Jaisalmer Astro Trip
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Overview
Join us for a 2 Nights / 3 Days Leonids Meteor Shower Astro-Trip to Jaisalmer, a unique desert adventure perfect for travelers, students, astronomy lovers, photographers, and thrill-seekers.
Explore the golden city of Jaisalmer, walk through its historic fort, and ride into the Thar Desert on camelback. Spend your nights in cozy desert camps surrounded by peaceful sand dunes.
When the sun sets, get ready for the highlight of the trip—the Leonids Meteor Shower. Under Jaisalmer’s clear, dark skies, you’ll see countless shooting stars lighting up the night. Our expert astronomers will guide you with constellation stories, telescope viewing, astrophotography sessions, and late-night meteor watching.
Along with the skies, enjoy the rich culture of Rajasthan with folk performances, delicious desert food, and warm hospitality. This trip is the perfect mix of heritage, adventure, and stargazing—an unforgettable cosmic journey.
Leonids Meteor Shower
The Leonids is one of the most well-known meteor showers, reaching its peak every year around 15–16 November. It happens when Earth moves through the trail of debris left by Comet Tempel–Tuttle.
The shower is named after the constellation Leo the Lion, since the meteors seem to come from that part of the sky. Leonids are famous for their bright, fast-moving meteors that often leave glowing trails behind them.
On a clear, dark night away from city lights, you can usually see 15–20 meteors per hour during the peak. In the past, the Leonids have even produced incredible “meteor storms”, when thousands of meteors lit up the sky in just one hour—though such events are rare and not expected every year.
Included/Excluded
- Comfortable desert camp accommodation on double sharing basis
- Meals: Day 1 (Hi-tea onwards) to Day 3 (Breakfast) – includes breakfast, lunch, hi-tea & dinner
- Traditional welcome with welcome drinks
- Camel safari experience
- Cultural program with folk dance & DJ
- Stargazing sessions guided by experts using professional telescopes
- Guidance from experienced astronomers and astrophotographers
- Lunch on Day 1 & Day 3, or any meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Personal expenses, tips, and porterage.
- Travel to and from the campsite.
- Extra costs due to unforeseen circumstances (medical emergencies, natural calamities, political disturbances, etc.).
- Additional expenses for transportation or accommodation caused by disruptions (landslides, road blockages, law changes, etc.).
- Anything not specifically listed under “Inclusions.”
Tour Plan
Day 1 - Jodhpur to Jaisalmer – Desert Camp Experience
Morning
- Arrive at Jodhpur Railway Station / Airport.
- Road journey to Jaisalmer (approx. 5–6 hours / 280 km).
- Check in at the desert camp at Sam Sand Dunes.
- Relax and unwind at the camp.
Evening
- Enjoy a camel ride across the sand dunes at sunset.
- Immerse in a traditional Rajasthani cultural program with folk music and dance.
Night
- Relish a traditional dinner at the camp.
- Night Sky Observation – Session 1 (Intro Night)
- Orientation: Introduction to the night sky, constellations, and telescope usage.
- Guided stargazing of Jupiter, Saturn, constellations, and deep-sky objects (DSOs).
- Warm-up meteor shower viewing (sporadic Leonids).
- Astrophotography workshop focused on capturing meteor trails.
Day 2 - Kuldhara Exploration & Leonids Peak Night
Morning
- Breakfast at the camp.
- Optional half-day excursion to the abandoned Kuldhara Village.
- Return to camp in time for lunch.
Afternoon
- Interactive workshop: “What are Meteor Showers? The Story of the Leonids.”
- Hands-on session: Learning to use star maps & meteor spotting techniques.
Evening
- Sunset tea/coffee at the dunes.
- Early light dinner to prepare for the long observation night ahead.
Night – Observation Session 2: Leonids Peak Night
- Begins at 10:00 PM and continues till dawn.
- Key highlights:
- Peak of the Leonids meteor shower (expected 15–20 meteors per hour).
- Laser-guided constellation tour with celestial stories & myths.
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Telescope observation of nebulae, clusters, galaxies.
Day 3 - Farewell from the Desert
- Witness a breathtaking sunrise over the golden sand dunes.
- Enjoy breakfast at the camp.
- Check out from the camp, carrying unforgettable memories of the desert skies and stargazing experience.
Calendar & Prices
Per Person
Things to Carry
Clothing & Footwear
- Layered warm clothing (thermals, fleece/down jacket, sweater/hoodie)
- Full-sleeve T-shirts, track pants/cargo pants
- Warm socks, gloves, woolen cap/balaclava
- Sunglasses & sun cap/hat
- Comfortable shoes + extra sandals
Toiletries & Hygiene
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, soap/face wash, wet wipes
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+), lip balm, moisturizer/cold cream
- Toilet paper/tissues, sanitary items, hand sanitizer, small towel
Medicines & First Aid
- Basic meds (pain relievers, antacids, allergy tablets, ORS)
- Personal prescribed medicines
Electronics & Utilities
- Power bank (20,000 mAh+), charging cables, travel adapter
- Torch/headlamp (with extra batteries)
- Offline maps (downloaded)
Miscellaneous
- Water bottles/thermos, dry snacks (fruits, energy bars, chocolates)
- Small day backpack, ziplock/dry bags, garbage bags
- Travel pillow, earplugs & eye mask
- ID tags on all bags
How to Reach
By Air
- Nearest airport: Jaisalmer
- Distance: ~60 km | Travel time: 1 hrs by cab
By Train to Jaisalmer/Jodhpur
- Well-connected to Delhi, Mumbai, Jodhpur & Ahmedabad
- Popular trains:
- From Mumbai :- Bdts Jsm Sfast Express, Suryanagari Exp. Ranakpur Exp
- From Delhi :- Mandore Exp, Dee Ju sf Exp
- From Ahmedabad : - Bdts Jsm Sfast Exp, Sbib Jsm Sup Exp
By Road
- Connected via NH11 & NH125
- Regular buses & taxis from Jodhpur, Bikaner & Jaipur
- Drive from Jodhpur: ~5 hours
Note : - Solo travellers can reach out to us for sharing taxi.
Things to note
- All confirmations are subject to availability at the time of booking
- Certain conditions like road conditions, weather, and participants' health may cause Itinerary changes. So, the Itinerary can be reshuffled by the local handler if needed.
- Full payment is to be paid before the trip starts, pending payment may result in the cancellation of the booking
- Any inclusion not availed by the customer will not be refunded under any circumstances
- We are not liable for any delay and change in program, expenses incurred due to weather conditions, sickness, landslides, accidents, machinery & equipment failure, and so on
- Check in time: 2 pm & Checkout time : 10 am
- Since stargazing is weather-dependent, we cannot guarantee clear skies. In case of clouds or rain, the experience will still go ahead with alternate astronomy activities, but refunds won’t be possible.
- Please note that no-shows, cancellations after booking, or last-minute changes are also non-refundable.”
Payment
Payment Options:
- UPI - wsouls@ybl
- Online through payment gateway - Click Book Now (3.5% transaction charges)
Payment Terms:
- You can book you seat by paying ₹5000 advance
- The remaining amount has to be paid a week before the trip start date
Cancellation Policy
- Initial booking amount is non - refundable.
- 50% of the total amount will be given as refund for cancellation made 30 days before start of the trip.
- 25% of the total amount will be given as refund for cancellation made 15-30 days before start of the trip.
- No refund will be given for cancellation made 0-15 days before start of the trip.
- 100% refund will be given if trip is cancelled by the operator
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