Across the plains to Batlagundu, then a long, steady ghat climb to Kodaikanal at over 2,000 metres. You need a Tamil Nadu e-pass to get in.
Distance112 kmApprox. distance
Riding time~3 hrsApprox. ride time
Best seasonSep – JunIdeal time to ride
DifficultyIntermediateOverall rating
Ride details
Road typeVia Batlagundu and the Kodai ghat road
Road conditionMostly smooth
Fuel availabilityLimited
Best forSolo riders & groups
Plan for1 day
Places to stayEasy to find
Fuel stopsApprox. 28
MechanicsApprox. 9
HospitalsApprox. 200
Mostly smooth
Four-lane highway to Batlagundu, then a long two-lane ghat with many bends, well surfaced but busy with buses at weekends. Fog is common near the top. The e-pass rules have changed several times, so check before you go.
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