Tuesday, October 22, 2013

Cruising the Deserts of Rajasthan on Camel Safari

Rajasthan is a very popular holiday destination among domestic as well as foreign travelers. It is known for its palaces of maharajas and camel safari in the vast desert. Camel Safari is a fun and amusing thing which is chosen by each and every traveler while making an itinerary for Rajasthan tour. Through the safari, you will be able to witness the rustic, rural desert life of India. Rippling over the sand dunes and watching the rural areas life and activities also spellbind you in the charm of the state.


The Great Indian Desert, i.e. Thar Desert, is also located in this largest state of India and it can be best explored by camel safari. It is the unique experience that one should have once in a life time. Riding on the camel safari is an adventure cum fun as it takes you to the golden sand of the Thar Desert. It provides the glimpse of the desert through remote areas of this beautiful state.


Watching sunset/sunrise through camel safari is a unique experience as the view is really breathtaking. Riding through the sandy dunes gives you the experience of arrant beauty of the mysterious desert which tempts you to enjoy a sparkling sunrise/sunset. Booking  a camel safari for Rajasthan in advance is a right choice to avoid inconvenience as during the season time, it is very hard to get a camel safari without advance booking.


Bring some necessary things before going to ride a camel safari like a hat or turban to protect oneself from sun rays, sunscreen lotion, sunglasses, long-sleeve shirt, long trousers, sneakers, camera, towel, diary, pen, medical kit, some food, mineral water bottle, etc. Do not forget to take a hat, sunscreen lotion and sunglasses as the sun is fierce in the daytime and try to make you tired. Nights are colder in desert areas, so, also keep some winter clothes to make your journey with proper comfort.

General instructions must be followed while taking a ride on the camel as it is a tame animal and certain care and precautions must be taken care to make the ride comfortable.

  • While mounting on the camel, make sure that you put yourself comfortable in the saddle.
  • When the camel stands up or sits down, hold the mori or reins tightly, otherwise there is a chance to fall off.
  • Hold the reins even during the riding time as the camel moves gently back and forth.
  • To stop the camel, pull both the reins backward.
  • Never provide any kind of food material to the camel.


Most popular places in Rajasthan that has desert area and provides camel safari are Jaisalmer, Bikaner and Jodhpur. Other places of Rajasthan also offer camel safari rides like in Udaipur and Pushkar. During the Pushkar fair, camels are sold and bought by many people at a good cost. You can also enjoy camel safari in this fair. Through the camel safari, one can take the full shot of Pushkar fair in one slot. They decorate the camel very well to attract the visitors. Taking photographs in a Rajasthani dress while sitting beside the camel is also common. These photographs are the some of memories that you take back home with yourself and they always keep reminding you of the Rajasthan camel safari trip.


So, one can say that camel safari is one of the most unforgettable and enchanting experiences that anyone have in India. This desert place captivates the tourist for a long time with its charm and beauty.

Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Flavors of Traditional Cuisines in Rajasthan Tour

Hey guys, have you ever been in the magical land, Rajasthan? If yes, then you must have tried out the flavors of mouth-watering multi Rajasthani cuisines. Imagining Rajasthan Tour without savor of its delicious cuisines sounds like weird. The gastronomy of this region is totally different from any other cities or state of India and its rich delicacies always allow you to add more and more spice to your life. Cooking in Rajasthan has come from the root and it also shows the lifestyle of the people living here. As the state once was ruled by Mughals and Rajputs, so, you can also expect to taste traditional and Shahi dishes over here.

Dal-Bati-Churma
During Rajasthan tour, you can often hear the word 'Thali'. It is obvious that first, time visitors will definitely be surprised by this word. But, what is actually? It's a custom of Rajasthani people which once was followed by royal families since years ago, where they offer some delectable variety of dishes in a single, but comparatively big plate. Along with this, you can also taste one of the famous dishes of Rajasthani cuisine, Dal-Bati-Churma which makes a Thali complete. During all auspicious occasions, presence of this trendy recipe make it complete. Flavors of yummy foods spread in every city of the state that will surely allow you to carry some good taste from India Tour.

Bajre Ki Roti
Existence of some other popular recipes like bajre ki roti, khichdi, roti, bail-gatte and kadhi enhances the beauty of Rajasthani Thali. Finger-licking chutneys, papads and salads, how one can forget? One can say foodies delight place.

Rajasthani Thali
This is not the end of your meal; yummiest desserts like ghevar, feeni and gujia are served after you have finished your meal. Would you not like to experience this special treatment of Rajasthani people while you are in this state? Exquisite restaurants of this terrain are beautifully holding such an amazing tradition with descent a variety of cuisines which you can discover during North India tour.

Rajasthan Desert Gujia
Time to make some changes to your life and this is the right time to make an ideal decision. So, why don't you plan for a trip to Rajasthan to attain the taste of nature? But, before planning the tour, get the best Travel Agent for India so as to get better travel experience. It becomes quite difficult to find out the best one from a mass, but prioritize them who are trustable, knowledgeable and reliable. One such a gem of your choice is India's leading travel agent Erco Travels(www.ercotravels.com).