Highlights

  • Uncover the mysterious side of Jaisalmer as you visit the haunted Kuldhara Village and Khaba Fort with hassle-free sedan transfers accompanied by a driver cum guide.

  • Enjoy convenient sedan pickups from either Jaisalmer City Centre or Sam Sand Dunes, based on your preferred package.

  • Learn about the intriguing history of Khaba Fort and its link to Kuldhara’s ancient curse from your driver cum guide, adding mystery to your journey.

  • Visit the village of Kuldhara in Jaisalmer, abandoned 200 years ago under mysterious circumstances, now a ghost town believed to be haunted.

  • Explore the 13th-century Khaba Fort, with fossils on display, a 500-year-old Durga idol, and a desolate atmosphere that offers a journey back in time.

Overview

Experience a blend of history and mystery on a 4-hour sightseeing tour of Kuldhara Village and Khaba Fort, with convenient sedan pickup options from Jaisalmer City Centre or Sam Sand Dunes. Choose from multiple variants, each including a comfortable ride, a driver-cum-guide, and sightseeing at both locations. Wander through the eerie ruins of Kuldhara, a once-thriving village now abandoned under mysterious circumstances. Then, explore the ancient courtyards and crumbling walls of Khaba Fort, a silent witness to Rajasthan’s storied past. This immersive tour offers a fascinating glimpse into the region’s legends and forgotten heritage.

Activity Duration: 4 hours

Activity Timings: 6 AM - 8 PM

About the activity:

  • Choose between two pickup/dropoff points i.e., Jaisalmer City Centre and Sam Sand Dunes to enjoy smooth, hassle-free sedan transfers.
  • Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer’s haunted village, Kuldhara, and the Khaba Fort.
  • Wander through Kuldhara’s crumbling houses and structures that leaves one with many questions regarding its abandonment.
  • Learn about the local folklore and hear stories about the village’s mysterious abandonment from your driver cum guide.
  • Climb to vantage points of Khaba Fort for stunning views of the Thar Desert and surrounding landscape.
  • Walk past the fort's remnants, including walls and watchtowers, a testament to Rajasthan’s architectural excellence.
  • Gain insights into the lives of the Paliwal Brahmins who once inhabited Kuldhara and the neighbouring 83 villages including Khaba.
Select Package Options

Pickup from Jaisalmer City Centre in Sedan (Up to 4 people)

  • 4-hour sightseeing tour of Kuldhara Village & Khaba Fort in a sedan
  • Pick-up from Jaisalmer city centre
  • Driver-cum-guide
  • Vehicles Available: Swift Dzire or similar

Note:

  • This tour is suitable for all ages.
  • Entry tickets and meals are not included in the package.
USD 36.43
USD 28.02/Car
Inclusions
  • Driver
  • Transfers

Pickup from Sam Sand Dunes in Sedan (Up to 4 people)

  • 4-hour sightseeing tour of Kuldhara Village & Khaba Fort in a sedan
  • Pick-up from Sam Sand Dunes
  • Driver-cum-guide
  • Vehicles Available: Swift Dzire or similar

Note:

  • This tour is suitable for all ages.
  • Entry tickets and meals are not included in the package.
USD 52.54
USD 42.03/Car
Inclusions
  • Driver
  • Transfers

More Details about

Know Before You Go

  • The activity will typically last for 4 hours which includes visits to the Kuldhara Village and Khaba Fort along with the pickup/dropoff transfers.
  • The activity can take place between 6 AM - 8 PM.
  • The visitors will have an option to choose between two pickup/dropoff points - Jaisalmer City Centre and Sam Sand Dunes.
  • Entry tickets to the attractions are excluded from the package cost.
  • Visitors should remember that Kuldhara Village is an archaeological site, so it is important to respect the surroundings and not damage the ruins at the village.
  • Please note that the tour is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. People with mobility impairments are advised to avoid this tour.
  • The Kuldhara Village & Khaba Fort Sightseeing tour is operational in most conditions but may be rescheduled in extreme weather for safety purposes.
  • Since Kuldhara Village and Khaba Fort are abandoned sites, the restroom facilities may not be available. It is also advised that you carry your own snacks and water.
  • Visitors are advised to wear light, comfortable clothes as the weather conditions in Rajasthan can become extremely hot during summers. In contrast, carry a woollen jacket if visiting during winters.
  • Use of drones for photography and videography is not allowed without prior permission.
  • It is recommended that you wear comfortable walking shoes as exploring the ruins and the fort will involve a fair amount of walking on uneven surfaces.
  • Kindly carry a valid ID proof during the activity. PAN card will not be considered as an identity proof.
  • Images are for representational purposes only. The actual experience may differ.
  • Kindly do not litter and help keep the destination clean.

Things To Carry

  • Caps
  • Walking shoes
  • Water bottle
  • Valid id proof
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen lotion (spf 40+)

Map

Starting Point
Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer, Rajasthan 345001, India
Pickup Points
Sam Sand Dunes
Dhibba Para, Manak Chowk, Amar Sagar Pol, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan 345001, India
Jaisalmer City Centre
Shiv Road, near Panjab National Bank, Sadar Bazar, Jaisalmer, Kishan Ghat, Rajasthan 345001, India
Drop Points
Sam Sand Dunes
Dhibba Para, Manak Chowk, Amar Sagar Pol, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan 345001, India
Jaisalmer City Centre
Shiv Road, near Panjab National Bank, Sadar Bazar, Jaisalmer, Kishan Ghat, Rajasthan 345001, India