Desert Safari in Jaisalmer
The Untouched Thar: Why Our Non-Touristic Desert Safari is the Real Jaisalmer Experience
When people think of Jaisalmer, they imagine grand forts, golden havelis, and the shimmering dunes of the Thar Desert. But there’s more to this mystical landscape than the crowded tourist camps and camel rides near Sam. At Open Road Adventures, we offer something different — something real.
Welcome to our Non-Touristic Desert Safari, a soulful journey into the true heart of the Thar. No crowds. No loud music. Just you, the sand, and the stars.
What is a Non-Touristic Desert Safari?
While most desert safaris in Jaisalmer take you to popular (and often overcrowded) spots like Sam Sand Dunes, our non-touristic safari leads you deep into the untouched desert, where silence speaks louder than sound and nature takes the lead.
This is not a show. This is not a theme park.
This is the real desert, experienced the way it was meant to be — raw, peaceful, and deeply human.
Most people come to Jaisalmer dreaming of golden dunes and desert sunsets — but far too often, they end up in crowded camps, surrounded by loud music and lines of tourists. At Open Road Adventures, we offer something different.
Our Non-Touristic Desert Safari is about getting off the beaten path — into the real desert, far from the noise and the crowds — and reconnecting with nature, silence, and timeless local life. It’s raw, authentic, and unforgettable.
🕒 Your Journey Begins at 2 PM
Your adventure starts with a jeep pick-up from Open Road Hostel or Open Road Boutique Hotel. From the moment you leave the city, the journey itself becomes the destination.
En Route, You'll Explore:
🕯 Kuldhara Village: A mysterious, abandoned village filled with haunting legends and stunning architecture. Wander through its silent streets and hear the story of why the entire population vanished overnight 200 years ago.
🌴 Desert Oasis: A rare natural gem in the middle of the arid land — peaceful, quiet, and surreal.
🏚️ Remote Refugee Villages: Meet local families living in simple mud homes. Get a glimpse of traditional Rajasthani life — its rhythms, its hospitality, and its resilience.
This part of the safari offers not just landscapes, but a living connection to the culture and heritage of Rajasthan.
🐪 Into the Desert: Camel Ride & Sunset
At the camel point, your next journey begins — this time on camelback.
Ride for 45 Minutes across soft dunes, with nothing but the wind and shifting sand around you. As you go deeper into the desert, you'll feel the world slow down — replaced by peace, space, and silence.
As you reach our secluded dune base, the day melts into evening. Here, you’ll be welcomed with chai and snacks, served by our warm local hosts. As the sun sets, the sands glow golden, the sky shifts to fiery orange, and the silence becomes magic.
No crowds. No other groups. Just you and the wide-open desert.
🍲 Dinner by Fire & Sleeping Under Stars
As night falls, your hosts prepare a fresh, vegetarian dinner over an open fire — think simple, hearty Rajasthani food like bajra rotis, vegetables, dal, and sweets, all cooked right in front of you. It’s food with soul, made with love and shared under the stars.
After dinner, the real show begins — a night sky full of stars, completely free from light pollution.
You’ll sleep on a comfortable cot and mattress, laid out under the open sky — no tents unless you request them. With the quiet wind, the endless stars, and the sheer stillness of the desert around you, it’s one of the most peaceful nights you’ll ever experience.
🌄 Sunrise & Return
Wake up to the soft glow of the sun rising over the dunes, followed by a simple, nourishing breakfast.
We then drive you back to the city by jeep. Upon return, you’ll have access to washrooms at Open Road Hostel to freshen up, rest, or grab a bite before continuing your Jaisalmer journey.
✨ Why Choose Our Non-Touristic Safari?
❌ No commercial camps or staged performances
✅ Offbeat routes into real desert life
🐪 Personal camel ride (not herded with other tourists)
🥘 Fresh food, made in the desert over fire
🌌 Sleeping under the stars, not in tents (unless preferred)
🧭 Authentic connections with people, not packages
💬 Real stories, real hospitality
Whether you’re a solo traveler seeking silence, a couple looking for romance, or a small group in search of something meaningful — this is Jaisalmer as it used to be. Raw. Real. Rooted.
🏕️ Bonus: 15% Off for Our Guests
Guests staying at Open Road Boutique Hotel (inside the fort) or Open Road Hostel & Cafe (outside the fort) get 15% off on this desert experience.
Our properties also act as a support base before and after your safari — with pickup, storage, freshen-up facilities, and even delicious rooftop meals before or after your trip.
The desert doesn’t just offer views — it offers perspective.
Come live a night you'll never forget.
Open Road Adventures – Where the real desert still lives.
Book now via our front desk or WhatsApp, and take the path less traveled.