This adventure cycling tour begins in Dandeli and courses down to the southern part of Goa. The tour splits itself nicely into 2 segments and participants could choose to do either or both. The first is in Dandeli, the centrepieces of which are the majestic Kali river and the Kali Tiger Reserve through which the river courses. The reserve is spread across 500 sq. km and is home to a myriad species of animals and birds, some of which you may be fortunate to witness during the tour. These forests bristle with canopies of dizzying heights that resound with the songs of barbets, sunbirds, starlings and flycatchers, with the Malabar giant squirrel adding to the medley. The great pied hornbills are however the stars of the show and you might be able to catch them in their chirpy hordes.
Kali - the black river - gets its name from the dark coloured residue it garners as it cuts through dark volcanic rocks along its course to the Arabian sea near Karwar. The river is the lifeline of the people of Uttara Kannada district and central to the surrounding ecosystem and its world-renowned biodiversity. Some of our trails course through this rich ecosystem and provide an intimate view of the jungles and the villages tucked away deep inside them.
The second segment is in South Goa, covering the Cotigao and Nethravali wildlife sanctuaries as well as the beautiful beaches of the Canacona region. Soaking in the relaxed vibe of these beaches is the perfect way to end the tour!
As always, we've painstakingly found the best possible routes and we're super excited to take you deep into these magical places.