National Biking cum Training Expedition - Goa 2026-27 (By Goa State Branch)

The biking trail travels from the Arabian Sea coast to Netravali village in the magnificent Sahyadri Western Ghats, recognised as one of the top ten biodiversity spots in the world. The journey moves across forests and the ecologically devastated mining belt in Sanguem, winds from the Bondla wildlife sanctuary to the calm banks of the River Mandovi, and visits the UNESCO World Heritage site of Old Goa.

The trail encompasses the entire range of what Goa has to offer, historically and naturally - from the coastline to the midlands to the mountain ranges. It is a huge experience of a varied land, a rich heritage and an interesting diversity of people who are proud of their land, culture and tradition.

Eight batches of 25 riders run on alternate days through December, riding roughly 30 to 62 km each day on geared cycles provided by YHAI.

Organised By

• Goa State Branch, YHAI
• Coordinators: Rohidas Naik and Kiran Natekar
• Contact: 09822125868, 9422445673, 9822101087
• Email: goastateyhai@gmail.com

Inclusions

• Stay in tented accommodation
• Nutritious vegetarian meals - morning tea, breakfast, lunch or packed lunch, evening tea and dinner
• Geared cycles and helmets
• Guidance from experienced camp leaders
• Forest entry fee and insurance

What Participants Should Bring Along

• Rucksack (if you have one), biking t-shirts and trousers
• Biking gloves, knee caps (optional), sports shoes, 2 pairs of cotton socks
• Torch, water bottle, lunch box, mug, plate, spoon
• Soap, toilet paper, towel
• Medicines you normally use at home

Who Can Participate?

• Only members experienced in riding geared cycles, with proper shifting of gears, who can ride a minimum of 10 km non-stop.
• An eligibility test is conducted near the base camp on the day of reporting. The organisers reserve the right to reject or disqualify members who fail this test despite registration and payment.
• Disqualified members may join the trekking expedition on the same day; the difference in fees between biking and trekking is not refunded.
• Please make sure you meet this condition before joining the biking expedition.

Batches

• Eight batches of 25 riders, reporting on alternate days: 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28 and 30 December 2026.

How to Reach the Base Camp

• The base camp is at Sports Authority Ground, near Miramar Beach, Panaji.
• Nearest railway stations: Karmali (12 km), Thivim (25 km), Margao (33 km).
• Direct buses from Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore and Mangalore; direct trains from Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad and other major cities.

How to Join

• Online booking: 25 seats on each alternate day - 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28 and 30 December 2026.
• Offline: send the registration form with a draft or at-par cheque favouring 'National Trekking Expedition-Goa', c/o Joshi Wines, Opp. Old Secretariat, Panaji, Goa 403001.

Safety & Security

• Extensive preparation goes into planning the bike routes; field staff and experienced camp leaders check the area in advance.
• Deviation from the set route is not permitted.
• YHAI group insurance covers accidental death or permanent disability only - you are advised to take your own cover for your journey and related matters.
• Use of alcohol and narcotics of any description is strictly prohibited during the programme.

• Participants booked online must cancel online at least 5 days before the reporting date; those booked offline must email goastateyhai@gmail.com at least 5 days before.
• A 100% credit shell of the participation fee is given, valid till December 2027. No refund is applicable for any cancellation of seat.
• If the next programme chosen is cheaper the balance may be used on another trek till December 2027; if costlier, the difference is payable.
• A programme booked using a credit shell cannot be cancelled again under any condition.
• Seats may be transferred to family or friends; transferred seats cannot be re-transferred or cancelled.