Things to do in Kumta, Karnataka
Kumta or Kumata is a town and taluk in the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India. It is one of the important stations along the Konkan Railway line running between Mumbai and Mangalore.
10 places to visit in and around Kumta, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
- 1Mirjana Fort
The Mirjan Fort is located on the west coast of the Uttara Kannada district in the southern Indian state of Karnataka. The fort known for its architectural elegance has been the location of several battles in the past.
Wikipedia - 2Kumta Beach
- 3Alvekodi Beach
- 4Vannalli beach
- 5Mangodlu beach
- 6Kadle beach
- 7Dhareshwar beach
- 8Holanagadde beach
- 9Gudeangadi Beach
- 10Ramanagindi beach
Best time to visit Kumta
Best weather: Nov–Feb.
- Jan26°CPleasant, Best months
- Feb27°CPleasant, Best months
- Mar29°CHot
- Apr30°CHot
- May30°CHot
- Jun28°CRainy
- Jul27°CRainy
- Aug27°CRainy
- Sep27°CRainy
- Oct27°CRainy
- Nov27°CPleasant, Best months
- Dec26°CPleasant, Best months
PleasantHotRainyBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 26°C | 0 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 27°C | 3 mm |
| Mar | Hot | 29°C | 12 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 30°C | 27 mm |
| May | Hot | 30°C | 109 mm |
| Jun | Rainy | 28°C | 705 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 27°C | 812 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 27°C | 617 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 27°C | 345 mm |
| Oct | Rainy | 27°C | 192 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 27°C | 45 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 26°C | 6 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER, adjusted for the town's height (2 m). Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Kumta
- Nearest railway station: Kumta (KT), 3 km away.
- Nearest airport: Dabolim Airport (GOI), 123 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Kumta costs
- Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Kumta is not included.
Compare Kumta with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kumta | – | Nov–Feb | 10 |
| Honnavar | 16 km | Nov–Feb | 10 |
| Idagunji | 33 km | Nov–Mar | 5 |
| Chitrapur | 45 km | Nov–Mar | 5 |
| Jog Falls | 49 km | Nov–May | 8 |
Distances in a straight line from Kumta; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Kumta?
The best known are Mirjana Fort, Kumta Beach, Alvekodi Beach, Vannalli beach, Mangodlu beach.
When is the best time to visit Kumta?
Best weather: Nov–Feb.
How do I reach Kumta?
Nearest railway station: Kumta (KT), 3 km away. Nearest airport: Dabolim Airport (GOI), 123 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Kumta cost?
Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Kumta is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.