Rann of Kutch Tour Packages



Rann of Kutch tour packages take you to one of the largest wildlife sanctuaries in India. It has all the saline desert plains, lakes, swamps, arid grassland, and rocky thorn shrubs. Get the opportunity to witness the Asiatic Wild Ass in their natural habitat along with other wildlife creators, including gerbils, chinkaras, wolves, etc. In addition, numerous species of birds make this place a birdwatcher’s paradise.

A Rann of Kutch tour is the ideal holiday for tourists who wish to see the salt marsh spread as far as the eye can see. With Rann of Kutch packages, you can visit the white sand desert and attend the famous Rann Utsav. It is a festival covered in tour packages for Kutch if you visit in the winter months. Get an immersive experience of the culture of Gujarat.

Staying in comfortable accommodations in tents, suites, and cottages will make this visit more exciting. Indian Holiday offers a wide collection of Rann of Kutch tour packages for a memorable tour in Gujarat.

Best Places Covered in Rann of Kutch Tour

Book Kutch tour packages and explore the region’s top attractions. Here is a list of the top places our Rann of Kutch trip covers –

  • Kutch Desert Wildlife Sanctuary

Visit one of the largest seasonal saline wetland areas, Kutch Desert Wildlife Sanctuary. Witness Chinkara, fox, hyena, and nilgai in the sanctuary along with a great number of resident and migratory birds like Raptors and Houbara bustard. Just 10 km from Nir outpost is the world-famous ‘Flamingo City’, where hundreds of flamingos breed, making it a must-visit place.

  • Mandvi Beach

If you want to spend private time on a Kutch tour, visit Mandvi Beach. It is a less-visited beach destination but offers breathtaking views. Taking a stroll while watching the sunset and birds soaring in the sky is one of the best things to do on your Kutch trip package.

  • Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary

Explore the wild side of Gujarat at Wild Ass Sanctuary in the Little Rann of Kutch. Witness the subspecies of Wild Ass here, along with the unique landscapes of its kind in the world. Other than the Wild Ass, the fauna found here include chinkara, desert fox, jackal, desert cat, nilgai, blackbuck, wolf, and striped hyena.

  • Prag Mahal

On the outskirts of Bhuj city stands the architectural marvel Prag Mahal. It is a favorite among history buffs as it was built in the 19th century next to another famous palace, Aina Mahal. The architecture of the palace features Gothic-style windows and Corinthian pillars around it. You shall also visit the museum on the tour that displays personal items of the royal family.

  • Anjar

Move around the city of Anjar, founded by Caliph Walid I (the sixth chief Muslim civil and religious leader of the Umayyad Dynasty) at the start of the 8th century. The city is a testament to the ancient palace cities and, therefore, is an excellent addition to the itinerary for history lovers.

Highlights of Rann Utsav in Kutch

Attend the renowned Rann Utsav, one of the significant events covered in the Kutch holiday tour package, along with various attractions. Travelers worldwide book this tour to participate in this event and learn more about Gujarat’s culture and traditions.

  • Explore the villages nearby to learn about the local lifestyle.
  • Savor delicious traditional dishes of the Kutch region at various food stalls.
  • Buy handicrafts like bedsheets, sarees, clothes, jackets, and carpets from designated tents.
  • Enjoy ATV riding, which are off-road vehicles for recreation, paramotoring, rifle shooting, camel cart riding, etc.
  • Camping, camel safaris, desert safaris, cultural programs, and adventure activities like air ballooning are fun activities in Kutch packages for an unforgettable experience.

Experience the all-local festivals of Kutch by booking your Kutch festival packages

Best Time to Plan a Visit to Kutch

November to February is the ideal time to plan the Kutch tour, as Rann Utsav is held during this time. It displays the culture of the desert tribes, along with music and dance. Bonfires are a regular scene across the sand dunes, making your visit more delightful.

Activities like ATV rides, rifle shooting, camel safaris, and air ballooning are the top activities you can enjoy comfortably during the winter season in Rann of Kutch. Therefore, it is advisable to book rann of kutch tour during winter.

How to Reach Kutch for a Wonderful Vacation

Kutch, a popular destination in Gujarat, is well-connected to prominent cities in Gujarat and other cities in India by road and train. The nearest airport and railway station are located in Bhuj city. It is an ideal point where cities in Gujarat run buses as well regularly.

Also, you can book the Kutch tour package from Ahmedabad as it is only around 400 km far. For a hassle-free tour, choose the Indian Holiday Rann of Kutch tour packages, as we provide a private vehicle that covers all the attractions on your itinerary.

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FAQs

Q: Where is the Rann of Kutch located?

Ans: Rann of Kutch is located in the Kutch district of Gujarat. The area of salt marshes dwelled in the Thar Desert and it is one of the largest salt deserts in the world.

Q: What is special about Rann of Kutch?

Ans: Rann of Kutch is known to be the largest salt desert in the world, which fascinates people around the world. Its massive natural white carpet, made from rainwater’s evaporation, has a high amount of salt. Rann Utsav is a major festival held in Little Rann of Kutch every year in the winter.

Q: Which is the nearest airport to reach Rann of Kutch?

Ans: The nearest airport to reach Kutch is Bhuj airport, which is an approximately at a distance of 80 kilometres & its airport code is “BHJ”.

Q: What is the best time to visit Rann of Kutch?

Ans: The best time to visit Rann of Kutch is during The Rann Utsav, which takes place in winter months, starting from November till February. In these months weather remains pleasant and appropriate for sightseeing.

Q: What is Rann Utsav?

Ans: Rann Utsav is one of the most popular festivals of Gujarat. It also known as Rann of Kutch Festival or Rann Utsav. In local term it is a kind of “Mela” which is organized in Kutch for a period of 04-05 months. Every year Rann Utsav is celebrated from November till February (Starts and ends as per government guidelines). The thrilling festival offers, tented accommodation(Luxury and budget), transportation, delicious local cuisine, full moon night landscape view, sightseeing tour to white rann, black hill for spectacular view with sunset. Local sightseeing tour which includes visit to palaces converted into Museums, Tribal villages, Handicraft product made by local artists, temples. Apart from that the festival also offers tourists to enjoy some adventure activities.

Q: How many days are required to visit Rann of Kutch?

Ans: Two to Three days are good for exploring Kutch region. You can visit the attractions like Black Hills, White Rann, Mandvi, Lakhpat, Narayan sarovar – koteshwar, Mata no Madh etc.

Q: Which is the nearest railway station to reach Rann of Kutch?

Ans: Bhuj railway station with a station code “BHUJ” which is around 70 kilometres, is the nearest railway station from Kutch.

Q: What are the dishes/snacks I can try in Rann of Kutch?

Ans: Gujarati food is a gastronomical delight for the visitors. There are various delectable and tasty eating options available in Rann of Kutch which one should definitely try. Some of them are mentioned below:

  • Kathiyawadi Thali
  • Kutchi Dabeli
  • Khandvi
  • Locho
  • Thepla
  • Lilva Kachori etc.

Q: Can you name some sweets I can have in Rann of Kutch?

Ans: Some of the popular and mouth-watering sweets you can enjoy in Rann of Kutch are as below:

  • Deshi Ghee Jalebi
  • Deshi Ghee Soan Papdi
  • Basundi and Halwa
  • Mawa sweets
  • Rasmalai etc.

Q: What is the land area of Rann of Kutch?

Ans: Rann of Kutch has around 7500 square kilometres of land area, which generally remains wet for a large part of the year.

Q: Where do we stay in Rann?

Ans: Book Rann of Kutch tour packages by Indian Holiday which covers private tented accommodation along with meals, transfers, and sightseeing/activities.

Q: In Rann do tents have an attached toilet?

Ans: Yes, for our clients we only provide tents, which has the facility of an attached/private western-style toilet.

Q: In Rann do tents have AC facility?

Ans: There are both AC & Non-AC tents available but we only provide & recommend AC tents for our clients. Yes, it is a winter season but still the temperature is high in day time.

Q: What are the nearby places to visit during a trip of Rann of Kutch?

Ans: Rann of Kutch is the world’s largest salt desert and a paradise for holiday seekers. This place is surrounded by some of the important landmarks and sites where you can also enjoy the grandiosity of the region. The nearby places to visit on your tour as below:

  • Mandvi Beach
  • Black Mountain Visit (View of Sunset and Sunrise)
  • Kutch Museum
  • Vijay Viilas palace (Palace of Kings belonging to Jadeja community)
  • Swaminarayan Temple
  • Handicrafts by local villagers

Q: How about shopping at Rann of Kutch?

Ans: If you want to enjoy shopping in Rann of Kutch, must buy the following items for you or as souvenirs:

  • Rogan Art: Oil based painting
  • Ajrakh block printing shawls
  • Copper Bells
  • Embroidered garments with mirror-work
  • Jewellery
  • Bandhini sarees
  • Dupattas

Q: Can I do some adventure activities at Rann of Kutch?

Ans: Yes, there are adventure activities options available for tourists such as:

  • Para-motoring/Paragliding,
  • ATV riding
  • Rifle shooting
  • Archery etc.