We all know that Rajasthan is popular for splendid forts and majestic palaces but do you know Rajasthan is also very well known for vast and unending Thar Desert where people enjoy Camel Safari on the sands of the desert. Camels have been used as a good means of transportation for carrying huge amount of goods from one place to another. Rajasthan is a perfect place to experience the camel rise while enjoying the stunning views of the sunrise/sunset over the sand dunes. Well, there are many destinations where you can enjoy the camel safari. Check out the below places and choose one as per your interests and vicinity of these places.
Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer is the first place that comes in our minds when we think of camel ride. Jaisalmer is known as the golden city for the tinge of golden shade in its architecture and sand dunes. Most of the tourists prefer to experience camel safari on the Sam Sand Dunes during the sunset or sunrise. Book Jaisalmer tour packages to enjoy camel safari in Jaisalmer. The views are awesome at this time. Some people also prefer jeep safari over the bumpy terrains of the sand dunes. You can also experience the stay in the desert camp where a cultural Kalbeliya dance is performed. If you visit during the winters, enjoy the bonfire and in the dinner, treat yourself with dal-bati-churma, a Rajasthani delicacy.
Pushkar
Pushkar is another popular place where along with camel ride, you can get spiritual under the soothing atmosphere and peaceful ambiance. Visit the Brahma Temple and take a dip into the ghats of Pushkar Lake. You can also enjoy this camel ride during the Pushkar Fair which is a worldwide famous fair of huge livestock and cattle.
Jaipur
Though Jaipur is not a desert city but since it is a capital city of Rajasthan and a part of Golden Triangle Tour so plenty of tourists visit this place every year. In Jaipur, camel rides can be enjoyed at two places – Jal Mahal and Chokhi Dhani, an ethnic village resort. Jal Mahal is a historical monument which has 5-stories, having 4-stories submerged into the lake and only the topmost floor is visible. Around this attraction, camel ride can be enjoyed overlooking the beauty of this place. Another attraction is Chokhi Dhani where not only camel ride but also the elephant ride and horse ride can be enjoyed. Discover the Rajasthani culture and enjoy the dance performances.
Bikaner
Bikaner is known as ‘Camel Country’ and one of the best places for enjoying the camel safari on the deserts. To discover more about camels deeply, you can visit the National Camel Breeding Farm where camels with variety of breeds can be found. This centre is the one kind of its research farm on camel in the country.
Things to Remember
The best time to enjoy the camel ride is during the winters between the months of October to March when there is no scorching heat to make you feel unpleasant.
The ride lasts for around 30-40 minutes. Some travel operators offer Jaisalmer Desert Safari tour package where longer trip of 3-4 days are provided to discover the beauty of deserts closely and deeply.
So, enjoy camel safari anywhere in Rajasthan. You will surely have fun and thrilling ride to be memorable for lifetime.
