsoon periods. |
| Winters (Decemeber to February) are pleasant with average temperature hovering around 22 °C. Post Monsoons (September to November) are pleasant with intermittent rainfalls. This season provides Devabgah spectacular natural beauty. |
| History: |
| Interesting things to do: |
| Only Devbagh offers you a rare opportunity to experience first hand the life of the marine communities that dwell beneath the sparkling azure waters surrounding this secluded ivory beach resort. You can go scuba diving or Snorkelling under the supervision and guidance of our trained staff.Sit on the beach and take a chance to watch dozens of dolphins frolicking in the waters. Go on a round trip for several hours deep into the Arabian sea and look at several other islands like Kumaragarh, Oyster Rock, Anjudeep and Sanyasi. And all along, sea otters and dolphins will keep you company. The trawler trip costs Rs. 1,000 per trip, irrespective of the number of persons. Go trekking in the forest or work up a sweat at some beach sports. Enjoy the luxury of having your own beach for swimming and sunbathing. If lazing around is your idea of a holiday, then you could spend hours together doing just that, lying in your hammock under the shade of the trees. |
| Interesting things to Visit: |
| The Devbagh area is home to many tribal communities like the Halakki Vakkals. Many study groups have visited the tribal hamlets and have benefited by spending time at close quarters with these communities. You can visit the Karwar port and Karwar town, the aquarium, Karwar Beach, Biligiri Beach, Om Beach, Gokarna Temple as well as the Beach and the Kadra Dam all of which are within the 50-km radius of the resort. Yana is located a few hours away by road, and is an ancient limestone formation surrounded by thick forest. You can also trek the last 15 km and enjoy the beauty of the jungle en route. |
| Mobile range info: |
| How to reach? |
| Nearest Railway Station:Karwar is connected by the Konkan railway to Delhi, Mumbai & Mangalore. Some fast trains do not stop at Karwar; hence one has to get down at Madgoan or Ankola and catch a taxi or a slower train to Karwar. |
| Nearest Airport:You can fly to Goa Airport, and take a taxi. Devbagh is just 2 hours from there. |
| Road Transport:Overnight deluxe bus services are available from Bangalore. Buses also ply between Madgoan and Karwar at regular intervals. |
| Nearest Visiting places: |
| 1.Dandeli : 110 kms 2.Madgaon : 72 kms 3.Panjim : 110 kms 4.Mangalore : 270 kms 5.Gokarna : 55 kms. |
| Nearest Petrol Pump: |
| Karwar |
| Hotels/Lodge/Accommodation: |
| Jungle Lodges Devbagh Beach Resort, Karwar, Karnataka |
| Things to carry: |
| A wide-angle camera is a mustA few extra pairs of clothing might hold you in good stead as you might need it after a few dips in the beachSome sun tan lotion will helpCarry some dry snacks that you prefer just incase you might need it |
| Tips & Suggestions: |
| The beach package at Devbagh costs Rs.1,900 per night. Tariff for children between five and 12 years is half that and is complimentary for children below five. |
| Help Line/Phone Number: |
| Police Station:100 |
| Nearest Hospital:Karwar |
| Society/Community Phone Number |
