The Slow Cyclist

Where To Go in March

March is the month for long-haul warmth. In India, the cool winter has ended and the pre-monsoon heat hasn't begun, which makes it a good time to look for tigers in the teak and sal forests of Madhya Pradesh. In South Africa, summer turns to autumn, and the Karoo is quiet, with mild weather for riding. Both countries offer relaxed, sunny days at an easy time of year.
Three tigers spotted in Pench National Park, India

Where we recommend for March

  • India | Classic |

    Madhya Pradesh

    From £5,645 per person

    March is the sweet spot for India. Mornings and late afternoons are comfortable for cycling, and as the heat builds, the forest thins and the streams dry up. Animals come out into the open to reach the remaining waterholes, so wildlife viewing is among the best of the year. It's considered prime time for Royal Bengal tigers, leopards and sloth bears in Kanha and Pench.

  • South Africa | Classic |

    Karoo

    From £4,385 per person

    South Africa moves into autumn in March. The summer heat has gone, leaving crisp mornings and dry, mild days that suit riding across the Karoo without overheating. It's shoulder season, so the plains and coastal towns are free of peak-season crowds, and you'll often have the road to yourself. That quiet is a big part of what makes cycling here so enjoyable.

Available journeys in March

There are no journeys departing in March at this time.