Kenneth Anderson Trail

Cauvery North Wildlife Sanctuary

6-8 hours

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DISTANCE

40-70KM

MIN. GROUP SIZE

10

ELEVATION GAIN

500-1000M

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This weekend, pedal along Bengaluru's wild history, a time when people went duck hunting on Kanakapura Road and man-eaters thrived in these forests, an era when MG road was called South Parade. This trail is named after an Indian-born, British author named Kenneth Anderson who explored the many jungles of South India, especially those around Bangalore, in search of man-eating tigers. The route cuts through the forests outside the city, far away from the traffic and deep into the greenery. The clear blue skies blend effortlessly with the lush green landscapes as you cycle through these trails.  You won't see any tigers but you'll certainly have the experience of a lifetime!!
 
Kenneth Anderson was the shikhari everyone would call to deal with man-eaters that prowled the jungles that now fall under the Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuaries in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. If you've ever read his haunting tales of the region, you'll know about its rich biodiversity and intriguing folklore. Places such as Jawalagiri (Jowlagiri), Anchetty, Shoolagunta (Soolagunda, Sulekanta), BR Hills spring to mind when one reminisces his enthralling stories. His books never glorified hunting, but did speak a lot about wildlife, weaving through nostalgia-inducing details of the old city of Bangalore and its surrounding forests. His gripping stories are of real-life, near-death adventures on the very roads that we'll traverse. In the memory of the last White Shikari, the trails he frequented are named after him. We'll retrace, if not relive, his adventures on biking routes that snake through the jungles made famous in his books and soak in the charms of a time long past.

Itinerary

  • Meeting Time: 6:00 am 
  • Meeting Point: Chiguru Farm, a beautiful organic farm nestled in the Bilikal state forest
  • We will do a bike allotment & basic fit, followed by a ride briefing, before we start the ride at 6:30 am
  • A major chunk of the ride is through the Cauvery North wildlife sanctuary, passing by Kadushivanahalli, Jowalagiri, Thalli and other villages and townships mentioned in Kenneth Anderson's wildlife adventures 
  • Distance: L2 40 km  |  L3 70 km
  • Cumulative elevation gain (Total Ascent):  500 m  |  1000 m

What do the levels mean?

The Level 1 (Beginner) rides are ideal for those who want to get back into cycling after a long time and get a taste of bicycle touring. The Level-2 (Moderate) rides are intended for those who've done a few of our Level-1 rides (20-30 km). The Level-3 (Challenging) rides are suitable for those who've done some Level-2 rides (40-60 km) and want to take it up a notch. Level-4 (Extreme) are rides and tours which have a lot of difficult climbs and or difficult conditions like in high-altitude regions.

FAQs

What's included in the tour price?

  • Curated cycling and travel experience
  • Logistics planning
  • Ride refreshments (electrolytes/energy tabs)
  • Scrumptious home-cooked lunch made with organic produce at the farm  - authentic local cuisine
  • Support vehicle that will follow the riders
  • Mechanical support
  • First aid & emergency management

What's not included in the tour price?

  • Rental bike (available as an add-on)
  • Transportation of bicycle on request (available as an add-on)
  • Breakfast
  • Personal expenses
  • Transportation to the starting point and back (carpooling will be facilitated)
Cancellation & Refund Policy
- No refund in case of a NO SHOW.
- No refund on cancellations done less than 24 hrs prior to the start of the event.
- 50% refund or tour credits on cancellations done 1 to 7 days from the start of the event.
- 100% refund or tour credits on cancellations done more than 7 days from the start of the event.
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Customer Reviews (4)

Tushar Bansal

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Wonderful trail conceptualized by Pedal in Tandem. It's a beautiful trial especially during rains going through farms, temples, forests, villages. There are some tough uphill climbs especially the last one, but otherwise the trail is a breeze. We had breakfast in the middle of nowhere with full support from the vehicle that runs alongside for any issues. The icing on the cake was a scrumptious full blown organic lunch at Chiguru farm from the produce right next door. 
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Samir Kumar

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Easily, one of the best curated cycling routes accessible from Bangalore. You ride through hills, forests, and past lakes. Traffic-free roads, clean air, and a lovely landscape. With nice fellow riders, you ride at your own pace and soak in the scenery as you ride. A few slightly steep uphill sections, but the lovely downhills more than make up for these. A must-do-in-your-lifetime ride for anyone with even a slight love for cycling. 
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Sohini Mitra

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Of the routes I have ridden  with PiT,  the Kenneth Anderson ride moves me the most. There are others that are outstanding, but   Kenneth Anderson  pips all others to the post.  Cycling this route is an uplifting experience, as much for the undulating terrain and the last climb as for the stunningly scenic and serene landscape all along the ride.  Add to this the picnic breakfast and sumptuous lunch, and its an experience that leaves one wanting to return for more.  
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Sangharsha

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Another fabulous ride curated from PiT. I never imagined I would cycle amid forest, off road and the best part is all that uphill and downhill with misty roads. Hoping to do more rides :-)
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