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Our pick of the 15 best jaisalmer tours in India: what you actually see, how long each one runs, and what you can expect to pay.
2-day Thar Desert safari from Jaisalmer with Jeep ride, camel trek, Kuldhara, meals, cultural night, and star-filled overnight camp.
Most Popular“The desert is almost silent, except for the wildlife. The highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater, and the camel ride. The cultural show was underwhelming. James was an entertaining guide.”
A 2-day Thar Desert safari from Jaisalmer with Kuldhara, camel rides, desert oasis stops, and starry night camping for $29.
“We had the most amazing time on this tour! Our guide was amazing he was so lovely and made our trip even better, it was an incredible location and everything ran smoothly, I would really recommend!”
4-hour heritage walk through Jaisalmer Fort and Jain havelis, ending at Gadisar Lake with a pro guide for $27.
“We enjoyed every part of our tour. Sameer shows a deep passion for his city and his clear and interesting descriptions of the palaces, temples, the fort and its inhabitants made us realise just what a beautiful and under appreciated Jaisalmer destination is. It should be on every tour itinerary and we think it is…”
Jeep safari and camel ride in the Thar Desert from Jaisalmer, then Rajasthani dinner with folk dance and sunset tea.
“The experience was really top notch. Zorba covered a lot of stuff in this including an engaging trip through the desert. The guide was extremely helpful and friendly and also has stay options in the city (Jaisalmer) and the desert if anyone is interested in. He also went out of the way to help me…”
Luxury Swiss-tent desert camping in Jaisalmer with camel safari, folk dance, and a night safari for stars and sand dunes.
“Excellent experience with very good service. Hospitality is beyond words. Must-visit. Food served was excellent and the cultural program was enjoyable. Guide Asif were very funny and always eager to help. Camel safari were long and very excellent too, The feeling of home which the hosts delivered, They always were eager to help us. Highly…”
Walk Jaisalmer’s UNESCO fort, havelis, bazaar lanes, and Gadisar Lake in 3 hours with an English-speaking storyteller and chai.
“He disfrutado y aprendido mucho junto a Sameer, tiene un gran conocimiento, y se nota que ama su ciudad y su cultura. Su pasión es contagiosa! Muchas gracias por la paciencia al responder cada duda, y por la amabilidad y generosidad.”
21-hour Thar Desert sleepout from Jaisalmer: camel rides, Kuldhara, desert singing, bonfire dinner, and stargazing under the open sky.
“It was a great activity. I was moved from start to finish as it was something that I couldn't experience in Germany. During the day, the desert stretches all around you, and at night, the sky is full of stars. I think it will be difficult to spend such a wonderful time in the future.…”
Camel and jeep in Osian’s Thar Desert, sunset photos, folk dance (seasonal), and a family-style buffet dinner from Jodhpur.
“Stuffs are kind and one guy has great photography skills:)”
Overnight in a rural Osian desert village near Jodhpur with camel ride, temple visits, wood-fire cooking, bonfire stargazing, and sunrise safari.
“Un endroit magnifique et une famille très accueillante Merci pour ces beaux moments partagés ensemble ! Le safari en chameau était vraiment super, je recommande”
Two-day Thar camel safari from Jaisalmer with ghost villages, sunset tea, and stargazing sleep on dunes. Fire-cooked dinner, $26.
“Molto suggestivo mangiare e dormire sotto le stelle.”
Romantic luxury desert camping in Jaisalmer with dune sunset, camel rides, ensuite tent, and Rajasthani show, plus round-trip transfers.
“We really enjoyed the entire programme . James picked us on time and looked after us for the 8 hours. There was never a dull moment . I highly recommend this tour.”
Overnight Thar Desert camping from Jaisalmer: camel and jeep dune rides, Swiss tent with bath, sunset show, folk dance and veg meals.
Camel Trails Sunset Safari in Rajasthan: camel ride, Khaba Fort stop, private-dune sunset, and an open-fire vegetarian dinner.
“We had a fantastic time out in the desert with Wanderlust. They were on time, everyone was super knowledgeable about the area and willing to tell us about their experiences of living in the surrounding areas. Great Camel ride and dinner under the starry sky. Recommend”
Jeep desert safari, Kuldhara heritage walk, camel ride, sunset, and Rajasthani folk show in a full-day small-group outing from Jaisalmer.
“Had a wonderful experience!! Would definitely recommend. Thanks so much team for everything!! =)”
Overnight camel safari from Jaisalmer to Khuri: sunset dunes, village rides, Rajasthani dinner and folk dance, stargazing Swiss tent.
“Personale molto gentile ed accogliente. Notte nel deserto sotto il cielo stellato, eccezionale. Da provare assolutamente!”
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