Group of motorcyclists riding a shaded forest road towards Polo Forest, Gujarat

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Polo Forest Bike Ride: The Perfect Beginner Weekend Ride

Why the Polo Forest run is the easiest first group ride out of Ahmedabad — distance, road quality, safety setup and gear.

📍 GujaratPublished 18 May 20262 min read

Written by Anand JethwaFounder, Gujarat Adventure ClubReviewed by GAC Trip Operations Team✔ Last fact-checked: 18 May 2026Editorial policy →

Shaded forest stretches make the Polo run a favourite first group ride.Photo: Gujarat Adventure Club

In short

The Polo Forest bike ride is a short weekend group ride from Ahmedabad to the Vijaynagar forest range in Sabarkantha, covered comfortably in a day. It is aimed at riders doing their first organised group ride, on any commuter or tourer motorcycle. This guide covers why the route is beginner-friendly, the road and traffic conditions to expect, the safety setup GAC runs with lead and sweep riders, and the gear you should not ride without.

Ride at a glance

Starting point: Ahmedabad
Destination: Polo Forest, Vijaynagar (Sabarkantha)
Total distance: ≈300 km round trip
Road type: State highway + shaded forest roads
Route difficulty: Easy — beginner-friendly
Recommended bike: Any well-serviced commuter or tourer motorcycle
Best season: July–September & November–February
Backup support: Support vehicle with lead and sweep riders

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Smooth roads, green tunnels of trees and an easy distance from Ahmedabad — why Polo Forest is the ideal first group bike ride.

If you've been wanting to get into group riding, the Polo Forest run is where a lot of GAC riders start. It's short enough to be comfortable, scenic enough to be memorable, and the roads through the forest are genuinely fun.

Why it's beginner-friendly

Under a day's ride from Ahmedabad — no punishing distances
Well-maintained roads through shaded forest stretches
A support vehicle and lead/sweep riders keep the group safe
Plenty of stops for photos, tea and rest

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Expert tipAlways ride with a full-face helmet, gloves and proper shoes. Keep your bike serviced before any group ride.

Ride summary

The Polo Forest bike ride is a short weekend group ride from Ahmedabad to the Vijaynagar forest range in Sabarkantha, comfortably done in a day. It is aimed at riders doing their first organised group ride, on any commuter or tourer motorcycle.

Why ride this route?

Under a day's ride from Ahmedabad — no punishing distances
Well-maintained roads through shaded forest stretches
A support vehicle and lead/sweep riders keep the group safe
Plenty of stops for photos, tea and rest

Route map

Total distance and estimated riding time

Total distance≈300 km round trip

Road conditions and route difficulty

Easy highway1 / 5

Beginner level: no ghat riding, no off-road sections and no long night stretches. The forest road is narrow in places, so the group rides in formation with a lead and a sweep rider.

Required riding gear

Full-face helmetMandatory

Non-negotiable on every GAC ride.

Riding glovesMandatory

Grip and protection on the forest stretches.

Proper shoesMandatory

Ankle-covering footwear — no sandals or slip-ons.

Bike inspection checklist

Get the bike serviced before the ride
Check tyre condition and pressure
Check brakes, chain tension and lights

Emergency and backup support

Lead and sweep riders ride with the group throughout
A support vehicle follows the convoy
Regular halts for photos, tea and rest

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