Adventure Rides
IBW 2026: GHATS, TRAILS & TIDES
A 7-day tour that puts India Bike Week at the heart of the journey: highway runs, off-road trails, ferry crossings and the Konkan coast.
- Bengaluru
- Kolhapur
- Koyna
- Panchgani (IBW)
- Konkan
- Bhatkal
- Bengaluru
- Distance
- 2,190km
- Duration
- 7days
- Dates
- 2–8 Dec 2026
- Difficulty
- Challenging
- Bike
- 350cc+
- From
- ₹21,500
About this ride
Get ready for a seven-day motorcycle adventure built around highway miles, off-road trails, backwater camping, ferry crossings, mountain roads and the Konkan coast.
The ride begins with a long 750 km highway run from Bengaluru to Kolhapur, followed by a dedicated trail day featuring 50 km of off-road riding and a stay beside the Koyna backwaters. From there, we cross by ferry towards Panchgani and Mahabaleshwar, explore the Western Ghats and experience India Bike Week 2026.
The return journey takes us deep into the Konkan, riding from Panchgani through Dapoli and Ganapatipule with two ferry crossings, followed by a 470 km coastal run to Bhatkal, Karnataka. The final day brings ghat roads, another ferry crossing and a 500 km ride back to Bengaluru.
Highlights
- India Bike Week 2026 at Panchgani
- 50 km of off-road trails and a backwater stay
- Western Ghats and long ghat-road climbs
- Four ferry crossings along the Konkan
- Coastal roads from Dapoli to Bhatkal
- Long-distance highway runs, 2,190 km in total
Day by day
Open route in Google Maps-
The long haul north 750 km
Bengaluru → Kolhapur → Umbraj
Flag-off at 5:00 AM for a full highway day.
- Odometer
- 750 km
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Off-road trail day 150 km
Umbraj → Koyna backwaters
A dedicated trail day with 50 km of off-road riding, ending with a stay beside the Koyna backwaters.
- Odometer
- 900 km
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Ferry to Panchgani 50 km
Koyna → Panchgani
Ferry ride, then on to our Panchgani stay and an afternoon exploring Mahabaleshwar.
- Odometer
- 950 km
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India Bike Week 2026 No ride
Explore around Panchgani, then a full day at India Bike Week 2026.
- Odometer
- 950 km
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Konkan ride 270 km
Panchgani → Ganapatipule
Down to the Konkan through Dapoli to Ganapatipule, with two ferry crossings.
- Odometer
- 1,220 km
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The coastal run 470 km
Ganapatipule → Bhatkal
A 470 km coastal run to Bhatkal, Karnataka.
- Stay
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Gursale resort
- Odometer
- 1,690 km
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Ferry and home 500 km
Bhatkal → Bengaluru
Ghat roads, one more ferry crossing and a 500 km ride back to Bengaluru.
- Odometer
- 2,190 km
Where you'll stay
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4 photos
Night 1 · Wed 2 Dec
Collection O Sunset Point Pangari Formerly Riveria
Featuring comfortable, air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities near Wilson Point and Venna Lake, making it an ideal base for exploring Mahabaleshwar.
- Secure bike parking
- Hot water
- Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioned
- Power backup
- Pool
- Lake / sea view
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Night 2 · Thu 3 Dec
Koyna backwater camp (sample)
Cottages by the Koyna backwaters. The off-road day ends with a lake view, a campfire and dinner together.
- Secure bike parking
- Hot water
- Restaurant
- Lake / sea view
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5 photos
Nights 3–4 · 4–5 Dec 2026
Panchgani hill resort (sample)
Two nights close to the India Bike Week venue, so you can enjoy the festival and come back to the same room.
- Secure bike parking
- Hot water
- Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
- Laundry
- Power backup
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5 photos
Night 5 · Sun 6 Dec
Ganapatipule beach villa (sample)
Garden villa a short walk from Ganapatipule beach, with a pool to cool off after the ferry crossings.
- Secure bike parking
- Hot water
- Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioned
- Pool
- Lake / sea view
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3 photos
Night 6 · Mon 7 Dec
Gursale resort
nestled in the scenic Koyna region.
- Secure bike parking
- Hot water
- Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
- Air-conditioned
Packages
Bookings close 20 Nov 2026
Included
- 6 nights stay, twin or triple sharing
- Breakfast and dinner every day
- Ride captain, route planning and daily briefings
- WhatsApp group with live location during the ride
- Scoutriders ride kit: patch and sticker
Not included
- IBW 2026 entry (buy the Event Ticket separately)
- Fuel, tolls and ferry fares
- Lunch and personal expenses
- Bike repairs, spares and towing
- Travel insurance
Before you ride
- Valid driving licence for motorcycles, RC, insurance and PUC
- Riding jacket, gloves, boots and a full-face helmet (ISI or DOT)
- Bike serviced within 2 weeks of the ride, tyres with at least 50% tread
- Puncture kit and basic tools
- Rain gear and a waterproof bag for documents
- Experience of at least one 300 km day ride
From the saddle
Cancellation & refunds
- IBW tickets: strictly non-refundable and non-transferable at any time. No monetary refunds will be issued under any circumstances.
- Standard tickets: must be cancelled before 20 November 2026. Any cancellation on or after 20 November results in 100% loss of ticket value.
- Non-transferable: tickets cannot be reassigned or sold to another person.
Questions riders ask
Is India Bike Week entry included?
No. The 7-Day Expedition Pass covers the ride, stays and meals. Buy the IBW 2026 Event Ticket on this page as well if you want festival entry.
What does the 7-Day Expedition Pass include?
Six nights of stays and two meals a day, plus the ride captain and route planning. Fuel, tolls, ferry fares and personal expenses are extra.
Which motorcycle do I need?
Any well-maintained motorcycle of 350 cc or more. Day 1 is a 750 km highway run and day 2 has off-road trails, so make sure the bike is serviced and the tyres are in good shape.
How hard is the off-road section?
About 50 km of dirt and gravel trails to the Koyna backwaters. The ride is rated Challenging. If you are new to off-road riding, talk to the ride captain before you book.
Where and when does the ride start?
Bengaluru at 5:00 AM on 2 December 2026. The exact meeting point is shared in the WhatsApp group a week before the ride.
Can I bring a pillion?
Message the ride captain on WhatsApp first. Long highway days and off-road trails are tiring two-up, so we confirm pillions case by case.
Can I cancel my booking?
The ride ticket can be cancelled before 20 November 2026. The IBW pass is never refundable. See Cancellation & refunds for the details.