River Cruise Tourism in Karnataka Soon?  Would Cruise Tours along the Karnataka Rivers become a reality?

Cruise Hubs along the rivers of Karnataka seem like a distant dream, but what if we told you that this distant dream can become a reality very soon? The Tourism Department of Karnataka is getting ready to introduce a variety of river circuits for cruises along the city's national waterways.

These waterways are a part of 5 major rivers in the state. This network of waterways along the city would provide the locals with new business opportunities and prospects after being used to harbour cruise travel. The department has shared its ideas to constructively use the natural resources of the land to birth new travel business ideas for domestic as well as international travellers.

The goal is a part of the overall prospect of enhancing the city’s tourism portfolio with more dynamic, comfortable, and easy methods of exploration.  A vital aspect of the whole deal would be the construction of an international cruise port at Someshwara, nearby of Mangluru. The aid of such a port would definitely help tourism in the coastal region helping in the boost necessary for making this whole project a runaway success.

Further, the plans are to direct the cruise along the Kali, Sharavathi, Gurupura, Netravati, and Kabini Rivers. This would further help empower the local businesses of all the places the river passes from.

The travel department has shared its comprehensive plan and directives to be open to support from private operators and Investors who are willing to invest in the infrastructure development of the project.  The plan also Delineates the benefits the said project would bring to the local tribes that are known for being highly dependent on the river systems.  Apart from all the other benefits, the tourism department has also shared ideas through which they would be able to do all of this in an eco-friendly manner without any foreseeable impact on the environment; the true scope of these ideas would be clearer in the future only.

The cruise would not be the only singular addition to the whole prospect as the plans include various other activities aimed at promoting the city’s cultural and historical heritage. The inclusion of tourism along with that of tour around historical landmarks, would most certainly offer the tourists a diverse range of experiences. This new addition, along with a push in the tourism to historical landmarks, would definitely put the tourism of the city in the limelight.

All such changes are being considered to be elemental in revamping the state of tourism in Karnataka.

Mangluru International Cruise

Karnataka Maritime Board is considering building a port at Someshwara, which would be conveniently located near the Mangluru International Airport. This port would be specifically built for Cruise Ships, yachts, and various other tourism-related activities. This would further help enhance the region's appeal as a tourism destination.

While these advancements and establishments will take time to be fully prepared, you can still visit the location and enjoy. Karnataka has a lot to offer that you can easily discover. Here is a list of a few places that every traveller headed to Karnataka should visit.

Badami

The location is famous for its intricately carved cave temples, which every traveller should witness. Badami showcases the rich cultural heritage of Karnataka. Travellers can easily witness the cultural changes and the ways of the past by visiting Badami. Badami is also quite famous for its prominent idols of Lord Vishnu, Shiva, and Jain gods like Mahavira. One of the best times to visit the location would be October to March.

Mysore

Grand palaces, absolute marvels of architecture, expansive gardens, and temples welcome you to the city of Palaces. Consider Mysuru a blend of new-age modernism and old-age grandeur. If you plan to visit, we recommend that you do so during the months of October – February.

Agamben Waterfalls

If you are planning a weekend getaway in Karnataka, we recommend you witness the majestic falls of Agamben.  The beauty of the falls is itself a marvel to behold, coupled with the greens surrounding it, it would be a sight to behold. If you seek a chance to rejuvenate and freshen up your perception, this would be one of the best places to explore.

Ottinene Secret Beach, Baindoor

There is a point where the river meets the sea that can be a spot for relaxation or maybe a picnic. Not many people know about the place, so it’s possible that it is vacant most often.So plan an excursion to the spot and ensure you capture the beauty of the place on your camera. 

Mullayangiri

One of the highest peaks in Karnataka located at the height of 1,930 m, the peak has been named after the renowned sage Mullapa Swamy, for all of the tracking enthusiasts around this could be the best possible place. The peak is widely renowned for its treacherous routes along with the beauty its presents to all its travellers.  If you are planning a trip from Bangalore this place is not that far away from Bangalore making it a perfect weekend getaway option.

While the possibility of travelling around the rivers of Karnataka would take time we would suggest that until then all of the travellers out there explore the other locations that have been enlisted in the blog. the plans to revamp the tourism image of Karnataka would surely involve new ideas and plans to push the branding as well as the image of older places such as Badamia and Agambern Waterfalls. 

With all such changes, the tourism in all of these spots would surely rise and give birth to a new image that would drive foreign tourists to book and travel through the river cruises.  If until then you ever plan to visit the place and need a vehicle to travel about always remember about RenTrip.