Jaisalmer Astro Trip
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₹14999
Overview
Join us for a 2 Nights / 3 Days 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 - Stargazing under clear skies. Under Jaisalmer’s clear, dark skies, you’ll see stars lighting up the night. Our expert astronomers will guide you with constellation stories, telescope viewing, astrophotography sessions.
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.
Cost:
- Double Sharing - 14,999/- Per Person
- Triple Sharing - 12,999/- Per Person
- Kids under 10 years - 9,999/- Per Person
*Extra mattress will be provided for a family of 3
*Kids below 5 years are free.
If your travel dates differ or you’d like this journey tailored just for you, head to our custom trip page:
Included/Excluded
- Comfortable desert camp accommodation on double/triple 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
- 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
Morning
- Check in at the desert camp at Khuri Desert camps.
- 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
- Dinner at camp. Orientation: Basics of night sky, constellations & telescope viewing.
- Western Astronomy and Discoveries: Engage in an insightful session on the evolution of astronomy and significant scientific milestones.
- Guided stargazing: Planets: Observe planets (Jupiter, Saturn), prominent constellations, and selected deep-sky objects through high-quality telescopes, guided by expert astronomers.
- Astrophotography session: Learn the fundamentals of night photography and capture mesmerizing star trails in the pristine desert skies.
Day 2
Morning
- Breakfast at camp.
- Optional excursion to Kuldhara Village (Half Day).
- Return to camp by lunch.
Evening
- Workshop session: Sunspots Observations: Observe sunspots and solar features using safe, specialized solar filters, guided by our astronomy experts.
- Hands-on activity: Understand how to read and navigate star maps to identify constellations and celestial objects.
- Evening : Sunset tea/coffee.
Night –
- Light dinner early, so guests are free for late-night observation.
- Introduction to Indian Astronomy: Explore concepts of Rashi, Nakshatras, cosmic timelines, and mythological interpretations rooted in ancient Indian sky tradition.
- Laser-guided sky tour: Identify major constellations and learn the stories behind them through an engaging laser-guided session.
- Telescope observation: View nebulae, star clusters, and distant galaxies through advanced telescopes in dark desert skies.
- Astrophotography :Learn techniques to capture the Milky Way, deep-sky objects, and creative long-exposure night shots.
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.
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General price: Double Sharing (Per Person) ₹16999 / ticket | Triple Sharing (Per Person) ₹14999 / ticket
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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
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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