Kerala Tasters: MTB MASALA

Even more spicy trail fun for 2025/26 SEASON!

From one day guided rides to multi-day self guided tours we have the perfect ride for you. Featuring super routes and rides to suite all abilities for those just keen on a taste of life on two wheels in Kerala, right through to our acclaimed 1000 km classic Coast-To-Coast tour.

We are based at the former summer palace of the Queen of Travancore set amongst some of  most scenic riding in the world here in Kerala and to back that up some of the world’s best tea, we not only drink it we know everything about it and love to share our knowledge with you. If you’re a coffee lover this is also the home of the famed monsoon-Malabar which is a great way to start the day while waking up to the birdsong.

Friendly people, authentic experiences, great food and routes only known to us; nobody knows this area better than our cycling team.

Grade: Beginner to Advanced: Bike Fitness required.

Day 1: Kuttikanam – Spice Mountains. Arrive early afternoon at Misty Resorts, Kuttikanam. Lunch followed by an afternoon singletrack ride through the diverse and stunningly beautiful Spice Mountains.
Ride Distance: 10km-20km | Terrain: Singletrack

Day 2: Kuttikanam – Periyar Tiger Reserve. After breakfast, ride straight from the door at Misty Plantation Resort for a super scenic ride through tea and cardamom plantations. Stop en route to experience a high-range tea shop and sample the delightful local snacks that fuel tea pickers through their daily routine. Return to Misty Resorts for lunch, then take an afternoon transfer to Periyar Tiger Reserve and Chrissie’s Guest House.
Ride Distance: 25-30km | Terrain: Plantation trails & singletrack | Ride Options: Multiple route choices, from relaxed rides to more technical taster loops.