Question 1

What are the best things to do in Rajasthan?

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1. Wildlife Safari: The land of the wild and free, Rajasthan houses two significant wildlife parks, namely - Ranthambore National Park and the Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary. And at both these untamed sites live a variety of animals and plants.Both these places are also counted under the top Tiger Reserves and make it possible to spot the wild cats in their natural habitat. Numerous trail and jeep safari adventures are also made available for visitors, making it one of the most exciting things to do in Rajasthan.Location: Ranthambore (Sawai Madhopur), Sarsiaka (Alwar).Price:Ranthambore National Park - (Indian Nationals) - INR 800 Jeep Safari (Foreign Nationals) - INR 1600 Jeep Safari.- (Indian Nationals) - INR 600 Canter Safari (Foreign Nationals) - INR 1300 Canter SafariSariska Wildlife Sanctuary - Indians: INR 75, Foreign Nationals: INR 500, Vehicles: INR 250.Timings:- Ranthambore National Park - Winters: 7:00 AM - 10:30 AM and 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM Summers: 6:00 AM - 9:30 AM and 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM- Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary - October - February: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM.March - September: 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM.2. Shopping: One can never return from a vacation without exploring the markets and shopping culture of a place. The same goes for Rajasthan. Just like its colourful lifestyle the markets in all the different cities are also vibrant and filled with liveliness.Whether you are strolling across the old city area in Jaipur or the Clock Tower Market of Jodhpur, there will be something unique and exquisite that will catch your attention and make you splurge on beautiful artefacts and trinkets.Location: Rajasthan (Jaipur, Bikaner, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Udaipur, Pushkar etc.).Timings: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM.3. Hot-air Ballooning: Go on the heights to get a glimpse of places like Jaipur and Pushkar from a new angle. The clear and undisturbed skies, a stunning panorama of the landscape underneath and the company of your near and dear ones.All this is something that one cannot experience over and over or be able to erase the idyllic memory. A hot-air balloon ride is also perfect to take your partner on a date, or to ask the big question (proposal) and seal the deal.Location: Jaipur, Pushkar.Price: Starts from INR 7000.Timings: April-June - 5:30 AM, September- November - 6:15 AM and 4:00 PM, December to March - 6:45 AM and 3:30 PM.4. Zip-lining: Starting from the Neemrana Fort, the zip-lining adventure is one that will cheer the adrenaline-junkies. One gets to go on a 25 to 30 minutes long journey across the beautiful landscapes and sceneries of Neemrana, at a speed of 40 kilometres.There are different courses and lengths to choose from, each course covering a range of different attractions along the route. Moreover, It takes a short walk to the top of the Fort and a thorough briefing session before one can qualify to attempt the activity.Location: Neemrana.Price: INR 2000.Timings: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM.5. Desert Camping: This is an experience that you will find nowhere else in the country. The vast extents of the Thar Desert covering the state of Rajasthan are fast becoming popular hubs for activities. One such is Desert Camping.Many luxurious and well-appointed campsites are opened in parts of the region that lets the guests spend an evening in the middle of the dunes, isolated and away from the city buzz. Apart from a stay in spacious tents, one can enjoy bonfires, traditional dinners, special safaris and desert adventures, evening entertainment to make the camping wholesome.Location: Jodhpur, Jaisalmer.Price: Starts from INR 600.6. Attending the International Kite Festival: The festival of Sankranti is celebrated with much penchant each year and to best experience it, one must attend and be a part of the International Kite Flying Festival that is organized in Jodhpur.Every January, till the 14th, the kite-flying experts and enthusiasts come together and partake in competitive events. This is a three-day celebration that takes place at the Jodhpur Polo Ground. And even if you are no expert, you should still add this event to the things to do in Rajasthan itinerary to experience sheer joy.Location: Jodhpur.Timings: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM.7. Sightseeing: The list of things to do in Rajasthan can never conclude until there is mention of sightseeing. And to be fair, the resplendent state is like a kaleidoscope of places worth seeing. Be it the alluring forts, or the ruins of ancient towns and traces of earlier civilization. There is no dearth of points that will intrigue one and all.Filled with temple, lakes, gardens, and impressive stepwell, among others, you can almost get transported back in time to the regality of the Maharajas and Rajasthani culture. Some of the top picks to add to the list include - Hawa Mahal in Jaipur, Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur, Lake Pichola in Udaipur, the Brahma Temple in Pushkar, Mansion of Jaisalmer etc.Location: Rajasthan.Price: Varies depending on the site.

Question 2

What are the adventure activities to do in Rajasthan?

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1. Parasailing: This activity is available in the desert waves of Jaisalmer. Arranged by the local campsites and resorts on prior request, the sandy take on the otherwise ocean surroundings make the experience one worth having.2. Quad Biking: The dunes of the desert and other arid plains around Jaisalmer, Jaipur, Jodhpur etc. are spots where one can ride and manoeuvre heavy-duty quad bikes and get a sense of thrill and excitement.3. Flying Fox: Without a doubt one of the most exciting and fun adventure activities in Rajasthan, flying fox or any other zipline course can be attempted in Jodhpur, Neemrana etc. These courses run long covering many popular attractions all along. Harnessed to a cable string, flying across two tied ends and feeling a rush of adrenaline.4. Desert Safari: The Thar Desert of Rajasthan that extends along many cities offers the opportunity to enjoy camel and jeep safaris to explore and cover vast regions of the golden sandy grounds. Jodhpur, Bikaner, Jaisalmer are some of the topmost sites for this activity.

Question 3

Which are the best destinations for a wildlife safari in Rajasthan?

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1. Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary: Serving a contrasting landscape, the Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary is covered with lush forests that provide shelter to a range of native wildlife and flora. Surrounding the imposing Kumbhalgarh Fort, during the safaris one can enjoy different sights of the regal and wild side of the Rajsamand district in Rajasthan.2. Ranthambore National Park: This is the largest wildlife sanctuary in Rajasthan and among the top places to experience wildlife safari adventures. Located in the Sawai Madhopur district, the park is home to several species of animals, including the main attraction ‘Royal Bengal Tigers’.3. Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary: The land on which the wildlife conserve is situated was once used to be the hunting grounds for Royalties of Alwar. The Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the other places where safari like activities in Rajasthan can be experienced. A large population of Tigers also inhabit the park.4. Desert National Sanctuary: Spanning over an area of 3162 square kilometres near Jaisalmer, the Desert National Sanctuary is a recognized reserve that is situated entirely in the sand dunes. This unique feature is a major crowd-puller of people interested in wildlife and nature. During the safari tours, one can expect to spot many indigenous and endangered species of birds and animals.

Question 4

Which are the most famous hot air balloon experiences in Rajasthan?

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1. Jaipur: One of the many things to do in Rajasthan brings upon a chance to float in a hot-air balloon over spectacular vantages and views of forts, villages, patches of wilderness, among others. Jaipur, also the capital city of the state is the most renowned for this exercise. There are two safaris offered, one around the Amber Fort and the other around Samode Palace.2. Pushkar: Hot-air ballooning is a special and unforgettable experience in the holy city of Pushkar during the Pushkar Fair. Every year during October/November the largest cattle fair is organized and along comes many other activities and adventures, including a serene flight in a gigantic balloon.3. Neemrana: The biggest hot-air balloon service provider ‘sky waltz’ operates tours and safaris in the air in Neemrana, a quaint village-town in Rajasthan. The rides take you high enough to be able to savour views of the impressive landscapes and complete views of the Neemrana-Fort-Palace.

Question 5

Which are famous desert camping sites in Rajasthan?

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1. Jaisalmer: If you want to have an outdoors holiday adventure, then the campsites in Jaisalmer are the best. Offering comfortable and well-appointed campsites in the middle of the desert, there are plenty of options to choose from. Along with a stay, these camps also offer activities like safaris, cultural performances and dinners.2. Jodhpur: Surrounded by the Thar Desert, Jodhpur is among the top spots that present desert camping experiences. Explore the stunning sceneries and vistas of the sandy terrain with additional adventures like safaris, desert bonfires, traditional dinners etc and get rid of the confusion around ‘what to do in Rajasthan’.3. Pushkar: A part of the Ajmer District in Rajasthan, Pushkar is widely known for its ancient temples and the city’s existence that is associated with the creator of the Universe, Lord Brahma. This exceptional city is also home to varied terrains that consist of hills, lakes and remote desert villages. Thus, bringing an array of adventure opportunities like desert camping for visitors.

Question 6

Which are the famous camel safari experiences in Rajasthan?

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1. Pushkar: The sacred and ancient temple town of Pushkar is one of the several places to experience the camel safaris. The mixed landscape of hills and desert can be best enjoyed by opting for day and night safari activities.2. Jaisalmer: The land of the dunes, Jaisalmer is where the torrid desert can be experienced at its best. The rich and profound city is a nice little escape to spend a day enjoying camel safaris, desert camping and other entertaining arrangements.3. Bikaner: There are many camel safari camps in Bikaner that bring a fortunate and exciting chance to unravel the serene and isolated Thar desert in Rajasthan. In such activities, one can not only go for camel safaris but also set camp in the sandy landscape.4. Jodhpur: The bustling tourism in Jodhpur has given rise to many desert adventures that one can indulge in. The golden sand of the Thar in Osian, a nearby historical town is replete with activities like half and full-day camel safaris, jeep safaris, desert camping etc.

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