2-Day Thar Desert Safari from Jaisalmer: Camel & Jeep

Ride camels across sand dunes and sleep beneath the desert sky

A 2-day safari into the Thar Desert from Jaisalmer combines camel trekking and jeep travel, with an overnight stay at a desert campsite. You depart early from Hotel Renuka, visit Khaba Fort's abandoned village on the way, spend the afternoon riding through isolated dunes, and sleep under the stars with proper bedding. Day two brings sunrise camel riding before a jeep returns you to Jaisalmer by noon. Lunch, dinner and breakfast are included. The group stays under eight people or travels as your own private group.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Jeep and camel safari to desert campsite

• Depart 7:30 am from Hotel Renuka by jeep
• Visit Khaba Fort abandoned village
• 3-hour camel safari through small villages
• Lunch and rest under trees from 12 pm to 3 pm
• Camel trek through sand dunes 3 pm to 5 pm
• Arrive at campsite for sunset
• Dinner cooked over campfire
• Overnight sleep under stars

Day 2: Camel ride and return to Jaisalmer

• Sunrise and breakfast at campsite
• Camel riding and galloping in sand dunes
• Jeep pickup at 11 am
• Drive back to Jaisalmer by noon

The experience

The tour starts at 7:30 AM with a 55-kilometer jeep drive from Hotel Renuka to the campsite, passing through Khaba Fort where you explore the ruins of an abandoned village and its artifacts. The landscape shifts as you approach the desert proper. This is the setup for what comes next.

Once at the camp, a three-hour camel trek takes you through small villages and across the sand dunes. You'll ride again in the late afternoon, moving deeper into the isolated dunes before sunset. Dinner is prepared over a campfire at the campsite, and you sleep on a proper bed roll beneath the stars, with clean blankets provided. There are no built facilities on-site. Toilets require going behind the bushes, which is part of the trade-off of sleeping in open desert.

Day two begins after sunrise and breakfast with more camel riding and galloping along the dunes. A jeep picks you up at 11 AM and drives you back to Jaisalmer, arriving around noon. Your guide speaks English throughout, and children from age four are welcome on the tour.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup at 7:30 AM from Hotel Renuka.
• jeep transport to and from the campsite.
• three hours of camel trekking on day one and camel riding on day two.
• overnight camping with bed and blankets.
• lunch, dinner cooked over a campfire, and breakfast.
• visit to Khaba Fort's abandoned village.
• English-speaking guide throughout.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 12:00

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (9 to 75 years) · Child (4 to 8 years) · Under 4: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 14 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Renuka Camel Safari

Is this one for you?The two-day commitment means you leave the morning of day one and return by noon on day two, fitting the safari into a tight schedule without eating up the rest of your Jaisalmer time. If you have only a single day free, look for a one-day jeep-only option instead.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 8 years). Under 4: they can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the actual camel riding like on this safari?

You ride camels for roughly three hours on day one through small villages, then again in the late afternoon across isolated sand dunes. Day two includes camel riding and galloping before the jeep pickup at 11 AM. The riding is spread across both days, not continuous.

Do I need to bring my own bedding and toiletries for the overnight?

The campsite provides a proper bed and clean blankets for sleeping. There are no man-made facilities like washrooms or showers on-site, so pack accordingly and plan for basic desert camping conditions.

How far is the campsite from Jaisalmer, and how long is the jeep ride?

The campsite is 55 kilometers from the city. The initial jeep drive from Hotel Renuka takes you there in the morning, and the return drive on day two takes about an hour, arriving in Jaisalmer around noon.

What does the tour include for meals?

Lunch and rest are provided on day one from noon to 3 PM, dinner is cooked fresh over the campfire that evening, and breakfast is served on day two before the return drive.

Can I book this as a private group, or is it shared with other travelers?

The group size is a maximum of eight people if you join others, but you can also book the entire safari as a private group for your party at any size.

What is Khaba Fort, and how much time do we spend there?

Khaba Fort is an abandoned village you visit on the jeep drive to the campsite on day one. You explore the ruined homes, spot artifacts, and take in the sweeping desert views before continuing to the dunes.