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St. Mary's Island near Udupi - discover Timings, Water Sports, Activities, Best Time to Visit, trip duration, distance, near by places, location with route map & directions and photos. St. Mary's island is one of the prime places to visit in Udupi. Discover the details of St. Mary's island timings, nearby places, entry fees & things to do etc. St. Mary's Island St. Mary's Island, Udupi Overview St. Mary's Island Believed to be Vasco Da Gama’s first entry point into India before reaching Calicut; this island should be on every traveler’s list. The rock monoliths combined with white sand beaches form a splendid sight complemented by wildlife trekking trails. St. Mary's Islands are a group of four small islands off the coast of Udupi, Karnataka, India, known for their columnar basaltic lava formations. They are a National Geological Monument and a popular tourist destination, with a history of being the landing site of Vasco da Gama in 1498.