Desert Camping In Rajasthan

Take a Tour to Desert Camping In Rajasthan

Are you still fascinated by the interesting tales of Arabian Nights? If so, then you must opt for a nice holiday amidst the golden sand dunes under the starry sky.

Along with its endless arrays of intricately designed forts and palaces, Rajasthan is also renowned for its vast expanses of sands. Positioned at the western fringe of the state, Great Indian Thar Desert is one of the prime attractions of Rajasthan. Stretches to a large area of various districts like Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Jodhpur etc, Thar desert used to be an important part of Central Asia Trading of medieval period. During that period, caravans of merchants used to take halt for night stay in Thar desert. These merchants used to set their camps in this barren under the star studded sky and refresh themselves for their next journey.

So, to popularize the same age old desert stays in this present era, both Rajasthan tourism broad and private tour operators of the state organizes some fabulous desert campings. Desert campings are very popular among those travelers whosoever wants to engage themselves in desert safaris and are looking for a base to stay. The sand dunes of Thar desert with its picturesque beauty carved by the cool breeze, always creates an unforgettable picture in the mind, heart and soul. The breathtaking view of desert especially during the dawn and dusk is really awesome and mesmerize each and every onlooker.

Far from the hustle and bustle of city life, desert campings are ideal ways to appreciate the marvel of “Mother Nature”.Serenity of boundless desert, untamed countryside and completely pastoral lifestyle are the plus points of desert campings. Apart from these, folk dance and music performances by the local artists and bone fire in the evening are also organized by the tour operators, so that traveller can completely immerse themselves mystical beauty of desert.

Desert Campings Sites In Rajasthan:
Sam Sand Dunes Near Jaisalmer: Located at distance of just 42 km from the city of Jaisalmer, Sam Sand Dunes are the closest point to Great Indian Thar desert. Famous for its annual desert festival, Sam Sand Dunes are popular among the travellers as they resemble to the topography of Thar desert. From the flowers to earthen lamps to colorful candles to Charpais (jute beds), these camps displays bucolic touch in everything. As the evening progresses, dinner is served in the traditional Indian seating arrangement. This delicious barbecue dinner is accompanied by music from the “Manganiyar” musicians. Here, you will have the opportunity to sleep under the light of bright stars.

Mandawa: Mandawa is another famed destination for desert camping in Rajasthan. This desert town is located in Jhunjhunu district of the Shekhawati region. Mandawa is situated 190 km off Jaipur in the north and well connected to Delhi, Gurgaon, Bikaner through good network of roads. Mandawa has an excellent area for desert camping which stretches to 40 bighas. These area have its own fine spread of natural sand dunes which add to the delight of desert camping in the state. The camp is located at the village Dhaka ka Waas – 4 kms short of the Mandawa town on Mandawa Jhunjhunu Road (Delhi Bikaner Highway).

Kolayat Village near Bikaner: Kolayat village near Bikaner is also famous for desert camping in the state. This serene village is located 50 km from the desert city of Bikaner. Surrounded by desert, Kolayat village is also famous as a Hindu pilgrimage destinations. It has a beautiful marble temple complex which is dedicated to the sage Kapil Muni and has some 32 ghats around the artificial lake for holy dip in the water.

Other destinations for desert campings in the state are Kurri sand dunes near Jaisalmer, Manwar Desert Camps, Near Jodhpur, Siana Camps, Jalore, Lodhruva, Damodara, Kuldhara etc.

Accessories Required For Desert Campings: As the nights in desert are very chilling. So, its advisable to bring woolen garments for desert camping in the state.