Ascend from the coastal bustle of Kozhikode through the thrilling Thamarassery Churam into the misty hills of Wayanad. This 3-day solo motorcycle journey explores lush tea estates, ancient caves, and the legendary 1980's nostalgic cuisine before entering the wild heart of Bandipur Tiger Reserve, where safari operations have resumed with revised timings and safety protocols. A perfect mix of technical riding, heritage, and wildlife spotting.
Start early to beat the city traffic. Enjoy a quick tea near the beach. Fuel up at the BPCL pump on Wayanad Road.
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Stop for a classic Malabar breakfast. Try their pathiri and curry.
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The highlight of the day. Navigate 9 hairpin bends climbing 800m. Stop at Lakkidi View Point for photos of the serpentine road.
50 km
Famous spot in Kalpetta. Authentic Kerala meals served in a retro-themed traditional house setting.
75 km
Ride into the tea estates to reach the hostel. Relax and enjoy the sunset over Chembra Peak.
85 km
A scenic ride to Ambukuthi Hills. Hike up to see Neolithic petroglyphs (closed Mondays). Note: Edakkal Caves have a daily visitor limit of 1,920 people and often reach full capacity by noon; plan to arrive early.
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Ride to Sultan Bathery. Lunch at Jubilee Restaurant for local Biryani.
25 km
Visit the ancient Jain Temple nearby, known for its granite architecture and history associated with Tipu Sultan.
28 km
Ride towards the Karnataka border. The road passes through Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary. Watch for elephants.
45 km
Cross into Karnataka. The ride through the forest in the morning mist is magical.
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Reach the Bandipur Safari Point. Safari operations have resumed with revised timings (6:30 AM - 9:00 AM and 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM) and reduced duration (2.5 hours per trip). Take the bus safari to spot tigers, elephants, and gaurs.
20 km
Breakfast at the JLR property near the safari point.
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Trip concludes at Bandipur. You can continue to Mysore or ride back to Kozhikode.
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