Karwar

Karnataka, India

Beach breakBeginner

At the southern end of Goa, Karwar in Karnataka marks the transition between Goa's tourist beaches and the more authentic Konkan coast, where the Arabian Sea delivers consistent beach break in a town more famous for its naval base and extraordinary Devbagh Island.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

OptimalW (270°)

WindowSSW–NNW (210°–330°)

Size–W 1.5–2.5m at 10–14s

Wind

Light to E under 15 knots

Tide

Mid tide

LowMidHigh

Season

Oct–Mar

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Beach break

Bottom

Sand

Shape

Multiple peaks along the main beach

Length

60–120m

Skill Level

•Who it's for: Intermediate surfers
•Why: Consistent Arabian Sea swell on an accessible beach break

Hazards

•Naval base proximity, some beach areas may be restricted
•Rip currents in bigger swells
•Jellyfish periodically

Local Tips

•Devbagh Island at the Kali River mouth is extraordinary, boat trip from Karwar harbour
•The Rabindranath Tagore beach is the main surf stretch
•Karwar's proximity to the Goa border makes it easy to combine with a Goa surf trip

Location

14.8121, 74.1319