Sunset camel rides, thrilling jeep safaris and overnight desert camps in the heart of the Thar — planned by locals who know every dune by name.
An Overnight Camel Safari in Jaisalmer is a wonderful way to experience the Thar Desert beyond a short camel ride. Instead of returning to the city after sunset, travellers spend the night in the desert and enjoy the peaceful surroundings, traditional food, desert music and a beautiful sunrise.
The safari generally starts in the afternoon and continues until the following morning. Depending on the route and package, an overnight safari can last around 12 to 20 hours. Some packages, for example, operate from about 2:00 PM until 11:00 AM the next morning.
Overnight Camel Safari Duration
The camel riding portion is usually shorter than the total safari duration. A typical overnight experience may include around 1.5 to 2 hours of camel riding, along with sunset viewing, dinner, overnight camping and a morning sunrise experience.
A common schedule is:
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Pickup from Jaisalmer and transfer towards the desert
3:30 PM – 5:30 PM: Camel ride through the dunes
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM: Sunset views and photography
Evening: Traditional dinner, folk music and desert activities
Night: Overnight stay in a desert camp or under the open sky
Early morning: Sunrise over the dunes
Morning: Breakfast and return journey
Around 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: End of the safari
The exact timing can change according to the season, route and safari operator.
