DISTANCE
Dandeli & South Goa Bicycle Tour
Dandeli, Kulgi, Canacona
7 Days / 7 Nights
BEGINNER
BEGINNER MODERATE
MODERATE
MODERATE CHALLENGING
CHALLENGING
CHALLENGING EXTREME
EXTREME
MIN. GROUP SIZE
10
ELEVATION GAIN
3760M
MAX ELEVATION
M
% UNPAVED
35%
% SINGLE TRACK
10%
Itinerary
Day 0: Sat 29 Oct 2022 - Arrival
- Arrive by nightfall at a farm, situated about 45 km from Dandeli
- Introductions and tour briefing
- Overnight stay in a farmhouse inside the forest
Day 1: Sun, 30 Oct 2022 - Off the Grid
- Forest trail ride (3-4 hours), ~25 km, 384 m elevation gain
- Trek to the top of Dudhsagar falls (2-3 hours)
- Picnic lunch en-route
- Overnight stay in a farmhouse inside the forest
Day 2: Mon, 31 Oct 2022 - the Rapids
- Ride to the rafting start point along the Kali river
- Ride distance: 45 km, Elevation Gain: 425 m
- Rafting: 3 hours, covering a few rapids
- Transfer to Kulgi
- Overnight stay in log-houses inside the forest
Day 3: Tue, 1 Nov 2022 - the Reservoir & the Reserve
- Transfer from Kulgi to the head of the trail for the day
- 40 km ride, mostly trail, some tarmac, 1000 m elevation gain
- The trail courses through the forest and touches upon several caves, a hanging bridge over a reservoir and some beautiful waterfalls
- Transfer back to Kulgi after the ride
- Guests who have chosen only the ride the Segment 2 of this tour will join the group at Kulgi before nightfall
- Overnight stay in log-houses inside the forest
Day 4: Wed, 2 Nov 2022 - the Descent & the Bay
- Safari in the Kali Tiger Reserve - 2-3 hours
- Transfer to the head of the trail for the day
- Ride down to South Goa via a forest trail and end the ride at Colomb beach. This is a unique way to get from one state to another, only bicycles can give you such a high!
- 65 km ride, 500 m elevation gain, 1000 m loss, tarmac + some trail sections
- Guests who have chosen only the ride the Segment 1 of this tour will depart from here.
- Overnight Stay on Colomb beach, overlooking a pristine bay
Day 5: Thu, 3 Nov 2022 - Sanctuary
- Ride into Cotigao and Nethravalli wildlife sanctuaries
- Ride distance: 50 km, Elevation Gain: 500 m
- Overnight Stay on Colomb beach, overlooking a pristine bay
Day 6: Fri, 4 Nov 2022 - Beach Hoppin'
- Ride along the South Goa coast, touching upon several pristine beaches
- 48 km ride, 950 m gain, tarmac with a few trail sections
- NYE on the beach in Colomb!
- Overnight Stay in Colomb, overlooking a pristine bay
Day 7: Sat, 5 Nov 2022 - Departure
- We check-out and depart from Goa before noon
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.
Accommodation:
The farm-stay in Dandeli where we'll be staying for two nights is quite literally off the grid and inside the forest. There is a waterfall a little natural pool and a stream, all inside the property.
The nature camp run by the Kali Tiger Reserve in Kulgi is designed to allow nature lovers to soak in the sights and sounds of the reserve. The property and its surroundings are a bird lover's paradise. Trekking and safari services are available close at hand.
The waterfront property in Colomb beach, Goa is a little slice of heaven wedged between the busier Palolem and Patnem beaches. Colomb is a bay so the waters are relatively still and form an idyllic setting to watch the sun go down while relaxing on the restaurant deck.
The nature camp run by the Kali Tiger Reserve in Kulgi is designed to allow nature lovers to soak in the sights and sounds of the reserve. The property and its surroundings are a bird lover's paradise. Trekking and safari services are available close at hand.
The waterfront property in Colomb beach, Goa is a little slice of heaven wedged between the busier Palolem and Patnem beaches. Colomb is a bay so the waters are relatively still and form an idyllic setting to watch the sun go down while relaxing on the restaurant deck.
FAQs
What's included in the tour price?
- Curated cycling and travel experience
- Transportation of bicycles
- 7 nights stay in memorable locations
- Meals on all days of segment 1 (Dandeli)
- Lead riders and guides from our crew of experts
- Support vehicle on all accessible roads
- Mechanic support
- Ride refreshments
- Entry fees, permits, vehicle parking
What's not included in the tour price?
- Personal expenses
- Transportation of riders to the starting point and back from the endpoint
- Meals in transit and those not mentioned in the inclusions
- Watersport fees (will be shared on actuals)
- Bicycle rentals (available as an add-on)
