A desert camp night is the moment most travellers remember from Rajasthan. Here’s how a typical Letfly camp evening in Jaisalmer unfolds.
Afternoon: check in and slow down
After reaching Jaisalmer, you check into the desert camp, freshen up and have lunch. The camps have comfortable tents set among the dunes, a real change of pace after the city.
Jeep safari across the dunes
The adrenaline part: a jeep safari that climbs and dips over the sand dunes. Hold on tight, and keep your camera ready for the views from the top.
Camel ride at sunset
Then it’s the traditional way to see the desert: a slow, swaying camel ride timed for sunset. Watching the sun sink over the Thar, turning the dunes gold and then deep orange, is unforgettable.
Evening: folk dance, music and campfire
As night falls, the camp comes alive. Local artists perform Rajasthani folk dance and live music around a warm campfire. Dinner is served, the stars come out, and the desert goes quiet in a way you won’t find anywhere else.
Tips for your desert night
- Carry a warm layer: desert nights can be surprisingly cold.
- Protect your gear: a zip-lock bag keeps sand out of your phone and camera.
- Wear closed shoes: the sand gets hot in the day.
- Stay hydrated: drink water through the afternoon.
You can experience the desert camp on our Rajasthan: Jaipur & Jaisalmer, Jaisalmer, Delhi & Agra and Grand North India trips.
