Tucked away from the masses, Kaup is a long sandy beach with blueish water, rough waves, and palm trees everywhere. Located just 15 km from Udupi on Udupi-Mangalore highway, this place is bound to make any person skip a beat with its beauty. However, it is advisable not to take a swim as the waves might turn wild at any moment.
As you stroll through the beach you will come across a small fort built by Tippu Sultan, Jain Basadis which are in ruins, Mariamman temples, and a lighthouse that adds to the beauty.
Kaup Beach Lighthouse
Another great thing about the beach is a century-old lighthouse perched on a huge rocky base. Standing tall at 27.12 m, this lighthouse was built in 1901 to guide the sailors and warn them about the rocks. By the way, this lighthouse is still in operation.
It is a hard climb to reach the top of the lighthouse as the steps get steeper and steeper as you ascend. But the view from the top is simply unmatched, so it is absolutely worth taking the risk. Panoramic view of Arabian sea, skyline above, shore beneath you, greenery around, and the town nearby is a feast to eyes.
Not to mention, the dramatic view of the lighthouse with the sunset as the background is truly magnificent. This has been a dream destination for many photographers over the years, just to capture the shot of lighthouse with sunset.
Kaup Lighthouse Information
Timings: 7 Am to 5 Pm
Entry Fee: Rs 10 / person.
Entry Fee With Camera: Rs 20
Beaches here are very clean as there are not many stalls or hotels and travelers visiting this place are only a handful. You can find small eateries that provide a variety of fish dishes and local cuisines. Locals prepare most of the dishes in traditional Tulu style with a lot of coconut cream. Above all, the dishes are available at affordable prices and will never burn a hole in your pocket.
How To Reach Kaup?
As the place is tucked between Udupi-Mangalore highway, there is plenty of public transports from Udupi and Mangalore. You need to get down at Kaup Bus stand and the beach is just 2 km away from here. From the bus stop, you can either stroll or take an autorickshaw to reach the beach.
As the place remains less crowded, this makes way for a perfect secluded tour, which you crave occasionally. Additionally, this is a kind of place where you can sit and observe waves crashing on sands the whole day by doing nothing.
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