Through Mysuru, Bandipur and Mudumalai, then up through Gudalur to the Nilgiris. The most scenic weekend from Bangalore, and the one with the most rules.
Distance298 kmApprox. distance
Riding time~8 hrsApprox. ride time
Best seasonSep – MayIdeal time to ride
DifficultyIntermediateOverall rating
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Ride details
Road typeVia Mysuru, Gundlupet and Gudalur
Road conditionMostly smooth
Fuel availabilityEasily available
Best forSolo riders & groups
Plan for1 day
Places to stayEasy to find
Fuel stopsApprox. 55
MechanicsApprox. 78
HospitalsApprox. 452
Mostly smooth
Bandipur and Mudumalai close to traffic from 9 pm to 6 am. The climb from Gudalur via Naduvattam is long and steady. Outstation vehicles need a free Nilgiris e-pass, and the Kalhatti ghat via Masinagudi has been reported closed to non-local vehicles.
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