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Camel Safaris in the Thar Desert
Camel Safari in Jaisalmer
Camel safaris are a popular activity for those visiting the Thar Desert in India.
Most people base themselves in Jaisalmer before heading off to the desert for their camel safari.
Hotels like Shahi Palace and Renuka in Jaisalmer organize great camel safaris for guests, as do agencies like Adventure Travel and Sahara Travels.
Camel safaris can be as short as an hour or as long as several days.
Most camel safaris involve some sightseeing in addition to an actual camel ride in the sand dunes.
Many safaris take you to the cenotaphs, the Jain temple, and a local village in the desert before your actual camel ride.
Camel safaris are led by local guides from villages in the Thar Desert.
They are very knowledgeable about the desert and the surrounding area.
Make sure to bring some extra cash to tip your guide at the end of the tour, as it will be expected.
Whatever length of camel safari you choose, make sure the hotel or agency that books your camel safari writes down everything that you will see, do, and eat as well as every camping provision that will be given to you (if on an overnight safari) before you hand over any money.
This will ensure that you get everything you are promised.
Prices for camel safaris in the Thar Desert range from around Rs. 500 for a day safari to around Rs. 1500 for a night.
Prices can vary widely from one operator or hotel to another, so shop around or negotiate for the best price.
Shahi Palace Hotel Jaisalmer India
Breakfast at the Shahi Palace Hotel
Shahi Palace Hotel
Address: Near SBBJ Bank, Shiv Road, Jaisalmer 345001
Phone: +91-2992-255920
The Shahi Palace hotel is the best mid-range hotel in Jaisalmer.
Ideally located at the base of Jaisalmer Fort, the Shahi Palace is a 500 year old haveli that has been converted into a hotel.
The 16 guest rooms at the Shahi Palace are tastefully decorated with bright colored pillows and curtains and lovely bed spreads. Rooms include basic amenities, but bring your own shampoo and conditioner.
The Shahi Palace’s roof terrace has a good restaurant with wonderful views of Jaisalmer Fort. Also on the roof is the tiny computer/internet space as well as a lending library (leave two books, take one).
In addition to being the best hotel in Jaisalmer, the Shahi Palace hotel is perhaps best known for arranging camel safaris in the Thar desert.
For around 16 USD, you can book a camel safari for an afternoon (includes trips to the cenotaphs and Jain temple near Jaisalmer). Prices for overnight camel safaris through Shahi Palace vary depending on the length of the safari and the activities included.
Shahi Palace hotel’s sister hotels in Jaisalmer include the Oasis Haveli and Star Haveli, both of which are run by the staff at Shahi. Rooms are comparable to those at the Shahi Palace. Meals are taken at the main hotel, which is a short walk from the Oasis Haveli and the Star Haveli.