Overview
Customized Cultural Anthropology & Photography Tour Of Thar desert of India with a Certified Cultural educator and Facilitator Eco lifestyle of Gypsy Tribal Pastoral communities Custom Tour Specially Designed for Photographers, Social Anthropologists, and Documentary Filmmakers A rare opportunity to explore Oriental civilization in the Thar Desert and the Aravalli Mountains with a certified cultural educator and facilitator. Meet the gypsy, tribal, and pastoral communities of Rajasthan, and witness the breathtaking beauty of the Thar Desert. Experience the forgotten cultures of Rajasthan’s nomadic gypsies in a way few ever do. This tour follows various gypsy tribes and is dedicated to supporting community development while honoring and preserving their long-overlooked traditions. Come, dive into the heart of Rajasthan and embark on a journey that brings you closer to the true essence of this vibrant and colorful land. P.S. Feel free to reach out with any questions!
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Homestay with a local farmer family in desert
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Meals
What's Not Included
- Entrence fee of all monuments including government and private properties
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
Customized Cultural Anthropology & Photography Tour Of Thar desert of India with a Certified Cultural educator and Facilitator A rare opportunity to meet and photograph the gypsy, tribal, and pastoral communities of India’s Thar Desert. The Kalbeliya Gypsy people are known as the snake charmer caste , The women are skilled dancers and this community is now listed in UNESCO world heritage Experience the traditional pastoral lifestyle and gain insight into the unique knowledge systems of livestock farming, animal husbandry, and sustainable living in the desert. Travel by four-wheel-drive jeep to explore remote desert villages that are rarely visited by tourists.
Stop 2
This is an opportunity to spend an entire day with a desert farming family, where you'll get a firsthand look at how desert farming is done, how crops are sown, how organic farming is practiced, and how to learn recipes from their kitchens.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness