An eventful day in Jaisalmer city the incredible sights including fort, havelis and temples with the royal and historical background, in addition to this a day tour of desert with camel safari and sunset conducted in the serenity surrounding the Thar desert of Jaisalmer with a local camel guide who will lead you to the immaculate sand dunes near the campsite. There are two different time slots options you can choose from: Morning Sunrise safari or Afternoon-sunset-evening safari. Both of them have different inclusions as well.
After meeting your driver at the hotel in Jaisalmer around 07:00 am for the morning safari or around 02:30 pm for the afternoon-sunset desert safari. It will take almost 1 hour to reach the desert countryside-sand dunes.
Enjoy a welcome drink before the camel takes you through the sand dunes, local farms and the other major scenery near Khuri -Barna villages.
Return to Jaisalmer by 12:30pm if you are taking the morning safari or by 07:30 pm if you are choosing the afternoon-sunset safari.
Savour a delicious lunch, breakfast or dinner at the camp or out under the open sky and stroll around the desert location for more time. Enjoy a live folk music dance with campfire that keeps you warm. Start the return journey after dinner from desert camp by 08:30 pm and arrive at Jaisalmer by 09:30 pm.
There are two options offered: 1) With pick up and drop and 2) Without Transport
Bird watchers found an interesting variety of bird species in this part of thar desert. Bird life including green bee-eater, grey shrike, spotted owlet, partridge and of course great Indian bustard. So we says welcome to Thar Desert! as a Desert National Park.
Activity to choose from or experience all including sunset camel ride, jeep safari and camping under the stars!.
This experience is not just a safari—it’s an opportunity to awaken your sense of adventure. As you ride into the Thar Desert, you’ll learn about the unique desert ecosystem, its wildlife, and the traditions of adventure camping.
Your time at the sand dunes also gives you a glimpse into authentic local life. Watch and participate as simple yet flavorful meals are prepared over an open fire, using traditional Rajasthani recipes and age-old cooking methods. It’s a true taste of desert living, blending nature, culture, and adventure in one unforgettable journey.
The top highlights of Thar desert safari near Jaisalmer are simple and traditional Rajasthani camping style camping tents located on a relatively high sand dunes from where one can enjoy the surrounding desert view, sunset and sunrise.
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Hans Overeem & Yvette Seppenwoolde, Netherland
Thank you so much for making our stay so interesting and enjoyable. you made a fantastic birthday party for Sarah. We will never forget sitting around the fire under the stars listening to the enchanting music of Rajasthan.
John & Sarah, Bristol, England
We enjoyed every moment of all the time we spent with you and your family. This was the real Rajasthan that we Marwaris had wanted to see for a very long time. The warmth and APNAPAN you showed us by having us as a guest in your house, was really special to us and we would cherish these moments and memories for all our lives. Thanks from the bottom of our hearts.
Divya & Chanchal Agarwal, Banglore, India
Thank you for all the kindness, good food and a lot of stories that give more insight and understanding of life and history in India. We love the quietness and peace if the desert an unforgettable experience.