Fascinating Rajasthan Safari Tours

Rajasthan located in the Western most parts of India is very famous for its rich culture, colorful customs, vibrant traditions, beautiful historical monuments, hospitable people and barren exotic landscapes. Rajasthan also has its fair share of wildlife. Some of the most reputed sanctuaries and wildlife parks of India are located in Rajasthan. Rajasthan also plays a major role in Project Tiger of India, which is an initiative to protect the remaining Indian tigers from poaching. Sariska National Park and Ranthambore National Parks are two wildlife parks which try to contribute their best for the Project Tiger initiative which was started in the year 1973.

If you are thinking about fully exploring the true beauty of Rajasthan, then the best way to do so is a Safari. There are various kinds of Safaris available. There are camel safaris, horse safaris, jeep safaris, etc for tourists to choose from. The safaris show you the whole Rajasthan, from the exotic landscapes to the royal palaces, to the wildlife parks and to the local markets of the pink city. By safaris you get to experience the cultural, historical and natural aspect of the beautiful and colorful state of Rajasthan.

The most popular safari in Rajasthan is the Camel Safari. Camel Safari is the best if you want to explore the beautiful barren deserts of Rajasthan which despite of its rugged nature is still thriving with rural population. Some sites which are best for camel safaris are Jaisalmer, Bikaner and Jodhpur, all of them are situated in the barren Thar Desert. The experience you get from exploring the desert sand dunes during early morning or early evening is out of the world. The most wonderful feeling is when you get to lie down under the beautiful star studded sky in the cold night breeze of the desert. It gives you such peace of mind that cannot be attained by any therapy or yoga in the world. Desert are barren, they have nothing, yet when your explore them closely you find them breathtakingly beautiful. The simplicity of Rajasthan will leave you spellbound. While taking camel safaris, the night time is most fun, many cultural programs are organized where the local people dressed in colorful clothes sing and dance to folk music. This way you get your entertainment and are also able to witness the true cultural heritage of the state of Rajasthan.

The second safari option available for you in Rajasthan is Jeep Safari. Jeep Safaris are more appropriate if you are interested in exploring the wildlife in the region. There are numerous wildlife parks and sanctuaries in the state and the best way to explore these places full of flora and fauna is by taking a jeep safari. Open jeeps take you through the densest of part of the forest so that you can get a glimpse of its most dangerous yet beautiful residents.

Horse safari is the third kind of safari option available in the state of Rajasthan. They are more appropriate when you are visiting the rocky hilly terrains of the state like the Aravali Mountains. Horse safaris are available for the scenic part of the Deogarh Plateau and Aravali Terrain, the beautiful plains and the forests of Udaipur and Samode and lastly the sandy deserts and the rocky regions of Bikaner, Jaisalmer and Jodhpur. Horseback ride through exotic Rajasthani villages, Ruins of Ancient Palaces, Popular Temples and countryside views make it worthwhile.

Safaris in Rajasthan

Camel Safari

If you want to explore the small yet beautiful rural villages of Jaisalmer then camel safaris are most appropriate for you. Camel, which is also called the ship of the desert, is the most exciting kind of safari you will ever have. One advice though: don’t consider camel ride a walk in the park, you have to be really patient if you want to effectively ride a camel as well as enjoy it. Camel safaris are the best way to explore the barren simplicity of The Great Thar Desert. The people living here wear colorful attire and are considered to be the most hospitable people in the world. Despite of being a desert, Thar is beautiful in itself with its own wildlife. You will see sand in all directions with sand dunes as dots here and there. As for flora you will only find xerophytes, shrubs and cactuses. You will feel like giving the local residents an award for surviving in this harsh environment on a daily basis. The rural villagers accept the desert for what it is and they show their appreciation for it by dressing in vibrant colors, folk music and dance. Men with mustache are also kind of a tradition in the rural parts of Rajasthan. The barren lands of Rajasthan are best explored in a safari. Jeep and horse are faster means of travel but for those who want to experience the true royalty of this state; the slow camel safari is just perfect.

Jeep Safari

Jeep Safaris are for those who like to live a life of speed. If you want to go an excursion in the greatest desert in the world, Thar, then jeep safari will definitely satisfy your needs. Jeep safaris make your stay in Rajasthan more fun. It takes you to a never ending journey on the winding roads of Rajasthan. On your way you experience the true cultural, historical and natural beauty of this state in form of Palaces, Havelis, Forts, Wildlife Sanctuaries and National Parks, Cultural Events and the barren Thar Desert. The Jeep safari make your trip to Rajasthan truly extraordinary and out of the world.]

Horse Safari

Horse safaris are a recent addition to the list of safaris available in Rajasthan. It is more exciting and speedy form of safari. Horse safari options are easily available in the forested regions and the hilly terrains of Rajasthan. It is more fun to explore historical places, forests, scenic hilly regions and temples on the back of a horse. There are several rest points for horse riders available at major tourist destinations. You can rest here for a while, take a quick bite, or take a short nap, whatever you want. If you are riding a horse then you should have all the riding gear with you. Common riding gear includes Jodhpur hat, breeches and boots. The speed of the horse will depend on your horse riding capability. You can trot around you horse exploring the beautiful royal forts and palaces of Rajasthan, each having a more interesting back story than the previous one.

Elephant Safar

The most majestic of all the Rajasthan Safaris is the Elephant safari. Rajasthan which is popular for its chivalrous, gallant and royal heritage now allows tourists to feel the same sense of royalty through elephant safaris. Elephants were used by kings as means of travel in historical times. Rajasthan now provides its tourists with the opportunity of experiencing a fully royal façade. If you are visiting Rajasthan then you should consider taking at least one elephant safari. The slow pace of the elephant gives you the perfect chance to inhale the beauty of this mortifyingly beautiful state of Rajasthan. All major towns have the option of Elephant safari available for you. Elephant safaris are also a very popular safari option for exploring the wilderness of the state in the form of sanctuaries and national parks. There are elephant safaris available for exploring the historical palaces and forts of Rajasthan. It is the grandest safari option not only in Rajasthan but in all of India.

Village Safari

The state of Rajasthan takes full pride in its rural culture and villages. Rajasthan has a very rich cultural heritage which can be seen in the grand forts, palaces, temples and havelis situated here. The rural people dress in colorful attire and despite of their average income have a heart of gold. People who reside in the very heart of the Great Thar Desert are some of the bravest people in the world. Somehow they find a reason to appreciate even the barrenness of the desert. If you truly want to explore the original Rajasthani grandeur then you must take village safaris. Jeep safaris are the most appropriate way to explore the rural Rajasthani villages.