2 Thars go off-roading at Idukki: Stream crossing, jungle trail & more

Both our SUVs are fitted with Arka under-body shields and had a couple of mild underbelly hits during the drive. It did the job wonderfully well.

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I did a drive to Idukki with fellow BHPian MithunSathianat a couple of days back. We explored some pretty decent rocky trails in the region. The weather was lovely with the recent spell of summer rains. It rained on the day too. A perfect day for some aimless driving, even more so with Thar.

It was an impromptu plan and hence couldn't do much homework but was lucky enough to get what we were hoping for. A jungle trail with stream crossings, rocky paths and mud roads etc was the icing on the cake. I had my little one (8 years) joining as well. Boy loves such outings and always waits for the next one

During the trials, there were a few treacherous parts which the Thar took with aplomb. I would say it was a cakewalk. Both our Thars are fitted with Arka under-body shields and had a couple of mild underbelly hits during the drive. It did the job wonderfully well. The peace of mind it offers is worth every penny shelled out for the armour plates. The DEF tank, as most know here, is the most vulnerable of the lot. Anyone who subjects the Thar to decent off-roading should have them installed without a second thought.

Here are a few pictures of the partners in crime and glimpses of the scenic beauty the region offers.

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