Overnight Camel Safari in Thar Desert: Dunes and Bonfire

Sleep under the stars after a camel ride through golden dunes and a bonfire dinner in the sand.

An overnight camel safari in the Thar Desert combines a 65km Jeep ride from Jaisalmer with stops at Kuldhara Village and a natural pond, then a 1.5-hour camel trek through the dunes, sunset with traditional chai, bonfire dinner, and a night sleeping under open sky. The tour includes an English-speaking guide, all meals, blankets and a slow morning before the return Jeep ride home.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Kuldhara Village25m · entry included
2. Longewala War Memorial25m · entry included

Desert safari with cultural experience

• Jeep ride to Thar Desert
• Stop at abandoned village
• Stop at natural pond
• Camel ride through dunes
• Enjoy sunset with chai tea
• Dinner by bonfire
• Cultural dancing and singing
• Sleep under open sky
• Breakfast in desert
• Camel ride back to Jeep
• Jeep ride back home

The experience

The adventure starts with a Jeep ride that covers 65km to reach the Thar Desert, stopping at the abandoned settlement of Kuldhara Village and a natural pond along the way. Once you arrive at the desert camp, a camel takes you on a 1.5-hour journey across the golden dunes. You'll watch the sunset with traditional chai tea and local snacks, then settle in as the guides prepare dinner over a bonfire. The evening includes singing and dancing by the camel man.

After sleeping under the open sky with blankets provided, you'll have a slow morning and breakfast in the desert before the camel brings you back to the Jeep for the return journey to Jaisalmer. The tour runs roughly 20 hours from pickup to drop-off, and an English-speaking guide travels with you throughout. Water, tea, coffee, all meals and the bonfire are included. You'll need to arrange your own transport to the meeting point or confirm the pickup location when you book.

What’s included

• Jeep transport to and from the Thar Desert.
• camel ride through the dunes.
• sunset with traditional chai and local snacks.
• bonfire dinner and breakfast.
• blankets and bottled water.
• English-speaking guide throughout.
• entertainment with singing and dancing by the camel man.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (9 and older) · Child (2 to 8 years): free · Infant (under 2): free

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.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Neer Desert Camel Safari

Is this one for you?The overnight format means you'll spend a full night in the open desert with a camel ride and bonfire dinner, so book this if you want the complete immersion rather than a day trip. The pace is slow and the sleeping is under stars, which suits travelers looking for an unhurried desert experience.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 8 years): free; Infant (under 2): free.

What happens during the Jeep ride to the Thar Desert?

The Jeep covers 65km and stops at Kuldhara Village, an abandoned settlement, and a natural pond before reaching the desert camp where your camel awaits.

How long is the camel ride through the dunes?

The camel trek lasts 1.5 hours and takes you across the golden dunes to the camping location for sunset.

What's included in the overnight stay?

Dinner prepared over a bonfire, breakfast the next morning, blankets, bottled water, tea, coffee, snacks and entertainment by the camel man are all included. You sleep under the open sky at the desert camp.

Is an English-speaking guide provided?

Yes, a live guide who speaks English travels with you for the entire tour from Jaisalmer through the desert and back.

What time does the tour start and end?

The tour runs approximately 20 hours total, beginning with Jeep pickup and ending with your return to Jaisalmer the following morning.