[genesmotorides]

Hi folks. I work overseas and annual holidays are a tightly packed affair and scheduled to the day. Last year me along with my better half went on a Cochin - Bhutan - Cochin ride on the BMW GSA. This time I went on a solo overnight camping trip to Vagamon; a mere 75 kms away from home.

Packing my stuff on the BMW GSA 1200 was done the day before. The Moskomoto 35 Liter soft panniers, Moskomoto 40 Liter duffle bag and GIVI 42-liter Aluminum top box swallowed all of my luggage that included Quechua 2-person tent, Quechua inflatable mattress, bed spread, blanket and pillow, Cooking utensils, Gas Stove, Stanley coffee maker, table, chair, tool box, Air pump, Air compressor, Jump Starter, lights, 2 thermos 1.5 ltr each, Cameras- Insta 360 Ace Pro, Insta 360 x2, DJI Mini 3 pro drone, light clothing and emergency medical kit.
My riding gear consists of BMW Jacket and riding pants with full protection, Airoh Commander carbon helmet, TCX riding boots, Cardo Packtalk Bluetooth, Alpinestar riding gloves. Phone mounts are from Quadlock.
Tuesday 29th October 2024
Left home at around 08:00 Hrs after having a hearty breakfast prepared by mom. It was a very leisure ride to Vagamon with frequent stops in between. Brought provisions for the night from Pambanar town. Reached the camping grounds at around 14:00 hrs.
The Orange Valley Camp is a few kilometers from the main road and is accessible by cars and motorcycles alike. The camping grounds are fully fenced with a well-maintained grass area, well maintained wash rooms, cooking area, sufficient lighting at night, a caretaker for the night and the amazing part is the mesmerizing view of the valley below which is a feast for your eyes.
view of valley

The property offers their own tents and food and the management was very generous to allow me pitch my own tent at a small fee.
Tent was pitched by 17:00 Hrs and there I was, coffee in hand sitting on my chair with sunsetting behind me, a light chilly breeze, I couldn't have asked for more.
Tent Pitched

Quechua tent and inflatable mattress. Very inviting for a good night's sleep


My cooking saw a stray dog joining me. He sat next to me and never left my side until I left the next day.
Noodles and Coffee.Brought provisions from Pambanar town

Friend for the day


The night sky was lit up with stars and I went to bed around 20:00 hrs.

Wednesday 30th October 2024.
Early Morning Views


I was up by 05:00 Hrs, made a black coffee, freshened up at the camp site, packed my stuff and left for a 380 km ride to Danushkodi.
Packed and ready for the next ride


Orange Valley camping grounds contact details


Before I wind up, I wish to offer a message to all travellers out there. Always manage your own trash. If the place you stay does not offer trash management, carry the trash with you and that includes cigarette butts as well. The world is ours to preserve and each small act counts. Cheers folks

[Aditya]

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[majumon]

Wow fantastic, amazing that you could carry all things on your bike. The place is enchanting. Your message on trash is very nice, I do the same, in fact many times I bring trash home to dispose from parties that we organise in my friends farm house.

[Kkumar]

Nice article with beautiful photos. The settings are very tempting. When can we expect your article on the road trip to Dhanushkodi? Thank you for sharing and keep on munching miles.

[genesmotorides]

Originally Posted by Kkumar

Nice article with beautiful photos. The settings are very tempting. When can we expect your article on the road trip to Dhanushkodi? Thank you for sharing and keep on munching miles.

Thankyou kumar. Yes i did the Dhanushkoodi ride from vagamon. The plan was to pitch my tent in Dhanushkoodi beach. However local authorities don't permit overnight beach camping.. Rode back to Madurai and stayed in hotel for the night and returned home next day.

[Kkumar]

A nice article with beautiful photos. It's a very important point that you mentioned with respect to managing the trash, we as a society don't have the concept of maintaining public places and property. Thank you for sharing and keep on munching miles.

[VNair]

This has always been on my bucket list for Vagamon! I had a similar experience in Kodanad, Nilgiris, and it was absolutely unforgettable.

Quick question—can we drive up to this spot? I have an Alcazar 7-seater, and with the last two rows folded down, it transforms into a cozy little retreat—perfect for a couple to relax under the stars.

That’s exactly why I was considering a drive up to this location.

By the way, stunning pictures—what a breathtaking place!

[genesmotorides]

Originally Posted by VNair

This has always been on my bucket list for Vagamon! I had a similar experience in Kodanad, Nilgiris, and it was absolutely unforgettable.

Quick question—can we drive up to this spot? I have an Alcazar 7-seater, and with the last two rows folded down, it transforms into a cozy little retreat—perfect for a couple to relax under the stars.

That’s exactly why I was considering a drive up to this location.

By the way, stunning pictures—what a breathtaking place!

Thankyou VNair. Yes for sure you may drive up to this point. if you are looking to camp at this property they may not allow you to park your car on the green. Cars shoul be parked in their parking lot. The property will provide you with a tent. Kindly call them up. You may also camp outside this property on a hillock.