West Coast Odyssey

Cycling along the Konkan Coast

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200KM

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Beautiful coastal rides on beachside and village roads - one needs nothing more!
The West Coast Odyssey covers the beautiful Karnataka coastline of Padukere, Mulki, Kapu, Malpe, Pithrody and more. This year's edition begins in Agumbe in the Western Ghats and descends down to the coast. You'll be riding ~200 km over 3 days, with many stunning sights along the way. Several route sections run through little slivers of land wedged between the Arabian Sea and the backwaters. While not on the saddle, you'll be participating in kayaking lessons, exploring the mangroves and watching beautiful sunsets on pristine beaches. This is the cycling holiday you've been dreaming of!

This idyllic coastline is the best place to get away for a few days from the city. The people are warm and hospitable, the beaches are pristine and the sunsets are to die for!

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Itinerary

Day 1:

Arrive in Karkala by nightfall.
Tour briefing and preps.
Overnight stay.

Day 2:

We start off the tour by riding to some select historical sights in the beautiful coastal town of Karkala
After breakfast, we'll ride down to Padukere beach, located on the Konkan coastline. The route for the day will take you down winding forest and countryside roads that weave in and out of the foothills of the Western Ghats.
Ride Distance: 80 km | Cummulative Elevation Gain: 800 m | Cummulative Elevation Loss: 900 m
For the night, we'll stay at a beautiful seafront homestay on Padukere beach.

Day 3:

We'll first ride down to the ferry point to take a ferry across from Kodi to Bengre. From there, we ride south along the beach roads and make our way to a delta viewpoint. This area is known for its beautiful beaches and serene backwaters. After taking in the sights at the delta, we'll return along the same route back to Kapu. This route is one of the most beautiful cycling routes in India. Several sections of the ride are on the slivers of land wedged between the Arabian Sea and the backwaters of the Padukere, Sita, Suvarna and Udyavara rivers.
Ride Distance: 104 km | Cummulative Elevation Gain: 450 m | Cummulative Elevation Loss: 450 m
Overnight stay at a beautiful seafront homestay on Padukere beach

Day 4:

We'll ride north to the Kodi Delta viewpoint and then take a ride along the backwater trails near Kundapura. This area is known for its stunning views of the waterways and is a great place for kayaking and other water sports. After exploring the backwater trails, we'll loop back to the homestay.
Ride Distance: 50 km | Cummulative Elevation Gain: 250 m | Cummulative Elevation Loss: 250 m
Overnight stay at a beautiful seafront homestay on Padukere beach

Day 5:

We start the day with some kayaking in the Padukere river with a reputable water-sports operator, so you can trust that you'll be in good hands with their experienced and knowledgeable staff. As we set out, we'll be greeted by crystal-clear waters and stunning surroundings. One of the highlights of this experience is the opportunity to catch the sunrise over the water, which casts a golden glow over the river, creating a truly breathtaking sight. We'll also have the opportunity to kayak through the mangroves of this river, which are home to a wide variety of plants and animals, giving us an up-close and unique perspective on this ecosystem as we paddle through the narrow waterways. Whether you're a seasoned kayaker or a beginner, you can be sure to have a great time!
Depart by noon