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The Desert Journal

Stories, travel wisdom, and news from eighteen years in the Thar

The Billion Star Experience: Sleeping Under the Desert Sky

There is a moment, somewhere between the last ember of the campfire and the first call of a desert fox, when the sky reveals its true scale. This is the Billion Star Experience — and it has been our signature offering for eighteen years.

Ashraf AliJun 15, 2025

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In the Media

Mystic Jaisalmer Featured in National Geographic Traveller India

We are proud to share that Mystic Jaisalmer was recently featured in National Geographic Traveller India, highlighting our non-touristic camel safaris and the authentic desert experiences we have been offering since 2007.

May 20, 2025Read

Travel Tips

Travel Tips: When is the Best Time to Visit Jaisalmer?

After eighteen years of guiding travellers through the Thar Desert, we have learned a thing or two about timing. Here is our honest, no-nonsense guide to the best months to visit Jaisalmer.

Apr 10, 2025Read

Traveller Stories

The Story of Kuldhara: The Village That Vanished

Just seventeen kilometres from Jaisalmer lies Kuldhara — a village of intricately carved sandstone homes, abandoned overnight in the 19th century. No one knows exactly why. Here is the story we tell our guests around the campfire.

Mar 5, 2025Read

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