Horse Safari in Rajasthan

'Rajasthan' - the land of the Rajputs, is known for its kings, fearless warriors and charming ladies. It is also known for its forts, palaces and temples which are a reminder of the glorious past. Kingdoms were carved and established by the Rajputs on horseback, while swords were stained with enemy blood.

Horses were highly priced and a Rajput warrior would give anything to own a good horse. Great care was taken to breed horses and to keep a clean and pure lineage. The result of many years of dedication and hard work helped create breeds like the Marwah, Kathiawadi and the sindhi, each having its own distinct characteristics and bred solely for the purpose of war. These horses were noted for their stamina and fierce loyalty to their masters, these gallant steeds, the Rajputs became famous worldwide.

In Rajasthan, the tourist can today have the pleasure of riding through trails dotted and marked with cenotaphs and tombstones of many brave and valiant Rajput warriors. Trails which take them through villages, pass huge and ancient forts and temples. Nights can be spent in ancient palaces and Garhs (small forts) now owned by the descendants of those glorious Rajput rulers. These palaces not only provide modern amenities but cultural programmes and entertainment is also available. Evenings are spent at campsites which are splashed with colour in the form of local folk dance and music.
Tourists can have the pleasure of being escorted by a English speaking "trail guide".

What to wear :
Riders are advised to wear boots and a hard hat. Breeches or jeans are comfortable. Evenings are cold and pullovers & jackets are essential. Sun-glasses are required to avoid the glare of the sun. Beds, linen, towels etc. are all provided by the organisers. All meals are inclusive in the package. This Includes an English breakfast and Indian lunch and dinner. Liquor or aerated soft drinks are chargeable extra.

Famous Places for Horse Safari in Rajasthan
Some of the places famous for horse safaris in Rajasthan are:

Ranakpur
Ranakpur is located in Pali and once served as the hunting lodge of the Royal Family of Mewar. This resort houses the Imperial Stud farm, along with a special tented village, a small private lake and a deer park. The surroundings of the resort offer a number of options for daylong safaris. Another attraction of this horse safari tour in Rajasthan is a campfire dinner with folk dances.

Narlai
During the day enjoy the horse safari ride between Ranakpur and Narlai.

Jojawar
Set amidst the Aravalli Hills, This little garrison fort was once a major principality of the Royal house of Marwar. Bestowed with the title of Rao, the nobles looked after this little fiefdom for about Two centuries after its foundation in the 18th century.

Sojat
Sojat city, is located on the left bank of the sukri river near Pail town, called as Tamravati in the ancient times, the fort has a big reservoir and many temples like Sejal Mata, Chaturbhuj and much more. The old temple of chamunda Mata situated on the top of the hillooks. Dargah of Pir Mastan is the major attraction at the time of Urs – the Muslim festival. One of the main attraction of this city is the plantation of mehandi trees, a herbal plant where the leaves are squashed into a thin paste and supplied on the hands and the feet in different attractive designs. This traditional art form is now known all over the world and is internationally adopted in the fashion circuit. Many of the foreign and tourists who wants to cross this particular route towards Udaipur or Mount Abu often takes a break and get there palms and feet decorated by the mehndi of Sojat as it is very well known across the country.

Pushkar
As soon as you enter Pushkar the smell of resuvities will engulf your senses the colours would be spread around the village. You will see the best varities of domestic animals, horse, outlooks and other cattle in the fair round.