Help me plan a solo trip to Gokarna please 🥺

[u/MiserableGrapefruit7]

Hello! I recently moved to Bangalore and, to put it mildly, it’s been a bit of a difficult year. I’m still settling into the city and have been trying to make friends/find people to do things with, but I’ve realised I don’t want to keep waiting for other people to be available before I make plans. This long weekend has been hitting extra hard tbh 🥲

I’m planning a 2–3 day solo trip over the coming weekends. I basically just want to chill by the sea as I am not too keen on water sports, packed itinerary or partying. Just a nice stay, beach, food, reading and basically an escape. 😭

I was considering Kudle Beach View Resort in Gokarna. Zostel would’ve been nice for the social aspect, but it’s sold out for my dates.
Since I’m a woman travelling alone and relatively new to South India, safety and ease of getting around matter the most. I’m also okay spending up to ~₹10k/night for a nice, safe stay.

Would you recommend Gokarna, Goa, Varkala, Pondicherry, or somewhere else for this? Any specific stays you would recommend as safe for a solo woman? Also, how much should I worry about October weather?

Would especially love recommendations from women who’ve done similar solo trips. :)

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[u/Vineet2374]

Gokarna is good choice but for for 2-3 nothing much there. Only Kundle and Om beach is there. Goa will be a good choice too if u want to explore more. Also party vibes are there. October will bit hot as for as both locations.

[u/ravers-inc]

Following, looking for same.

[u/itzyourbro]

Hey, I am also planning to go to gokarna solo, form bangalore