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About
the only thing you will have to get used to when you
plan a camel safari, is the ungainly movement of the
ship of the desert, The camel may look aloof but is
the lifeline for the people of the desert whose
communication needs depended on this vital beast for
their very survival. Most journeys into the
hinterlands are still make on camel back or in camel
carters, and the camel is also use for plugging the
arid fields of the desert. A saddle is mounted across
the camel's hump providing comfortable seating for two
legs astride. At first the rolling gait of the camel
is little disconcerting but riders soon get used to
the rhythm.
Since
the sun can get very hot in the desert the best time
for a camel safari are in the morning and evening,
even in the cooler winter months. Such safaris
are usually run by professional outfits who hire
Raikas, the camel keepers who are adept at finding the
best routes and waterholes in the desert, and navigate
almost by instinct, guided, of course, can range from
just a day to several days and you can choose an
option that best meets your needs and schedules.
Remember
most such safaris can traverse a distance of S30 - 40
km a day and you may need to plan accordingly should
you wish to trlans navigate between two different
towns.
Best came safari points are the desert region that
includes the entire Shekhawati belt, Bikaner,
Jaisalmer and Jodhpur and around Pushkar and Nagaur,
and only the winter season is recommended. Visitors
are advised to dress modestly nice the safari may
pass, and camp in close proximity of villages, A solar
topee the local turban or same form of head protection
is essential, and people should ensure that they drink
water at regular intervals.
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