Kali River Garden — Attraction in Karnataka

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Beyond its sensory appeal, the beach serves as a place of emotional and spiritual renewal. Many people find solace in the vastness...

We went to the Kali River Garden 🏡 to spend our evening near backwaters and enjoy Sunset. The garden is next to Kali river which runs 184 kilometers before joining the Arabian Sea ⛵. We reached around 1830h (around 30 mins before sunset) and parked our car outside the gate.

Parking Facility 🚗

We went on a weekday and the place was not very crowded, so we got parking easily. But on a weekend, parking may become an issue as there are only 15-16 slots for parking.

Tickets 🎟️

The counter was empty when we reached and the ticket cost us Rs 30 which is reasonable.

Facilities 🏕️

The garden has mesmerizing view of Kali River, Bridge and surrounding islands. There is small play area near entrance for kids. There are four tents rigged up on one side. One small cafe 🌮 "Bell Pepper" is there on the river end which serves snacks and beverages. Boats 🚣 are provided for leisure rides.

Photography 📸

There are many spots provided in the garden for photography like river side walkways, lighted "Incredible India" and "I ❤️Karwar" and some rock entrances.

Recommendation

The place is not big but good for hanging out with family and friends. As outside food is not allowed, you can't have a picnic there. Try to go on weekdays and during sunset 🌆 time. If you are planning for a water ride, dress appropriately. The food in the cafe is very decent. Utilise the time for capturing good photos...

This nice little garden has an amazing view. It's not a conventional garden i.e. it does not have trees and lots of plants. It's an open space next to the water front, which has a kids play area to the left and a small open ground to the right which can be rented for events and parties. The have a small parking area. Entry is free and is wheelchair friendly. They also have benches near the water front where you can sit and enjoy the view. The view - wide expanse of the Kali River flanked by the Kali River bridge on the left and Misty Mountains of the Western ghats to the right. You can get lost in the beauty of the view, especially at sunrise and sunset. They also have boat rides which are reasonably priced, they also provide safety gear for boat rides. Things I did not like, the water front is 5-7ft above the river bank but does not have a railing, which is a safety hazard. So you need to take special care when walking there. Overall, if you can watch your step and don't mind a bit of the jimmer jammer of the crowd, then this is the best place to relax in Karwar. (*The entry is no longer free - there is a RS 5.00...