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Sam Sand Dunes
Rajasthan state is one of the best tourist destinations in India. Jaisalmer city, located in the midst of the Thar Desert, attracts a large number of tourists every year. The location of the city makes it close to a number of dunes. The Sam dunes in Jaisalmer are one of the most popular dunes in the region. In Sam dunes, you will find 30-60 meter tall dunes. It is located about 45 km west of Jaisalmer city. Apart from the Sunrise and Sunset, witnessing the ripples on the dunes caused by the wind is also a breathtaking phenomenon.
These dunes are very similar to those in the Sahara Desert. About 2 km long, the dunes are undeniably among the most picturesque sites in the region. The best time to visit these dunes is either sunset or sunrise. In these dunes, many locals offer camel safari & jeep safari.
Activities in Sam Sand Dunes
Camel Safari
The amazing tour of Sam Dunes included a camel safari to explore the Area. Behold the beautiful sunset behind the golden sands of the dunes. Jeep safari is a Fast and comfortable way to explore the beauty of Jaisalmer’s famous Sam Dunes. It is possible to enjoy a more comprehensive tour in a variety of Jeep safari tours available in the region.
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Sam Sunset Point
One of the most popular tourist attractions of Jaisalmer is the amazing sunset point, where you can witness the serenity of the golden sand all around.
Desert Camping
Sam Sand Dunes Desert Safari Camp is located amidst the wide region of Sand Dunes in the Great Thar Desert. One of the most famous ones is Khuri Sand Dunes. Khuri Sand Dunes is a small village located near Sam Sand Dunes. It is the best place to experience the traditional lifestyle and Rajasthani folklore in Pristine Sand Dunes.
Sam Sand Dunes Tents
Many desert camp owners offer Swiss tents and mud cottages just next to Sam Dunes. The camp is an exciting way to experience amazing sunsets on the horizon. Bonfires are also an important activity in the desert, where everyone can learn and enjoy Rajasthan music and dance as well as dinner, which is prepared by the camp operators for both the local and international guests. There are also some stray tea shops and restaurants around the dunes for tourists.
At night, it is a must that travelers get to experience lying in the sand and stargazing. The place is not populous; there are not enough engines to cause smog in the air, so the chance of seeing stars at night is definitely high.
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The Sam Dunes are perhaps most enjoyable during the winter season in India when the heat plummets to its lowest point. The whole place becomes a cultural hub during February and March. The showcase of Rajasthan culture, in general, is the yearly organized Desert Festival, where extravaganzas such as camel races, folk dance presentations, puppet shows, and competitions mark the annual celebration held with splendor and display.
How to reach Sam sand dunes from Jaisalmer
The easiest way to reach Sam Dunes is by Delhi-Jaisalmer Flight. Then one can take a Cab from Jaisalmer to Sam Sand Dunes, which is 45 km from Jaisalmer, the city. Sam Sand Dunes, Desert Safari Camp, Oasis Camp, Sam Desert Camping with Camel Safari, and Wind Desert Camp are the best places to stay and enjoy the area.
