The route also features a leisurely stop in Kannur by the beach, where we can enjoy Ayurvedic massages and unwind amidst the tranquil surroundings. We cruise through Madikeri and Chikmagaluru, encountering lush forests, fragrant coffee plantations, and charming villages along the way.
Each leg of this adventure motorcycle trip promises an exhilarating ride, punctuated by moments of awe-inspiring beauty and cultural immersion. Whether you’re roaring along winding country roads or enjoying the pool at a jungle resort, we guarantee an unforgettable experience, that will deepen your bond with the diverse and captivating landscape of South India.
1.360 km
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Welcome to our base at the beach. Take a deep breath and relax, jump into the refreshing pool or the Arabian Sea.
Have a seat on your Enfield. Get her adjusted to your needs by our mechanic. Meet your fellow riders and our crew over a cold drink at the dinner table and take a good night of sleep before it gets really exciting.
80 km
On your inaugural day with the Enfields, we’ll keep it relaxed and leisurely, giving you a taste of the typical traffic and road conditions ahead. Departing from the bustling coastal region, we’ll gradually transition into serene rural landscapes before navigating our way along a winding road to the refreshing coolness of the forested area surrounding the magnificent Athirappilly Waterfalls. Resting for the night, we’ll be accommodated in a secluded, modern villa nestled beside a picturesque jungle river.
140 km
Over beautiful roads we will ride our Enfields deeper into the forest and mountains of a wildlife sanctuary. Everyday we pray to all available Gods that the road isn´t closed due to wild Elephants being actually wild.
We pass the small town of Valparai and turn North over endless curves through tea plantations and 40 hairpin bends down to the plains where we will soon reach our destination, a luxury resort that’s nestled in a coconut grove in the serene countryside of Pollachi.
170 km
Today we´ll speed across industrial plains bypassing the big city of Coimbatore to reach the foot of the mountains up to the Wayanad plateau.
We wind our way over hairpin bends through dense jungle, breathtaking views and monkeys up to our destination of the day, the town of Coonoor on 1800 meters above sea level. On our way up the temperature will drop noticeable. Nesting high above the plains a cozy little resort will cater us with excellent food and exceptional accommodation.
130 km
In north-western direction our journey leads us over the elevated plateau of Wayanad towards the town of Sulthan Bathery.
The climate is very pleasant and the road is legendary amongst riders and puts smiles in enthusiasts faces for its soft curved line through the hills of the tea plantations.
Adjacent to wide paddy fields, in a small forest, lies our wild and naturally beautiful resort for the night.
150 km
Over a nice road, good surface, through cool forest and some downtown traffic (what a mix) we reach a steep sheer leading us down to the coastal areas of the Kannur district.
Just like the climate, traffic is slowly changing to hotter.
Still rural areas dominate as we approach our next two days stop near the city of Kannur.
Get ready to relax from the past days on the road in a lovingly run resort on a cliff right at the Arabian Sea. Sleep tight with the sound of the waves in your ears.
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Relax. Enjoy the delicious homemade traditional food. Enjoy the beach and the warm Ocean. Enjoy the view to the horizon.
Do you want an Ayurvedic massage? Do you want to visit the vivid Kannur Market? Do you really want to smell the fishing harbour? Do whatever you please on our day off. We’ll help you make it happen.
125 km
Starting from Kannur, we leave coastal traffic behind for Karnataka. Ascending the Western Ghats, we head to Coorg, known as the “Scotland of India”. Expect enchanting roads through lush coffee plantations, stunning scenery, and pleasant weather. Passing Madikeri, we continue on tiny forest road to a serene overnight stop nestled amidst the jungle—a truly tranquil spot.
145 km
Our journey starts in lush jungle and tea plantations, leading to Madikeri on flawless roads with stunning views. Beyond Madikeri, a scenic route perfect for motorcycling winds through pristine jungle and fragrant coffee plantations. With excellent road conditions and minimal traffic, this stretch offers an exhilarating ride. Further ahead, we pass picturesque paddy fields and rural life. A swift dash on well-maintained roads brings us to a cliff-top resort with panoramic jungle views at 1300 meters above sea level.
210 km
Starting from our resort, we begin our thrilling speed day on quaint roads. Cruising on well-maintained stretches, we navigate endless turns through stunning landscapes—a delight for motorcycling enthusiasts. Transitioning to a charming forest road, we leisurely traverse amidst serene surroundings and optimal conditions. Returning to our speedy route, we encounter minimal traffic and excellent roads, leading us to our evening stop at the majestic Jog Falls, one of India’s highest plunge waterfalls.
230 km
Our final day on the Enfields begins on a picturesque country road winding through verdant paddy plains, offering glimpses of tranquil village life. Despite occasional patchy spots, the mostly good road conditions add adventure. Transitioning to gently rolling hills with lush forests and quaint villages, we descend from the mountain range onto a narrow forest road. Emerging, we find a wide, impeccably paved road leading to the coast. Following the coastal highway, we reach our final destination – Agonda Beach.
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On our last day, we enjoy one final swim in the Arabian Sea before wrapping up our adventure. With memories of exciting rides and beautiful sights, we check out, ready to move on. As we bid goodbye to Goa, we carry the experiences of this journey with us, looking forward to future adventures.
What you book with us is an all-inclusive carefree package that covers for this motorbike experience. Depending on your needs for shopping, alcohol, beauty treatments or charities we recommend a pocket money of 15 to 30 €uro / 1.500 to 3.000 INR per day.
Some ATM machines might not be filled all the times or might not accept your card.
Credit cards are accepted at big restaurants and shopping centres. Digital payments like Google Pay are quite common in India now and there are multiple options for it.
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Until your arrival at our base, all communication channels will of course remain open and we will be happy to assist you with any questions that may arise in the meantime.
Get all your required documents and adequate travel insurance and have a relaxed journey to South India.
We´re already looking forward to meeting you in person!
Facilities such as electricity, Wifi and laundry are available at accommodations.
For information on safety on the road please have a look at our “Safety” section.
A good thing about our guided tours is that you can rely on our trustful guides to have an eye on you.
As anywhere else in the world you can expect the odd pickpockets and conmen. But unlike other places, the locals will side with the tourists rather than their own people.
Malaria is not a risk in South India. There are big mosquitoes, but they cause nothing but the usual itching.
Dengue fever is endemic to South India, particularly during monsoon season, so good precautions such as strong repellants and nets are vital.
We´ll update you on precautions or restricions in case of any current medical situations like pandemics.
The South of India is only a short distance away from the equator and therefore enjoys a tropical climate. While winter is freezing Europe, we are in dry season with plenty of sunshine and warm temperatures in the lower areas without much rain or humidity. The average daily temperature there is 28°C. At the hottest point of the day the temperature can rise up to 32°C. Evenings cool down to a pleasant 23°C after sunset.
In the higher areas on our routes the daytime temperatures are on average around 20 – 22 °C, while during the nights, the temperatures can go as low as 9 °C.
So make sure to bring some warm clothes as well. Proper rain gear to pull over should do the job.
The sea temperature is comfortably high all-year round and with 29°C even higher than the average air temperature!
We want our riders to be fit enough to ride for 4-7 hours in a day under sunny conditions. While experience in long rides is not mandatory, it is always better that you have a few hundred kilometres of ride under your belt.
Please check with your doctor if you have any preexisting medical conditions.
On our route we will ride over pretty much everything that can be described under road surfaces.
We will glide over brand new mountain curves and cruise four-lane highways abruptly leading on pothole dappled country roads, encounter narrow downtown alleys as well as slowly maneuver over gravel and sand sections.
Don´t worry about the motorbikes handling, the Enfield is built precisely for the broad spectrum of Indian road conditions.
All our routes are tested and carefully selected by us while we go for our scouting rides. It is our constant endeavor to select routes which are safe and comfortable for our rides. There might be unexpected/last minute obstacles which are out of our control. But rest assured, we will be best prepared for such eventualities.
For information on safety on the road please have a look at our “Safety” section.
Biking ain´t fun with an upset stomach. And while we cannot guarantee your system’s overall response to Indian conditions, we do place highest value on hygienic standards in our partner´s kitchens. All ingredients are fresh, washed with bottled water and no underdone food touches the plates.
Please do let us know in advanvce so that we can confirm its availability.
Your general luggage will travel right behind you on our service truck to free you from carrying this burden. But as this is a bike tour, we suggest riders to travel light. For things you´ll need on the road, like a bottle of water, sunscreen lotion or camera, we recommend a separate small backpack.
The space on our support truck is limited, so we request you to not exceed a luggage weight of 25 kg. We can arrange for your remaining heavy luggages to be stored safely while we are on the tour and can be retrieved at the end of the ride.
It has many advantages if the whole group rides the same bike. Our tour is accompanied by an Enfield mechanic and we are equipped with the most common spare parts. Also in terms of safety and cruising speed, having the same body type and engine throughout the group is of great advantage.
The cost to rent one of our Enfields is included in the price.
However if you want to take the ride on your own bike, please contact us for custom motorcycle adventure holidays
Unless you’re planning to occupy the Taj Mahal, you won’t get into trouble with the local authorities on a daily basis. But still there are a few laws and regulations to consider as a normal visitor to India:
Some temples do not permit entry to non-Hindus. Strict dress codes are followed in most of the temples. Footwear is banned inside the temple premises.
Nudity is not allowed in any Indian beach.
Visitors to most Indian houses leave their footwear outside before entering the house.
Hugging or kissing in public is not an accepted practice in India.
Expect heavy penalties including imprisonment for possession of narcotic drugs.
No, the guesthouses provide. Keep your luggage light, but don´t forget to pack your swimming things.
Hopefully you didn´t hurt yourself!
Our own insurance covers material damage you do to the motorbike and material damage and personal injury you do to third parties with the bike.
In case you did get hurt we carry a comprehensive first-aid kit and our entire crew is certified in first aid. The South has an advanced emergency medicine system, so in serious cases, you would soon be in the trustful hands of a professional medic. Your travel insurance will step in to cover these costs. One of the few requirements we place on you is that you take out travel insurance abroad.
This is a great pity, but of course it’s possible. You can find the detailed Cancelation Policy in our Terms and Conditions.
If our adventure motorcycle trips sound like fun, but you want to ride in a different time period, with your own group of friends, or on a different route, take a look at our options for your custom motorcycle adventure holidays!
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