Sam Sand Dunes · Jaisalmer, Rajasthan

Desert Camp in Jaisalmer

Experience Luxury Desert Camping at Sam Sand Dunes

About the camp

A heritage camp in the golden heart of the Thar

Jaisalmer, the Golden City where the forts are still alive, has a way of slowing you down. Jaisan Heritage Desert Camp was created to make that slower pace easy: a calm, unhurried base on the Sam Sand Dunes for exploring the Royal Desert City.

Watch the sunrise and sunset from the top of the dunes, ease into an armchair on the verandah, and let evenings unfold with folk music and snacks in the courtyard. Our tents have a cosy king-size bed and an attached, contemporary washroom with toiletries provided, and camel or jeep safaris leave right from the back of the camp. On request, we also host candle-light dinners out on the dunes.

Sam Sand DunesCamp location

AC & non-ACSwiss tents

Camel safariIncluded in package

Dinner & breakfastRajasthani veg buffet

Why choose us

Why guests choose our desert camp in Jaisalmer

More than a campground: we keep the customs of our ancestors and reinterpret them for travellers today.

Right on the Sam Sand Dunes

Wake up on the dunes themselves and watch sunrise and sunset from the top of the sand, a short walk from your tent.

A heritage courtyard layout

Tents are arranged around a large sandy courtyard, inspired by Rajputana homes and the lifestyle of Jaisalmer’s royal families.

Safaris from the back of the camp

Camel and jeep safaris start right behind the camp, so there is no transfer between your tent and the dunes.

A traditional welcome

Arrive to the beat of the dhol, a tilak and a welcome drink, the way guests have been received in Rajasthan for generations.

Evenings by the fire

Live Rajasthani folk music and dance, a campfire in the courtyard and a vegetarian Rajasthani buffet dinner.

Thoughtful comforts

King-size beds, attached washrooms with toiletries, hot and cold water, room service and free car parking.

Accommodation

Swiss tents with the comforts of a room

Swiss tent interior with a king-size bed, armchairs, side table and tea tray

Swiss Camp · AC and Non-AC

Our tents are intricately designed with sheer curtains and planned around a large sandy courtyard, so you feel the chase of sun and shadow through the day. Inside, they are furnished like a well-kept room.

Cosy king-size bed
Attached contemporary washroom with toiletries
Hot and cold water
Room service
Choice of air-conditioned or non-AC tent
Extra bed available for a third guest

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Front of a Swiss tent with a scalloped canopy, red tie-back curtains and a sandstone sit-out

Attached bathroom with white marble finish, a vessel basin and a water heater

Tent sit-out with a sandstone bench, striped cushions and a fruit basket

Experiences

Things to do at the camp

From slow camel rides at sunset to dune bashing and starlit dinners, here is how guests spend their time on the Sam Sand Dunes.

Camel Safari

Sunset ride over the dunes, included in our package

Open jeep throwing up sand as it climbs a dune on a desert safari

Jeep Safari

Dune bashing in a 4x4 across the Thar

Cultural Program

Folk music and dance in the courtyard each evening

Canopied dinner set-up with cushions and a low table on the open sand dunes

Dinner on the Dunes

A private candle-light dinner on request

Rider on a quad bike (ATV) climbing a sand dune

ATV Bike Ride

Quad bikes for a faster run over the sand

Parasail with a rider above the desert scrub near Jaisalmer

Parasailing

See the desert from the air

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Red safari jeep parked on the dunes at sunset

Desert safari in Jaisalmer

Camel or jeep, straight from the camp

The dunes start where our camp ends. A camel safari is part of every package, timed so you reach the crest of the dunes as the sun goes down over the Thar.

Prefer more pace? A jeep safari takes you dune bashing across the sand, and ATV rides and parasailing can also be arranged. Ask us about availability and charges when you book.

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Cultural evening

Evenings here are never dull

As the light fades, folk artists take over the courtyard with live Rajasthani music and dance, the campfire is lit and dinner is served.

Rajasthani folk music with dances
Campfire in the courtyard
Vegetarian Rajasthani buffet dinner
Evening and morning tea and coffee
DJ party for those who want to keep going
Candle-light dinner on the dunes, on request

Reserve Your Evening

Rajasthani folk dancers performing at night in front of the illuminated tents

Folk musicians singing and playing traditional instruments at the camp

Gallery

Life at the camp

Aerial view of the camp at sunrise with the Thar Desert stretching beyond

Campfire in the courtyard at sunset with floor seating and a painted wall

Carved sandstone entrance with arched niches and wall lamps

Attached bathroom with black marble walls, a vessel basin and modern fittings

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FAQs

Questions about our desert camp

Where is Jaisan Heritage Desert Camp located?

The camp is at Khasra No. 420/367, Sam Road, on the Sam Sand Dunes near Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. You can open our location in Google Maps for directions.

What kind of tents do you offer?

We have Swiss tents in two options, AC and non-AC. Each tent has a king-size bed and an attached, contemporary washroom with toiletries, plus hot and cold water. An extra bed can be added for a third guest.

What is included in the desert camp package?

Our package includes a traditional welcome and welcome drink, evening and morning tea or coffee, a camel safari, sunset on the dunes, Rajasthani folk music and dance, a DJ party, a campfire, a vegetarian Rajasthani buffet dinner, an overnight stay, breakfast, room service, mineral water and free car parking. See the tariff page for details.

Can I do a jeep safari or ATV ride from the camp?

Yes. Camel and jeep safaris start right behind the camp. A camel safari is part of the package; for jeep safari, ATV rides, parasailing or a private dinner on the dunes, ask us about availability and charges when you book.

Is the food vegetarian?

Dinner in our package is a vegetarian Rajasthani buffet, and breakfast is included the next morning. If you have dietary needs, mention them when you book.

How do I book a stay?

Message us on WhatsApp or call +91 8302886390 with your dates, number of guests and preferred tent (AC or non-AC). You can also email jaisanheritagedesertcamp@gmail.com.

When is the best time for desert camping in Jaisalmer?

October to March is the most comfortable season, with warm days and cool to cold nights. Read our guide to the best time to visit Jaisalmer for desert camping.

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