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Kolkata to Digha and Mandarmani

A two-day coastal bike trip from Kolkata to Digha and Mandarmani, about 396 km in all on NH16 and NH116B. Spend the first afternoon on New Digha beach and at the Digha Mohana fish market, then ride to Mandarmani for the red crabs and a seafood lunch before heading home. Keep the bike off the sand at Mandarmani. Fuel is about β‚Ή1,200.

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πŸ“… Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Kolkata β†’ Digha

6:00 AM β€” Start from Kolkata

Begin your ride early from Esplanade, Kolkata, to beat the city traffic. Ensure your tank is full from a reliable fuel station on NH16.

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8:30 AM β€” Breakfast at Kolaghat

Stop at one of the big Punjabi dhabas on NH16 at Kolaghat for parathas and lassi.

60 km

10:30 AM β€” Quick break near Nandakumar

Stretch your legs and take a short break at the Nandakumar junction, a key intersection before heading towards Contai.

105 km

12:00 PM β€” Lunch in Contai

Enjoy a local Bengali meal at one of the eateries in Contai town before the final stretch to Digha.

145 km

1:30 PM β€” Arrive Digha & explore New Digha Beach

Check into your accommodation. Spend the afternoon relaxing at New Digha Beach, known for its well-maintained sandy shores and gentle waves.

183 km

5:00 PM β€” Digha Mohana fish market

Watch the evening catch come in at Digha Mohana, the fishing harbour near Old Digha, then have a seafood dinner.

190 km

Day 2: Digha β†’ Mandarmani β†’ Kolkata

8:00 AM β€” Morning ride to Mandarmani Beach

Ride 30 km along the coast to Mandarmani, one of the longest beaches in Bengal.

30 km

⚠️ Don't ride on the sand. Vehicles on Mandarmani beach have been restricted by local police at times, bikes get stuck in soft sand as the tide comes in, and the beach is red crab habitat. Park at your hotel or the beach-road parking.

9:30 AM β€” Water sports & Red Crab sighting at Mandarmani

Indulge in thrilling water sports like ATV rides or simply relax and spot the famous red crabs that dot the beach.

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12:30 PM β€” Lunch at Mandarmani

Savor fresh seafood and local delicacies at a beachside shack in Mandarmani.

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2:00 PM β€” Start return ride towards Kolkata

Begin your long ride back to Kolkata, retracing your path along the coastal highway.

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5:30 PM β€” Evening tea/snack break at Kolaghat

Take a refreshing tea or snack break at Kolaghat before the final stretch of your ride into Kolkata.

153 km

7:30 PM β€” Arrive Kolkata

Conclude your memorable coastal bike trip as you arrive back in Kolkata.

213 km

πŸ’° Cost Breakdown

Estimated Totalβ‚Ή4,200 - β‚Ή8,700
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  • Offline PDF, all 2 days12 stops
  • Fuelβ‚Ή1,200
  • Stayβ‚Ή1,500 - β‚Ή3,500
  • Foodβ‚Ή1,000 - β‚Ή2,500
  • Packing list for this route21 items

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