BALOTRA FAIR

This is one of the most important and attractive fairs of Rajasthan. Popularly known as Tilwara and Mali-Nath Cattle Fair. Started in 1374 AD by Shri Rao Malinath as a religious get together in which thousands of transport animals have gathered and slowly started buying and selling. In the first instance more than 35.000 animals came. This fair is being held on the dry river bed of Khari river, meaning salty water. But the miracle is that during the fair period the water of this river becomes sweet and is believed to be a blessing. Now every year for 15 days this fair is being held from the 6^th day of Holi (March/April). Around the fair in the radius of 50 km there are several historical sites of more than 5000 years old. One among them a 10 ton idol of Shivalingh of black granite.

The first statue this size and weight in India. One can also visit several ancient temples nearby with historical importance. Pratap Country Inn is keenly interested in this fair and participate with groups of horse safaris royal tents in medieval settings.

Dates of Balotra Fair:  Easter Time of March

Start of the safari after 1 or 2 nights in PCI. During this days our jeep will take you for  sightseeing in Udaipur and for a dinner in the Lake Palace, Royal Boat or Trident where ever desired by you and where ever available.

1. Day  Udaipur - Kumbalgarh

Drive through the fantastic landscape of Rajasthan by jeep or car. Sightseeing at the famous Kumbalgarh with its 2^nd famous wall like the Chinese wall. Over night stay in  the royal camp with excellent view to Kumbalgarh.

2. Day Kumbalgarh – Ranakpur

After breakfast we ride on soft sandy trails through the tribal countryside. During the night the royal camp is set up close to Ranakpur temple. See the famous Jain Temple made of marble with it ‘s 1444 pillars.

3. Day Ranakpur – Sadri

Ride through the countryside and agricultural fields. In the evening the royal tents will be waiting for you.

4. Day Sadri – Mukalsar

The ways will lead you through countryside. Meet the noble and have a drink with him, if available.

5. Day Mukalsar – Balotra

One more day by car and you will reach our peaceful camp in at the Balotra Fair in the heart of the Thar desert.

After arriving Balotra you can stay up to 3 days in the camp and have a ride through the fair.

Meeting the nobles on the way and evening entertainment, where ever it is available is offered by us on complementary basis.

The guests will stay in our comfortable royal tents with cot, bedrolls, chair, table and candlelight. The camp has also a shower (hot/cold water) and a toilet.

RETURN SAFARI after 3 days/2 nights in Balotra.  You can reach Balotra from Jodhpur (100 km) to join the return Safari to Udaipur.

The return Safari is discounted by 25 % to 40 % depending on the number of people.

Safari: total 4 nights / 5 days as per fair calendar  

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and mineral water are included in the above price. Soft and hard drinks are charged extra

On to Balotra Fair of French, German and English riders from Aravalli hills to Thar desert

On to Balotra Fair of French, German and English riders from Aravalli hills to Thar desert

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