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4.4 (640 reviews) Desert Retreat

Rait by Musafir, Jaisalmer

Sam Sand Dunes, Thar Desert, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan 345001

THE EXPERIENCE

About the Property

"The desert isn't a place you visit. It's a night you live."

Out near the dunes of Jaisalmer, Rait by Musafir is our way of experiencing the Thar - slowly, locally and with enough time to see what happens after the day-trippers leave.

Spend the afternoon riding into the dunes, stop somewhere quiet as the sun begins to disappear, then return to camp as the evening comes alive with Rajasthani folk music, dance, food and conversations around the fire.

Stay in a desert camp or cottage, wake up to the stillness of the Thar and realise that Jaisalmer is about much more than its fort.

Come for the sand. Stay for everything that happens after sunset.

# Desert Stay# Folk & Culture# Dune Experiences# Bonfire Evenings# Camps & Cottages
LOCATIONSam Sand Dunes
THE EXPERIENCESunset to Stargazing
EVENINGSFolk Music, Bonfires & Local Food
STAY OPTIONSDesert Camps & Cottages
DESERT STAY ESSENTIALS

Comfortable nights under open skies.

8 amenities included

Attached Washrooms

Private attached washrooms with the accommodation categories.

In-House Restaurant

Breakfast, dinner and refreshments available at the property.

Cultural Evenings

Rajasthani folk music, singing and traditional dance bring the camp alive after sunset.

Bonfire

Cool desert evenings are better around a fire.

Desert Experiences

Camel rides, jeep experiences and dune sunsets organised around your stay.

Housekeeping

Fresh, clean spaces so you can settle in comfortably after the journey.

Local Assistance

Need help planning transfers or exploring Jaisalmer city? Ask the team.

Dining Area

Shared dining spaces for relaxed meals with fellow travellers.

ACCOMMODATIONS & ROOMS

Find your desert escape.

From traditional desert dwellings to luxurious cottages and camps beneath the vast Thar sky, discover a stay that brings together Rajasthan's rich heritage, warm hospitality, and the magic of the desert.

3 room options
Luxury Swiss CampLuxury Swiss Camp

Luxury Swiss Camp

Desert camping with comfort and a touch of luxury.

Key Features
Luxury TentAttached BathPrivate Stay
Mudhouse JhopdaMudhouse Jhopda

Mudhouse Jhopda

Traditional Rajasthan, with an earthy desert charm.

Key Features
Mudhouse-InspiredRustic InteriorsPrivate Stay
Luxury CottageLuxury Cottage

Luxury Cottage

A comfortable private escape in the golden Thar.

Key Features
Private CottageComfortable InteriorsDesert Setting
JAISALMER GUIDE

From golden forts to empty dunes.

Handpicked by the Musafir crew
Sam Sand Dunes
Desert Experience Click to enlarge

Sam Sand Dunes

📍 Around Rait

Walk into the dunes, take a camel ride or simply find somewhere quiet and wait for the desert to turn golden.

Jaisalmer Fort
Heritage Click to enlarge

Jaisalmer Fort

📍 Jaisalmer City

A living fort filled with homes, temples, cafés, shops and narrow golden lanes. Give it a few hours instead of treating it as one photo stop.

Patwon Ki Haveli & Old City
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Patwon Ki Haveli & Old City

📍 Jaisalmer City

Walk through Jaisalmer's old streets and discover the carved sandstone façades that earned it the name Golden City.

Gadisar Lake
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Gadisar Lake

📍 Jaisalmer City

Take a slower break from forts and dunes. Walk around the lake, sit by the ghats or catch the softer evening light.

EXPERIENCES

Beyond Your Stay

More than just a desert stay. Discover experiences worth remembering.

Curated Thar moments
Private Dinner on the Dunes
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Private Dinner on the Dunes

📍 Thar Desert Dunes

An intimate dinner under the stars, surrounded by golden sands and lanterns.

View Experience
Jeep Safari & Dune Bashing
Thar Adventure Click to enlarge

Jeep Safari & Dune Bashing

📍 Sam Sand Dunes

An adrenaline-filled ride across the rolling dunes of the Thar.

Stargazing Experience
Night Sky Click to enlarge

Stargazing Experience

📍 At Rait

Escape the city lights and discover the magic of the desert night sky.

Rajasthani Cultural Evening
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Rajasthani Cultural Evening

📍 At Rait Camp

An evening of traditional folk music, Kalbelia dance, and local flavours.

CURATED ROADMAP

3 Days in Jaisalmer, The Musafir Way

Fort in the morning. Dunes by sunset. Folk music after dark. And enough time between everything to actually enjoy Jaisalmer.

12:00 PM Sam Sand Dunes, Jaisalmer

Arrive in Jaisalmer

Check into your city accommodation or drop your bags if you're heading straight for the fort.

01:00 PM Sam Sand Dunes, Jaisalmer

Lunch with a View

Find a rooftop overlooking the fort. Eat slowly. You're in Rajasthan.

02:30 PM Sam Sand Dunes, Jaisalmer

Walk Through Jaisalmer Fort

It's one of the few living forts in the world. Walk through the narrow sandstone lanes, discover carved havelis, browse little shops and take the scenic route.

04:00 PM Sam Sand Dunes, Jaisalmer

Gadisar Lake

Take an easy walk around the lake as the afternoon starts cooling down.

06:00 PM Sam Sand Dunes, Jaisalmer

Sunset Around the Fort

Find a rooftop or viewpoint and watch Jaisalmer turn even more golden.

08:00 PM Sam Sand Dunes, Jaisalmer

Dinner & Old City Night

Stay in town for dinner and wander through the quieter streets after dark.

DESERT STAY ESSENTIALS

A few things worth knowing before heading into the Thar.

We believe in good vibes, mutual respect, and safe community living. Please review our core policies before checking in.

Check-in & Check-out

Timings by package

Check-in and check-out timings depend on the booked package and accommodation category. If your package includes desert activities, arrive with enough time to check in and head out before sunset.

Desert Weather

Hot days. Cool nights.

Big seasonal changes. Carry sunscreen, sunglasses and comfortable footwear during the day and an extra layer for cooler desert evenings and winter nights.

Desert Activities

Camel & Jeep experiences

Camel rides, jeep experiences and other activities depend on the package booked and prevailing desert/weather conditions. Please check your confirmation for exact inclusions.

Cultural Evening

Rajasthani folk music & dance

Our evening cultural programme features Rajasthani folk music and dance. Programme format and performers may vary by date.

Meals & Packages

Check your inclusions

Meal inclusions depend on the package selected at booking. Please check whether your reservation includes breakfast, dinner and desert refreshments.

Getting Here

Sam Sand Dunes area

Rait is located around the Sam Sand Dunes area outside Jaisalmer city. Plan your transport in advance or speak to our team if you need help arranging transfers.

FAQs

FAQs for Rait by Musafir, Jaisalmer

Specific questions about accessibility, WiFi, arrivals and activities at this property.