Camels are symbolic of the desert and an integral part of life in the Thar desert. Experiencing a ride through the dunes on a traditional ‘ship of the desert’ is a fantastic experience, and rising into air for the first time is unlikely to be forgotten. Sitting atop one of these strange and lovely creatures, you’ll soon adopt the gentle rocking motion, and experience has shown us that a 25 minute ride out into the distant dunes is sufficient for most first-time riders, although longer and more strenuous rides may be arranged. From the crest of a dune, you’ll see the sun setting across the desert. Make sure you watch closely, as this spectacle takes place surprisingly quickly, with light changing by the second. After remounting, your journey comes to close with a ride back in the fading dusk towards the lights and canopies of the tents.