Desert walking tour in India is one of the most adventure activities in Thar desert Rajasthan . The desert walking tour gives an unique opportunity to have a glimpse on traditional local life, flora and fauna. We will take you on a cross-country sand dunes walks in to the thar desert, exploring fascinating hamlets and villages of traditional huts, farm activities, Peacocks and Chinkaras (gazelle), Our local path-finder and experienced desert guide will take on a afternoon-sunset walking safari to experience sand dune, village life, wild life & incredible sunset over the great Indian desert.
There are more than thousand ways to discover Rajasthan and its thar desert, but hiking on sandy treks as Raikas (local shepherd community) could have during the old time walking with their sheeps and camel herds, mobile tents and other simple camping equipments carrying on a donkey or on a female camel, nowadays travellers call it 'walking safaris' the desert walking tours in Rajasthan”.
Alternative Desert Safari (without camel riding)
Thar desert in India propose you to turn aside from the beaten tracks and explore lesser known desert places in Rajasthan either by jeep, camelback ride or walking with your Raika friend (a camel breeder)
Desert walking safari in India (Rajasthan)is a mix between cultural discovery with desert beauty and you get to walks with native desert guide, You can see beautiful sunset during your walking safari and yes best time to do it during the winter months (November to February).
Rajasthan Desert Walking Tour OverviewExperience the Thar desert, remote villages, impressive Hindu and Jain temples built during 08th-12th century, traditional farm life, spectacular sunset, evening folk music dance around camp fire and special Rajasthani dinner.
| Safari Types | Rate | Timing |
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| Desert Walking Safari (Afternoon-Sunset) | INR 3500 | 4:00 PM |
| Desert Walking Safari (Morning-Sunrise) | INR 3000 | 7:00 AM |
| Desert Walking Village Safari (Day-afternoon) | INR 3500 | 10:30AM to 02:00PM |
| Winter Safari Timings : 7:30 AM | 10:30 AM | 2:30 PM | 4:00 PM | ||
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The Walking Safari in Rajasthan takes about two and half hours of round trip that starts every day early in the morning and during the afternoon-sunset.
The advantage of taking walking safaris include – they are the most exclusive way to go on a desert walks in India, walking safaris are best for wildlife viewing, local community interaction, walking tours are also excellent if you are looking to take great shots and work on your desert sunset photography, it give the option to get plenty of fresh air while hiking.
Safari starts from Osian town by jeep goes towards west of Osian in sand dunes and further in to desert countryside passing through farmlands, Orans, small villages of huts.
The cost for Desert walking Safari starts from INR 3500/- per person on booking your package in advance at Visit Osian. At this affordable price, you can enjoy traditional lunch at locals and desert walking tour.
A trip for afternoon-sunset and evening to enjoy bon-fire, traditional folk music dance and Rajasthani dinner at extra cost
A special trip for young students for 5 nights at camp and 1 at the hotel with 6 days to visit (like Kumbhalgarh Fort & Jain temple at Ranakpur) and visit a Marwari bred and 4 riding days from Kumbhalgarh sanctuary to Aravalli hills with a special meeting with young students.
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Trip for 5 nights with 1 at Royal camp and 4 at the hotel with 6 days to visit (like Kumbhalgarh Fort & Jain temple at Ranakpur) and a Great Horses Show with Ali-Baksh dancing with drums and 4 riding days from Kumbhalgarh Sanctuary to Aravalli Hills and remote villages.
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Hans Overeem & Yvette Seppenwoolde, Netherland
Thank you so much for making our stay so interesting and enjoyable. you made a fantastic birthday party for Sarah. We will never forget sitting around the fire under the stars listening to the enchanting music of Rajasthan.
John & Sarah, Bristol, England
We enjoyed every moment of all the time we spent with you and your family. This was the real Rajasthan that we Marwaris had wanted to see for a very long time. The warmth and APNAPAN you showed us by having us as a guest in your house, was really special to us and we would cherish these moments and memories for all our lives. Thanks from the bottom of our hearts.
Divya & Chanchal Agarwal, Banglore, India
Thank you for all the kindness, good food and a lot of stories that give more insight and understanding of life and history in India. We love the quietness and peace if the desert an unforgettable experience.