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CAMEL SAFARI

The Jaisalmer is an addiction for camel-safari lovers. We can see the long routes of sand dunes as far as your eyes can go. The golden crests and troughs provide you with the sense of Real thar Desert. It is said that "if want to live in rome than must live like a roman". So, why take an SUV when you have a camel to go through desert, its best in jaisalmer. Take a camel safari to experience the limitless Thar Desert. Welcome to Jaisalmer!

A number of travel agents and tour operators in Jaisalmer organize best camel safaris. Most of these are in the vicinity of Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Osian and Khimsar and stretch from anywhere between 2 to 7 days. There are shorter daylong camel safaris too, which give you a feel of the desert. The majority of camel safaris start from the desert fort in Jaisalmer. In most cases, one camel is provided per person and a camel cart accompanies the entourage, laden with food, utensils and other supplies; it's also an option for anyone who gets sick of sitting on a lurching camel. Tents, food, mineral water, mattresses and an escort are invariably provided, and most operators will also make sure that you get a full dose of local entertainment in the evenings. For longer camel safaris, which are spread over a few days, camps are usually set up at night in the desert villages.

JAISALMER IN BRIEF

Area: 38,401 sq. Kilometers
Population: 5 Lacks 20000 aprox.
Location: Jaisalmer is situated in the most western part of Rajasthan in Great Thar Desert.
Longitude: 69.3 to 72.2° East
Latitude: 26.01 to 28.02° North
Climate of Jaisalmer: Summer 43 °C to 24°C
Winter 24 °C to 4 °C
Best time to visit: October to March
Nearest Railway Station: Jaisalmer Railway Station
Nearest Airport: Jaisalmer Civil Airport
Must Visit: Jaisalmer fort, Havelis and Gadsisar Lake.
Language spoken: Rajasthani, Hindi and English
Religions: Hinduism, Islam And Jainism
STD Code: 02992
Tipping: The tip amount should be around 15 to 20% of the final billing.

BEST ENTERTAINMENT IN JAISALMER

Jaisalmer has little nightlife, but capable to keep us occupied in the charm form of traditional dances, and the full moon in the sky ever makes it much Romantic. Most hotels have some events of evening entertainment for their guests too, so we are unlikely to get bored. Nearly all of them organise cultural programs in the evening and nights. All the major high-end hotels have their private discotheques with well equiped sound devices and are opened till late hours of night.

Pubs and Bars in Jaisalmer All the major hotels have their private pub and offer a variety of liquor to choose from. You can find some of the finest Scotish wines, both red and white, in the premiere ones. Most of the pubs are opened till the late hours.

WEATHER IN JAISALMER

The weather and climate of the Jaisalmer is Arid in nature as like any Desert Region. Summers are hot but winters are relatively very pleasant.
Weather in summer
Jaisalmer is very hot in the summers. Summer season persists from April to half of August. The daytime temperature remains very high and usually touches around 43°C. Nights are relatively cooler typical of arid desert climate and the temperature comes down to as low as 24 °C.

Weather in winter
Winters in Jaisalmer are a lot cooler with day temperature remaining pleasant around 24°C. And nights are so cool with the temperature as low as 4 to 6°C. The winter falls around November and continues till February end.

Weather in Monsoon
As Jaisalmer is situated in area of great Thar Desert monsoon is as good as negligible. Though western disturbance brings around 15 centimeters of annual rainfall, Jaisalmer almost remains dry for most time of the year.

JEEP SAFARI IN JAISALMER

If you think you are more on adventure side then try the Jeep safari to explore the Desert in Jaisalmer. These are done on 4X4 Jeeps that are really powerful machines customized in to 4-wheel drive. These Jeeps are open in summers. The direct sunray in desert in the summers is very harsh to skin. There are chances to get get heat stroke. But in winters, jeep safari in Jaisalmer is a full of fun and adventure game. You can opt for short trips such as Fossil park or Desert National park that are situated in the radius of 50 Km from jaialmer city. You can also opt for Sam Sand Dunes that is about 45 Km away. We suggest you to spend at least a night in the Desert Camp or Resorts . Night stay charges for Jeep safari are negotiable, so settle for the best term.

If you want to go for a really long drive then prepare for Pokharan or Phalodi. This bird sanctuary is nearly 150 Km from Jaisalmer and thus Jeep will be the best possible mode of transport. Spend a night in any of the villages inside the Padholi sanctuary that are still untouched by the outside influence and feel the difference there in Amazing Thar Desert.

MONEY EXCHANGE IN JAISALMER

Money exchange is very easy stuff in these days as Indian Economy has liberalized and opened up. There are lots of money exchangers in Jaisalmer. We can find a lot of money exchange in jaisalmer city. but try and stick to the government authorized ones. Rate slightly varies from one to another so try to catch the best one.

All the major hotels in Jaisalmer have their own in house money exchangers and they go by the latest market rates. These are displayed on electronic boards. International providers such as Visa, Master card and Maestro provide their services in Jaisalmer. International money transfer giant, 'Western Union Money Transfer' also operates from the city.

TASTE IN JAISALMER

The colorful state of Rajasthan also offers lots when it comes to multi cuisines and traditional food. As a vivid traveller you must try out various traditional Rajasthani dishes and food that are easily available in this beautiful desert city as well. The city of Jaisalmer has a rich cultural heritage, which is very well reflected in its rich cuisine. The western part of India has a distinct food culture of its own, which is so very different from the North Indian cuisines.

The murgh-e-subz succulent, boneless strips of chicken stir-fried with shredded vegetables, is one not to miss. Alternatively, you can try the ker sangri (desert beans and capers), which is unique to a region that traditionally saw very little meat. If you have a hearty appetite, the tandoor thali tops: two chicken preparations (including the ubiquitous but delicious tikka), vegetable kabab, mint sauce, and naan. Sensitive stomachs can opt for the kadi pakorao, flour dumplings cooked in yogurt sauce, or bhanon aloo, potatoes stuffed with mint paste and simmered in gravy. All of it washed down with the coldest beers and beverages available in jaisalmer.

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