Pune to Hampi Cycling Expedition

The Kayakers is here to announce Pune to Hampi cycle ride. On this unique and supported cycling expedition, rider will explore the immense cultural heritage, historical and natural beauty of the region, while testing our own endurance and penchant for adventure.

On our journey to the city of ruins, we will come across a plethora of landscapes, people, passes and experiences.

The bicycle tours are always fun filled adventure and to be exposed to culture at the same time. They are both challenging and interesting and also infuse the spirit of adventure in people.

Overview:

Date – 15th Feb to 19th Feb 2020

Total distance - Pune to Hampi - 611km

Route – Pune – Satara - Kolhapur – Belgaum – Hubli – Gadag - Hampi

Gathering Point – Shivajinagar, Pune

Cost – 9999/- per person

Endurance – High

Note – Team the Kayakers will explore Hampi and nearby places from 20th to 22nd Feb. Participants can choose to join the team or one can explore on their own. Otherwise, participant can book return ticket on 20th Feb 2020.

Itinerary:

Day 1 – Pune to Satara

Distance – 112 km

05:00 am – Gather at Shivajinagar, COEP Hostel Gate, Pune

05:15 am – Ride will start from COEP Hostel gate

08:30 am – Breakfast and tea

01:00 pm – To have lunch (Veg/Nonveg) and relax

03:30pm – Ride continue

05:00pm – Evening Snacks and tea

06:00 pm – Finish ride at Satara and stay in hotel

08:00 pm – Dinner Veg/Nonveg

09:00 pm – Off to bed

Note – Charge your mobile phone and torch at night. You have to do the same till end of the ride.

Day 2 – Satara to Kolhapur

Distance – 122 km

05:00 am – Wake up call, freshen up and get ready

05:45 am – Ride start from Satara

08:30 am – Breakfast and tea

01:00 pm – To have lunch and relax

03:30pm – Ride continue

05:00pm – Evening Snacks and tea

06:00 pm – Finish ride at Kolhapur and stay in hotel

08:00 pm – Dinner Veg/Nonveg

09:00 pm – Off to bed

Day 3 – Kolhapur to Belgaum

Distance – 114 km

05:00 am – Wake up call, freshen up and get ready

05:45 am – Ride start from Kolhapur

08:30 am – Breakfast and tea

01:00 pm – To have lunch and relax

03:30pm – Ride continue

05:00pm – Evening Snacks and tea

06:00 pm – Finish ride at Belgaum and stay in hotel

08:00 pm – Dinner Veg/Nonveg

09:00 pm – Off to bed

Day 4 – Belgaum to Gadag

Distance – 160 km

05:00 am – Wake up call, freshen up and get ready

05:45 am – Ride start from Belgaum

08:30 am – Breakfast and tea

01:00 pm – To have lunch and relax

03:30pm – Ride continue

05:00pm – Evening Snacks and tea

08:00 pm – Finish ride at Gadag and stay in hotel

09:00 pm – Dinner Veg/Nonveg

09:30 pm – Off to bed

Day 5 – Gadag to Hampi

Distance – 103 km

05:00 am – Wake up call, freshen up and get ready

05:45 am – Ride start from Gadag

08:30 am – Breakfast and tea

01:00 pm – To have lunch and relax

03:30pm – Ride continue

05:00pm – Evening Snacks and tea

06:00 pm – Finish ride at Hampi and stay in hotel

08:00 pm – Dinner Veg/Nonveg

09:00 pm – Off to bed

Day 6 – Explore Hampi at your own or you can get bus from Hampi to Pune.

Note –

All above mentioned time lines are tentative and subject to weather, group size, capabilities of participants etc.

-The Kayakers holds the right to cancel the event due to unforeseen circumstances (for e.g. unfavourable weather)

Inclusions:

- Basic Mechanical Support throughout ride till Hampi

- 3:1 participants to coordinator ratio,

- Lady coordinator

- Hotel Accommodation AC or Non AC as per availability with attached toilets (2 or 3 people per room)

- Separate rooms for Ladies

- T-shirt

- Breakfast, lunch, evening snacks and dinner

- All guide and expertise charges

- First-aid assistance

- Puncture kit

Exclusions:

- Bus Fare from Hampi to Pune

- Any personal expenses, personal orders of mineral water, cold drinks etc.

- Anything other than mentioned above

Things to Carry:

- photo ID proof (Obligatory)

- Reusable water bottle 2

- Seat cover (Optional)

- 2 full sleeves t-shirt mostly florescent colour

- 2 pants

- Cycling Jersey and cycling shorts (Depend on participant’s comfort)

- Sports shoes and pair of socks

- toiletries (towel, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste etc)

- Sunglasses

- Balaclava or Bandana to recover your face from sun rays.

- Cycling gloves

- Headlight and taillight with extra batteries.

- Reflective jacket

- Power bank (Optional)

- Sunscreen

- Personal Medicine

- Supplements like Protein Bar, Energy Gel etc. (This is just for recovery. We can recommend which protein bar and Gel is good to carry, if anybody needed)

Note – Everyone should carry minimum stuff with them. Otherwise it is very difficult to ride with unnecessary luggage. You can buy dry fit t-shirts and pants which are light weight. Cycling bags. One can attach a carrier to their cycle to carry luggage, but best way to buy a small bags which can easily set to middle bar or handle of the cycle.

Important notes:

1. Please contact The Kayakers to inquire about the availability of seats before registering for the ride.

2. A basic knowledge of cycling is expected of everyone joining this ride.

3. For those who can’t ride a cycle due to any reason, a vehicle like private or Government bus or cab can be arranged to take you nearest halt during the cycling tour. Team The Kayakers will take this call whether to quit or continue the ride depending on participant’s situation.

4. There will be a fair amount of distance through the course of this trip. This experience is not advised for people who have any physical ailments and can’t ride for long distances.

5. The Kayakers will design training program for all riders. Everyone should try to follow this training. We will do atleast 2 or 3 long practice ride together before Pune to Hampi ride to understand rider’s capabilities and coordination between each other’s.

6. MANDATORY: Medical Certificate will be compulsory at the time of reporting only (with 30 days of validity) duly signed by registered Medical Practitioner (MBBS / MD only) along with his registration number and stamp.

* Notice to Participant for any illness or injury:

You are advised to take personal insurance cover for your journey and other related matters. Extensive and painstaking preparations have gone into the planning of mountain biking routed for your safety. Our field staff and experienced camp leaders have been visiting the area to check all details. While every care has been taken to ensure safety, The Kayakers cannot be held responsible for any accident, illness and such other unforeseen eventualities.

All participants are required to bring their original Photo ID proof.

N.B: Without Medical fitness Certificate do not claim your registration as confirmed.

For bookings and enquiry:

Name of the programme coordinator: Mangesh Dongare / Varsha Gaikwad

Contact Number: 09960108321/ 09764779444

Email address: mailtokayakers@gmail.com