About Trasi Beach
Trasi Beach is a sandy coastal stretch located at Trasi village in Kundapura taluk of Udupi district, Karnataka, along the Arabian Sea and National Highway 66. Known for its long, clean shoreline, relatively uncrowded setting and scenic sunset views, the beach is flanked by fishing hamlets and coconut groves. It offers a tranquil environment for walks and photography, situated between Kundapura and Bhatkal near Maravanthe Beach.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a long, wide sandy shoreline along the Arabian Sea with relatively calm and uncrowded surroundings. The beach features fishing boats, small fishing hamlets, and coconut palms along the coast. There are open areas for walking, photography and sunset viewing. Facilities are limited and the setting is natural and tranquil rather than commercialized, with the highway running close to the shoreline near Maravanthe.
Key highlights
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Long, clean sandy shoreline along the Arabian Sea
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Relatively secluded and less crowded compared to major Karnataka beaches
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Scenic sunset views over the Arabian Sea
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Views of local fishing boats and traditional fishing activity
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Proximity to Maravanthe Beach and NH-66 coastal highway stretch
Culture & Context
The beach is part of the coastal fishing culture of Udupi district, with local fishing communities operating boats and nets along the shore, reflecting the traditional livelihood of coastal Karnataka.
Route
| By air | Mangalore International Airport (IXE) about 90-100 km south is the nearest major airport |
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| By train | Kundapura Railway Station on the Konkan Railway, about 12-15 km away, is the nearest major railhead; Bhatkal Railway Station is also nearby |