3 days · 2 nights · Celebration
Photo: Aranya Bhadu · CC BY-SA 4.0Desert Festival Journey
Maru Mahotsav: camel races, turbans, moustaches and a full-moon folk night on the dunes.
The journey
Every February, Jaisalmer hosts the Desert Festival: a procession from the Fort, Mr Desert and moustache contests, camel polo and races, and a grand finale at the Sam dunes under the full moon. We time your stay around the main days.
- Duration3 days, 2 nights
- Best timeFebruary (dates set by Rajasthan Tourism)
- Signature stayJaisalmer Marriott Resort & Spa
Day by day
Opening procession
Colourful parade from the Fort, then contests and performances at Shaheed Poonam Singh Stadium.
The Golden City
Heritage walk through the Fort and havelis, with festival events through the day.
Full moon on the dunes
Camel races and the folk finale at Sam under the full moon.
What the journey includes
- 2 nights at a resort
- Festival transfers
- Heritage walk
- Dune finale with a camel safari
