3 Top Things To Do In Jodhpur You Ought To Indulge In For A Memorable Vacation

Jodhpur is snuggled in the Thar desert region of Rajasthan. Dominated by massive hilltop fort Mehrangarh, Jodhpur is also called the Blue City, owing the blue-tinged walls of local houses. When you’re planning, you’ll find numerous activities to try out but these 3 things to do in Jodhpur are among the best, even if you’re planning a short trip of 1 days and 2 nights.

1. Attend the Marwar Festival

If you’ve always been fascinated with Rajasthan’s effervescent culture, then Marwar Festival has to be on your list. The festival is dedicated to the heroes of the state and is held between September and October.

This two-day extravaganza consists of folk dance and music performances, Polo matches and camel shows. Mehrangarh Fort and Umaid Bhawan Palace are decorated colorfully for this affair, turning the city into a bride.

2. Go dune bashing in Sam Sand Dunes

Since Jodhpur is a part of Thar Desert, you know velvety sands make for an exciting escapade. The Sam Sand Dunes in Jodhpur is often covered as a highlight in many Rajasthan tour packages. There are various activities that await here - like glamping, camel safari, campfires, and most importantly dune bashing.

3. Indulge in adventure activities like ziplining and paragliding

Jodhpur attracts everyone from peace-lovers to adventure-junkies. You can zipline your way through city’s landscape with Mehrangarh as a backdrop, or touch the sky while paragliding in Jodhpur. These are among the top things to do in Jodhpur, without doubt! Flying Fox is a famous organizer of this activity here. Different levels are actually offered to people with different preferences, Chokelao Challenge (115m), The Magnificent Marwar (300m), Rajputs' Revenge (160m), and  Chhota Wallah (70m) are some ziplining categories.

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If you ask about the suggested stay duration, the ideal duration would be 2 nights and 3 days. The best time to visit Jodhpur is winter season (October to November), as the temperatures stay moderate making it easier for activities and sightseeing. Monsoon is a good time to visit too, but it can get a little humid during the day. However, the nights during this season are enchanting!