Nights in the dunes, royally spent
Canvas tents on the sands of Pushkar, a camel ride into the sunset, Kalbelia dancers by the fire and a Rajasthani dinner under more stars than you remembered existed.
- From Ajmer
- ≈ 15 km
- From Jaipur
- ≈ 3 hours
- Best season
- October – March
- Every evening
- Folk music & bonfire
A desert camp in Pushkar where the evening is the destination
Pushkar Royal Desert Camps sits on soft sand at the edge of one of India's oldest holy towns, where the Aravalli hills meet the Thar. Come for one night and you get the whole of Rajasthan in miniature: camels, colour, music, fire and food.
Real desert setting
Tents and cottages on soft sand, ringed by the Aravalli hills, yet a short drive from Pushkar Lake and the Brahma Temple.
Everything in one stay
Tent, camel ride, folk evening, dinner and breakfast are planned as a single, unhurried experience.
Hosted by locals
Run by people from the Pushkar region who know the dunes, the artists and the back roads.
For every kind of group
Couples, families, friends, school trips, pre-wedding shoots and corporate off-sites.
Tents & cottages in Pushkar, three ways
Block-printed Swiss tents, a big family tent and red-roofed cottage rooms — each with proper beds and an attached bathroom.
The classicDeluxe Swiss Tent
A canvas Swiss tent with a scalloped canopy, block-printed walls, a proper double bed, attached bathroom and its own lawn sit-out.
For families & friendsFamily Swiss Tent
A much larger tent with several beds, seating and two air coolers — room for the whole family or a group of friends under one canopy.
Solid walls, same desertDesert Cottage Room
Red-roofed cottage rooms set in palm gardens, for guests who prefer a room to a tent but still want to wake up on the sand.
From golden hour to a sky full of stars
Scroll through a day at camp — the sky changes as you go.
Arrival
Tilak, a cool welcome drink and time to settle into your tent.
Into the dunes
Camels are saddled. Ride out for the sunset over the Aravallis.
Lamps are lit
Tea and snacks in the courtyard as the camp glows with lanterns.
Music & dance
Kalbelia dancers and folk musicians gather around the bonfire.
Dinner
A hot Rajasthani vegetarian spread, served under the open sky.
A sky full of stars
The lamps dim, the desert goes quiet and the stars take over.
Desert sunrise
Chai at your tent, breakfast, and the lake and temples before you leave.
Camel safari in Pushkar, and everything after
01
Sunset Camel Safari
Ride out across the dunes on a decorated camel and watch the sun drop behind the Aravalli hills.
02
Desert Jeep Safari
An open-jeep run through dunes, dry riverbeds and farming villages around Pushkar.
03
Kalbelia & Folk Music Evening
Musicians and Kalbelia dancers perform in the lamp-lit courtyard every evening.
04
Rajasthani Dinner by the Fire
Dal baati churma, gatte ki sabzi, ker sangri and bajra roti — cooked fresh and served hot.
05
Stargazing on the Dunes
Away from town lights, the desert sky is the last show of the night.
06
Pushkar Temple & Lake Walk
The Brahma Temple, the 52 ghats of the holy lake and the old bazaar, with a local guide.
One booking. The whole evening.
A typical overnight stay is planned as one continuous experience. Exact inclusions are confirmed with your booking.
Sand, colour and firelight
Closer than you think
Pushkar is 15 km from Ajmer, over the Nag Pahar pass, and an easy drive from Jaipur. Trains to Ajmer Junction run from Delhi, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur and Ahmedabad.
Read the Pushkar travel guide| Ajmer Junction (rail) | ≈ 15 km | 30–40 min |
|---|---|---|
| Kishangarh Airport | ≈ 45 km | about 1 hr |
| Jaipur | ≈ 145 km | about 3 hrs |
| Jodhpur | ≈ 190 km | about 4 hrs |
| Udaipur | ≈ 280 km | about 5 hrs |
| Delhi | ≈ 410 km | 7–8 hrs |
Questions, answered
Everything guests usually ask before booking a desert camp in Pushkar.
Where is Pushkar Royal Desert Camps located?
The camp is set in the sand dunes on the outskirts of Pushkar in Ajmer district, Rajasthan — a short drive from Pushkar Lake and the Brahma Temple, and about 15 km from Ajmer Junction railway station.
What is included in a desert camp stay?
A stay normally covers your tent, a welcome drink, a sunset camel or camel-cart ride, the evening folk music and Kalbelia dance programme with bonfire, a vegetarian Rajasthani buffet dinner and breakfast the next morning. Ask us for the exact inclusions for your dates.
What is the best time to visit a desert camp in Pushkar?
October to March is the best season, with pleasant days and cool nights. The Pushkar Camel Fair takes place in the Hindu month of Kartik (October or November) and is the busiest week of the year.
Do the tents have attached bathrooms?
Yes. Every tent has its own attached bathroom with running water, along with proper beds, linen and electricity.
Is non-vegetarian food or alcohol served?
No. Pushkar is a holy town where meat, eggs and alcohol are not permitted, and the camp respects this custom. The kitchen serves freshly cooked vegetarian Rajasthani and North Indian food; Jain meals can be arranged on request.
Can I come only for the evening programme and dinner?
Yes. An evening package with camel ride, cultural programme and dinner — without an overnight stay — can be arranged. Send us your date and group size.
Is the camp suitable for children and elderly guests?
Yes. Tents are at ground level on firm plinths, camel-cart rides are available for those who prefer not to ride a camel, and the evening programme is family friendly.
Do you host groups, weddings and pre-wedding shoots?
Yes. The camp can be booked for school and college groups, corporate off-sites, destination wedding functions and pre-wedding photo shoots. Contact us with your requirements for a custom plan.
How do I book?
Send an enquiry from this website with your dates and number of guests. We will reply with availability and the tariff for your dates, and confirm the booking once the advance is received.
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