Vadodara → Wadhwana
Yog Niketan, Vadodara → Wadhwana Wetlands → Yog Niketan, Vadodara
Ride from Vadodara into the quieter countryside towards Wadhwana Wetland, a historic reservoir and Ramsar site known for its rich birdlife. The route gradually leaves the city behind, opening into rural Gujarat landscapes before reaching the peaceful waters of Wadhwana.
Elevation Profile
27–53 m over 103.66 kmThe Ride
Starting from Yog Niketan, the route heads towards Dabhoi Chowki before continuing through Dabhoi and onwards to Wadhwana. The ride gradually moves away from Vadodara's urban surroundings into quieter countryside, with fields, open stretches and rural landscapes becoming part of the experience.
Through Dabhoi
Dabhoi makes a natural break in the ride. Lala Bhai Bhajiya Wala is a memorable food stop for hot bhajiyas and a chance to take a short break before continuing towards Wadhwana.
Beyond Dabhoi, the route becomes more rural. The approach towards Wadhwana passes through agricultural surroundings and open countryside, with the landscape becoming increasingly peaceful as the wetland gets closer.
Reaching Wadhwana
The destination is Wadhwana Bird Sanctuary, centred around the historic Wadhwana reservoir. The wetland is particularly interesting during the winter months, when migratory birds join the resident bird population.
The sanctuary has birdwatching towers around the wetland, offering cyclists a chance to step away from the road and spend some time exploring the destination.
A Short Break
A small canteen at the sanctuary provides a convenient place for refreshments and a breather after the ride from Vadodara. It is a simple stop, but fits naturally into the rhythm of the route before exploring the wetland or beginning the return journey.
Notes
- Start: Yog Niketan, Vadodara
- Route: Yog Niketan → Dabhoi Chowki → Dabhoi → Wadhwana
- Food stop: Lala Bhai Bhajiya Wala, Dabhoi
- Destination: Wadhwana Bird Sanctuary
- Refreshments: Small canteen at the sanctuary
- Highlights: Rural countryside, agricultural landscapes, Wadhwana Wetland and winter birdlife
- Best suited for: A relaxed countryside cycling ride with a destination stop
Highlights
- ✦Historic Gaekwad-era reservoir dating to 1909–1910
- ✦Home to migratory birds along the Central Asian Flyway
- ✦Birdwatching towers around the wetland Rich birdlife
- ✦Pelicans storks ducks ibis and spoonbills
- ✦Peaceful rural Gujarat landscape and open countryside
Source: Strava export, personal ride (Strava)
Recorded 21 Jan 2023. Farthest point matches Wadhwana Wetland (Ramsar-listed site, ~22.16N, 73.48E) closely — a strong geographic match. Elevation gain kept as raw GPX data. GPX retrimmed (2026-09-07): distance 106.81km -> 103.66km, gain 310.6m -> 351.9m, loss 311.2m -> 351.4m, high 52.9m -> 52.9m, low 26.9m -> 26.9m.
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Practical Information
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Water
- Plenty of refill points along the way
- Food
- Dabhoi Chowkdi,
- Best Season
- Winters
- Terrain
- Flat
- Surface
- Tarmac till Dabhoi
- Traffic
- Considerable Traffic till Dabhoi
- Road Quality
- Good
- Safety
- Cycle Light, Reflector and Back Light.. Windcheater in Winters
