From Desert Civilisations to Sacred Seas Our Gujarat Road Trip: Navsari → Kutch → Dholavira → Somnath → Diu Some journeys stay with you long after the road ends. Our road trip across Gujarat — undertaken a few years ago with my wife Hansa and our dear friends Shobhanaben and Monica — was one such…
DetailsDay 06 21 Mar 2017 Over the last few days, we covered most of the famous tourist spots in both North and South Goa, soaking in the sights, sunshine, and laid-back spirit of the place. Eventually, it was time to head back to Mumbai, where we bid an emotional farewell to Kontiki at the shipping…
DetailsDay 05 20 Mar 2017 We hired a private cab and travelled to Dudhsagar Falls. Private vehicles are not allowed beyond a certain point, so we continued the journey in specially designed off-road jeeps, crossing rivers and rough terrain along the way. After a short trek, we reached the magnificent falls. We spent time swimming…
DetailsDay 04 19 Mar 2017 We decided to drive around and explore more of Goa’s coastal gems, sampling local cuisine and enjoying laid-back moments at beach shacks and cozy restaurants. Our first stops were Calangute and Baga beaches. They were busier and more crowded, but still enjoyable for a change of atmosphere. From there, we…
DetailsDay 03 18 Mar 2017 We spent the entire day unwinding on the beach — swimming in the warm, clear waters, enjoying soothing massages, sipping chilled beers, and indulging in delicious food. Candolim Beach was peaceful and pleasantly uncrowded, making it the perfect place to relax. While walking through the streets of Candolim we also…
DetailsDay 02 17 Mar 2017 After a quick breakfast, we were back on the road. We shared the driving, though Pratik took the lion’s share behind the wheel. He quickly adapted to India’s chaotic yet charming traffic, navigating bustling towns and winding mountain roads like a natural. Despite its size, Kontiki handled the terrain beautifully.…
DetailsAfter Kontiki’s epic London-to-Mumbai road trip in 2016, the trusty motorhome was parked at our home in Eru, Navsari quietly resting after its grand adventure. Then came March 2017, when my brother Raj, his wife Pushpabhabhi, their son Pratik, and daughter-in-law Meera arrived in India and stayed with us at Kshitij Bungalows. Pratik had a…
DetailsDay 92 – 27 November 2016 The Final Chapter – Team Kontiki Signs Out At around 5:00 am, after driving through the night from Mumbai, we finally arrived at Mahesh’s home in Navsari, Gujarat. The journey was over. After 92 incredible days on the road, crossing continents, deserts, mountains, rivers, and borders, Team Kontiki had…
DetailsLondon to Mumbai by Road 2016 – Revisited Day 91 – 26 November 2016 A Hero’s Welcome and the Beginning of the Journey Home Although Team Kontiki had officially completed its epic London to Mumbai By Road adventure yesterday, today was set to be a very special day indeed. A reception had been organised in…
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