Exploring Mumbai Differently
While traffic is a deterrent for most people who want to head out on a cycle, you can easily avoid all the congestion if you know the right routes to take. Next time when you are in the mood to go cycling, make sure you pick out a route from our list of the best cycling routes in Mumbai.
- Marine Drive To Fort
Starting from Churchgate to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus and then to the Fort area, there is a 15-kilometre long stretch where cyclists can enjoy the serene views of the seaside as well as explore the beauty of South Mumbai’s Victorian architecture.
The cycling trail goes along Sasson Docks and covers Crawford Market, Mumbadevi Temple, and Marine Drive. In between, a 3.5-kilometre road is covered in lush greenery making it an enjoyable ride. It gives you a chance to cycle through one of the most beautiful and busiest parts of Mumbai.
Approx Distance: 19 Km
Route Profile: Flat
2. Aarey Milk Colony To Goregaon
Aarey Milk Colony is one of the greenest parts of the city: it has trees all around and boulevards hanging from either side of the road. The cycling track in this area passes through wonderful picnic spots, so you can take your breakfast along too!
It also passes by Chhota Kashmir, a beautiful recreational garden that also has a lake. The lake also has paddle boats and some rides.
Approx Distance: 4.8 Km
Route Profile: Flat
3. Nariman Point To Malabar Hill
Start from Nariman Point and move towards Malabar Hill, while riding through Marine Drive. You’ll be able to view some of the tallest skyscrapers in the city around you, the beautiful lighting on the route as well as the greenery around in Malabar Hill.
It’s a relatively easy route to cycle, but towards the end, it tends to get slightly difficult. However, this will help you push your limits and build your endurance.
Approx Distance: 7.3
Route Profile: Flat to rocky/ gravel
4. Uttan To Manori
This cycling trail is picturesque, full of greenery and takes you along some tourist hotspots too. One of the biggest advantages of taking this cycling route is that you won’t have any annoying bikers or car drivers honking around.
It is located slightly far away from the main city and takes you through mangrove-lined lanes in Gorai, Uttan, and Manori. It also gives you a chance to explore the beautiful beaches in these regions along with the magnificent Global Vipassana Pagoda.
Approx Distance: 11.8 Km
Route Profile: Flat road leading to muddy lanes towards the end
5. Upvan Lake Garden to Yeoor Waterfall
Locally called “Mama Bhanja Hills”, the cycling trail along these hills attracts nature and adventure lovers alike. Usually, cyclists began their ride from the suburbs in Mulund and pass through Ghodbunder Road, before heading to Yeoor Hills.
Starting from the base, it’s obviously a steep road up towards the hill, but it is quite smooth. Throughout the way, just be mindful of the traffic around.
Approx Distance: 4 Km
Route Profile: Flat to rough terrain towards the end of the trail
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