These months have favorable climates for desert safaris. Visitors from all over the world flock to the vibrant desert festival in February. Check out our interesting list of things to do in Jaisalmer ( Like Jaisalmer Camping) below and indulge in all this on your next vacation in Rajasthan.
Experience the Scenery:
- Jaisalmer Fort – See The Grandeur –
- Jaisalmer City – Witness the Scenic Beauty
- Jaisalmer Local Bazaar – Shopping
- Kanoi – Parasailing -PA
- Sam Dunes – Quad Biking
- Thar Desert – Dune Bashing
- Tanot Mata Temple – India Pak Border
- Tanot Mata Temple – India Pak Border
Jaisalmer Fort
The city is known for its large fort that surrounds the city of Jaisalmer and other attractions. These include Jaisalmer Fort, Gadisar Lake, Patwonki He Haveli, Sadar Bazaar, Desert National Park and others. A city tour is one of the most desirable activities in Jaisalmer. Depending on the time available, visits to the Desert Museum and the Regional History Museum can also be planned.
- Jaisalmer Fort Ticket Price: INR 50
- Jaisalmer Fort Opening Hours: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Access: Car, Taxi, Train
- Famous: Tourist
Jaisalmer City Witness the Scenic Beauty
For a glimpse of royal Jaisalmer, take a guided photo tour of Jaisalmer’s top attractions. This 2-hour fascinating tour of his takes you through alleyways, havelis, temples, and forts to see the dunes and sands from a never-before-seen perspective. Bring your best camera and wide-angle lens to take amazing pictures. While exploring the city, try some delicious snacks at some of Jaisalmer’s cafes.
- Fare: INR 1300/person
- Directions: Car, Taxi, Train
- Famous Place: Rajasthani Culture
Jaisalmer Local Bazaar – Shopping
Rajasthan is full of vibrant shopping opportunities. And shopping in the fortified city is one of the best things to do in Jaisalmer for shopaholics, as there are so many options and types of handcrafted products such as clothing, jewellery, accessories, bags and shoes.
- What to buy: Marionettes, Rajasthani textiles, juti, ornaments, local handicrafts, camel leather goods, yellow sandstone exhibits, wooden products and ornaments), Sonaron ka Baas and State Khadi Gramodyog Bhavan at Seema Gram
- Getting there: Car, Taxi, Train
- Famous for: Artifacts
Kanoi Parasailing PA
The viewing experience of flying over the desert and enjoying an exhilarating bird’s eye view is a treat for the heart and soul. Widely found in desert areas, this exciting and daring parasailing activity is one of Jaisalmer’s most unusual activities. Most desert camps organize this activity upon prior request. It is also one of the best activities you can participate in in Jaisalmer.
Fee: INR 760
Getting there: Car, Taxi, Train
Famous for parasailing
Sam Dunes Quad Biking
Quad biking is also one of the most exciting activities in Jaisalmer. Explore the dune landscape or ride a quad on a closed circuit. The dusty whirlpools generated by the ATV’s motion add to the thrill. With perfect sandy terrain and plenty of room, quad biking is one of the best things to do in Jaisalmer when it comes to adventure activities.
Fare: INR 1700
How to Get There: Car, Taxi, Train
Famous For: Cycling
Thar Desert Dune Bashing
The dunes of Thar Desert are great for bashing and off-road activities.
Exploring the desert by SUV is one of the most vibrant activities in Jaisalmer, India. This adventure sport uses large sport utility vehicles such as Toyota Land Cruisers and Fortuner 4X4s. Dune bashing and off-roading require sharp rollovers and competent maneuvering skills, so this is done under strict professional supervision.
Fare: INR 3500/person
Directions: Car, Taxi, Train
Famous Place: Desert Safari
Tanot Mata Temple India Pak Border
Jaisalmer India-Pakistan Border. Located near the Tanot Mata Temple, the India-Pakistan border is one of Jaisalmer’s most popular tourist attractions. Travelers can extend their desert safari and visit the Indian Pak border area with prior permit and Permit ID issued by the Indian Army.
Getting there: Car, Taxi, Train
Famous for: Sightseeing.
Desert National Park Admire Wildlife
Admire Wildlife is one of the popular activities in Jaisalmer city. Located in the western part of Rajasthan, the Desert National Park covers an area of 3162 km. They consist of rock faces, sand dunes and salt lake bottoms. A great example of the Thar Desert, a variety of animals such as Indian Fox, Desert He Cat, Chinkara can be found here. The Indian bustard, the state bird of Rajasthan, can also be seen here.
Location: Myajlar Road, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan 345001
Hours of Operation: 7am to 5pm
How to Get There: Car, Taxi, Train
Famous Place: Bird Watching
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