Embark on a 440 km round-trip bike ride from Bangalore to the wilderness of Kabini, on the old Mysore highway and the quiet HD Kote road. This 2-day ride offers wildlife safaris in Nagarhole National Park and slow evenings by the Kabini backwaters. Ideal for solo riders seeking a quick escape into nature, with an estimated fuel cost of ₹1,300.
Leave early on Mysore Road and stay on the service roads and the old highway through the towns. Fuel up before you leave the city.
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Thatte idli and filter coffee at Bidadi or one of the big highway restaurants around Ramanagara.
55 km
Take the Mysore Outer Ring Road around the city and turn onto the HD Kote road (SH33).
150 km
Top up your fuel tank at one of the reliable petrol pumps at Handpost, as options become sparse closer to Kabini. Stretch your legs.
195 km
Reach your chosen resort in Kabini. Check-in and relax before your afternoon activities. Ensure you arrive before forest gate closures if applicable.
215 km
Join a jeep or boat safari into Nagarhole National Park. Safaris run only in forest department or resort vehicles, so your bike stays at the resort. Book ahead; weekend slots sell out.
215 km
Opt for another early morning safari for different wildlife sightings, or enjoy a guided nature walk/birdwatching session around the backwaters.
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Savor a hearty breakfast at your accommodation before checking out.
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Spend an hour by the backwaters for birds, elephants on the far bank and photos before you leave.
5 km
Complete check-out formalities and begin your return ride towards Bangalore.
5 km
Lunch in Mysore before the ride home. Allow an hour.
85 km
Ride home on the old highway and service roads, reaching Bangalore by early evening.
225 km
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