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For those who look for a more sedate (if
sedate it can be called!) camping adventure, the seasonal
camps set up in tourist destinations are good options. The
Royal Desert Camp, for example, is set up in Pushkar in time
for the world famous camel fair. The camp accommodates 180
luxury tents. So out in the wilderness of the desert, you have
the luxury of soft beds, essential furniture, and clean
toilets, and even carpets.
A huge tent serves as the dinner hall, complete with experienced chefs and
multicuisine menus. You can even walk
over to the nearby tent, serving as the coffee shop, for a
midmorning snack. In the evening, after you have traversed the
lanes of Pushkar, seen the camels on sale from close range,
you can come back to camp for dinner followed by folk dance
performances. Perhaps even the maharajas traveling through the
desert with their retinue of followers, servants, soldiers,
and chefs never had it this good.
The best time to go camping in the desert of Rajasthan is
winter. From October to February, the sun is pleasantly warm,
and the winds are cool. Nights can be cold, so carry warm
clothing with you. The warm bonfires and cozy tents will
provide further help in beating the heat. |
