The Osian desert camps is located at the eastern adge of the Thar desert, Just 05km from Osian train station (OSN), 07km from Osian Jain temple and about 74km from Jodhpur civil enclave airport.
Osian was once a prominent trading center of Rajasthan on the The Spice Routes (Maritime silk roads) between the 8th to 12th century, Nowadays Osian is great amalgamation of the ancient history, rural culture and desert beauty these all make it a pleasant desert camping destination near Jodhpur, while also being a major center of Hinduism and Jainism for hundreds of years. This came to an abrupt end when the town was attacked by the armies of Muhammed of Ghor in 1195.
At Osian Desert Camp, experience the charm of traditional Rajasthani royal-style tents set on elevated platforms. Each tent includes a private en-suite bathroom with modern facilities and a sit-out veranda, where guests can soak in the serene desert landscape and watch breathtaking sunrises and sunsets.
The Osian desert region is densely populated arid landscape dotted with hamlets (small villages) of huts and sandstone houses, green millet fields during monsoon period (July to Oct.), domestic animals (sheep, goats, cows and camels), desert wildlife such as antelopes, blue bulls and desert foxes are the game.
Experience the magic of the Thar Desert with our exclusive Golden Hour Jeep Safari around Osian Desert Camp. Led by experienced local drivers cum guides, this adventure takes you across sandy trails, traditional farmlands, and rocky landscapes in search of the desert’s most iconic wildlife including Chinkara (Indian Gazelle) and Nilgai (Blue Bull Antelope).
The morning safari begins at 6:00 AM, offering the perfect opportunity to capture breathtaking sunrise moments over the dunes, while the afternoon safari starts at 4:30 PM, allowing you to explore the desert in cooler temperatures and witness an unforgettable sunset.
Whether you choose sunrise or sunset, our Osian desert jeep safari promises not only wildlife sightings but also panoramic views of the Thar Desert, making it a highlight of your stay at Osian Desert Camp.
Bird watchers found an interesting variety of bird species in this part of Jodhpur's Osian desert. Bird life including green bee-eater, grey shrike, spotted owlet, partridge and of course dancing peacock in the wild. So we says welcome to Desert Safari Camp!.
At Desert Camp in Osian an activity to choose from sunset camel ride, jeep safari and desert hike or experience all including in your 1N/2D camping package.
This whole experience of Osian camping with jeep-camel safari gives one opportunity to feel the adventure in you, visit Hindu and Jain temple at Osian town, learn about desert landscape, farming, flora & fauna and local people's way of living in 'Thar' the great Indian desert.
Have a photos glimpse of Osian desert camp near Jodhpur
Hans Overeem & Yvette Seppenwoolde, Netherland
Thank you so much for making our stay so interesting and enjoyable. you made a fantastic birthday party for Sarah. We will never forget sitting around the fire under the stars listening to the enchanting music of Rajasthan.
John & Sarah, Bristol, England
We enjoyed every moment of all the time we spent with you and your family. This was the real Rajasthan that we Marwaris had wanted to see for a very long time. The warmth and APNAPAN you showed us by having us as a guest in your house, was really special to us and we would cherish these moments and memories for all our lives. Thanks from the bottom of our hearts.
Divya & Chanchal Agarwal, Banglore, India
Thank you for all the kindness, good food and a lot of stories that give more insight and understanding of life and history in India. We love the quietness and peace if the desert an unforgettable experience.