Thar Desert of India lies in Rajasthan, one of the most popular states opulent in culture and glory. The region was once ruled by strong and powerful Rapjut rulers, famous for their chivalry and their love for art that is evident in the architecture of magnificent fortress and palaces.
In fact, the most magical way to explore the sands of Rajasthan, especially the unending sand dunes of Jaisalmer and Bikaner, is by taking up desert safari. The Desert Safari will take you to the remotest of the region- Khuri village makes an idle destination. There are also, day treks that leave in the morning and return at night, as well as overnight trips. Thar Safari offers camel, jeep, and horse safaris and unique tented accommodations.
Rajasthan Desert Safari
Desert safari of Rajasthan is a most preferred cruiser, through the medieval cities, forts and palaces of Rajasthan to the most romantic, 12th century Caravan City of Jaisalmer. It is the starting point of the Desert Safari, exploring the vast, unending glittering sand dunes with and addition charm of sighting a Chinkara Antelope, and perhaps even the Great Indian Bustard. Great Desert Safari takes you on a camel's back to the Jain temples of Ranakpur or the romantic Lake City of Udaipur to the Pushkar Fair and much more.
Charms of the Desert Safari
Take up a camel safari to visit the Rajput villages in the remotest areas of the desert. Mingle with local folks who have never left the desert, enjoy the gentle hospitality of villagers at a desert oasis, the simple lifestyle rich with cultural and social events. Ride up into the dunes to watch the sun set over the desert, listening to the soothing music of 'langoza'- a flute with one mouthpiece and two shafts.
Camping under the thousand stars glittering in the sky, listening to the melodious folk music echoing in the desert zone. Desert Safari facilitates unique accommodation of camps on the cool sand or accommodations at any of the heritage resorts run by erstwhile royalty. India's Desert Safaris takes back you in time of royal era- an experience to be cherished throughout your life.
Desert Safari an Thrilling Experience
You will travel to the desert from your pick-up point in a luxury 4- Wheel Drive - a powerful land cruiser. These roller coasters rides known as dune bashing or desert driving, begins their journey, taking you up and down the sand dunes with shriek and laughs with excitement.
As the sun submerges into the horizon, it gives a magnificent vista to whole environ- a right time to shoot the golden fire boll with your handy-cam while standing on top of the fading desert dunes. Head towards the campsite where a convoy of camels awaits your arrival for short camel rides. Enjoy barbecue, a buffet dinner beside a glowing bonfire with traditional tea, beneath the gloomy night sky.
The additional attraction of the Desert Safari is its cultural show. The camp is lit with oil lamps and echoes with the music from the Manganiyar musicians. Dance performances by local artisans are just breathtaking, with the ever-increasing rhythm of the drums. Dancers, whirling faster and faster around the bonfire are completely a spellbinding sight. These dancers are famous all over the region, as well as outside the countries. |
