Its that time of the year (Dec to Mar) when you must take a tripp to the desert state and the best way to enjoy the stars is with a safari.
Camel Safari is the ultimate way to sample desert life, explore small villages and see the true grandeur of Rajasthan. Meant for people who have a good fitness level and live an active life, camel rides can be as short as an hour or can stretch up to several weeks, as desired. Riding a camel is not a great endurance test but is not very easy too. The rolling stride of the camel might take some time to getting used to.
The best time for Travel to Rajasthan and desert safari in Rajasthan is from October to February but you might be surprised to see with beautiful scenes characterized by the vibrant and colorful lifestyle of the locals all the year round. Generally, Rajasthan Camel Safaris cover 10 to 20 kms in a day on the camel’s back. Camel carts and jeeps usually accompany the caravans to allow tourists to rest and take a nap, whenever required, as well as carry their luggage and tents for the night halts. Campsites for the nights are all situated near small Rajasthani villages, to offer you a glimpse of real desert life and an opportunity to mix with the local people.
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You might also be offered traditional performances by local artisans for entertainment. Itineraries might include popular camel safari treks known for tourism that include Jaisalmer and Bikaner, often referred to as the ‘touristic route’. However, some people find these too crowded for their taste and opt for ‘non-touristic route’ instead, offered at Osian, around Pushkar and Shekhawati. Basic camel safaris start at Rs 400. The rates increase in proportion to the comforts you opt for.
A decently well known operator in the sam dunes is Rajasthan Desert Safari who provide luxury tents with toilets at Rs. 5,500/- (Double Occupancy). Make sure you carry drinking waterpacks and bug repellant.
