Camel Safari Regions : Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Bikaner.
Ideal Time for Camel Safari : November to March

About Camel Safari
Camel, the ship of the desert was domesticated thousands of years ago by the Rajasthani people for making tedious journeys through the unending expanses of Thar Desert. Today Camel Safari has become the best option to explore the eccentricities of desert land of Rajasthan. You may go for a short safari that takes only a few hours or a long distance safari lasting a few days. A short safari through a typical Rajasthani village or a long safari though many cities will captivate you and you will return with a treasure of countless delightful memories. The best times for Camel Safari are the cooler parts of the day that is the mornings and evenings.


Camel Safari - A Unique Experience
Camel Safari is certainly a unique experience which no visitor to Rajasthan should miss.

It provides a closer look into the world of the desert inhabitants, the range of flora and fauna, sandy landscape and xerophytic shrub covered area. Camel Safari will take you closer to the villages where you can see children playing in the streets, women preparing food on a dung-fire, men involved in their work and herds of cattle and sheep roaming around. It will also take you through magnificent forts and palaces, exquisite temples, towns and animals of the sandy wilderness. As the camel will enter deeper and deeper into the desert land you will get a closer look of the real culture and tradition of Rajasthan. You will overwhelm by the sounds, sights, colours and fragrances of Rajasthan. As the evening progresses, the Dune Safari Camp awaits for you, which are specially set for the travellers. Rajasthan Tourism At the camp you can enjoy the traditional Rajasthani food, the company of warm-hearted Rajasthani people alongwith Rajasthani folk music.

Camel Safari In Thar Desert
Thar - the Great India Desert, sprawls across the western extreme part of Rajasthan. Thar Desert known for its unending expanse of sand, covered with dunes and xerophytic shrubs and distinctive wildlife. While taking up a Camel Safari in the Thar Desert you will come across warm-hearted people of Rajathan and ruins of historic forts and palaces. The duration of Camel Safari can vary between 4 to 15 days. Jaisalmer, Jodhpur and Bikaner are best Camel Safari areas in Rajasthan.

Availability of Camel Safaris
Camel Safaris are easily available in Rajasthan and the cost depends on the destination, route and duration. The safari becomes more comfortable with quality of the camps, their sizes and the companions. The shorter safaris would include rides stretching to few hours or a full day with one meal, while the longer safaris include three times meal, night stay at camp etc.

Essential Tips

• Book the Camel Safari trip in advance and it is better to check the arrangements made for accommodation, food and drink and other essentials before leaving for your desert safari.
• The Desert weather is extreme so carry a plenty of water to avoid dehydration. Also carry sun screen, sun glasses and a first aid kit. A Sola- Topee, the local Rajasthani turban or some kind of head protection is also required.
• Wear comfortable clothes, the clothes should provide breathing space to your skin. It is better to wear cotton clothes, shoes and avoid exposing your skin as there are chances of sun burn. Dress modestly since the Camel Safari passes in close proximity of villages.