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After the sightseeing from Delhi to Agra ... the
riding safari leads around the main range of the
Aravalli-Mountains, which is always clearly visible
on the horizon. Starting point of the safari is the
second-largest man-made lake in Asia, Jaisamand
Lake. The riders then continue the ride through the
Jaisamand Wildlife Sanctuary where they will be able
to spot countless birds and with some luck animals
like antelopes or deer or even a leopard.
After leaving the sanctuary the terrain becomes more
level and open. The soil turns black and very
fertile in this part of Mewar. Poppy and opium
cultivation can be seen along the way. The riders
will visit Jagat temple, famous for its exquisite
stone carvings, some of them, which are of erotic
nature. Other interesting sights on the way are
Bambora Fort, Bhinder Rawla (fort) and the famous
palace of Barishadri.
In Boheda the riders will stay overnight in the
ancient rawla of Boheda, which is in the possession
of the Shaktawat family. Here they can listen to
interesting family stories from the times of Jagairs
and Maharajas and explore the rawla and hamlet of
Boheda. The ride ends in the Sita-Mata Sanctuary ; a
small protected Nature Park around the ancient Sita-Mata
Temple. In this place the riders can glimpse a great
number of peacocks, jungle foals and smaller mammals
such as mongoose or rabbits, which appear to be
rather tame.
The terrain is open plains with little hills; see in
the distance the Aravalli-Range
Pace of ride: Long trots and canters, open stretches
invite for gallops
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Rates include accommodations (5 nights in
tented safari camp, 1 night in the Boheda rawala,
and 8 nights in middle class hotels in Delhi, Agra,
Ranakpur, Jaipur and Udaipur), meals, 6 riding days
with 4 to 6 riding hours each, evening entertainment
during safari, special festival program, flight
Udaipur-Delhi
16 days/ 15 nights $ 2,450
Single:+$375
Non Rider: $1900
Dates 2008:
02/04-02/19 Indian Flower Safari
09/26-10/11 Festival Safari
from Udaipur only:
9 days/ 9 nights $ 1900
Single:+$225
Dates 2008:
02/10-02/19 10/02-10/11
...
additional dates can be added with a minimum of 2
riders.
Not included:
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Entrance fees
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Guide for sightseeing
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Alcoholic beverages
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Personal expenses
Riders:
Minimum 2, maximum 12
Riding Per Day:
4-6 hours
Pace: Moderate
Tack: English
Horses:
Marwari and Marwari cross
Weight
Limit: 185 lbs.
Meeting: Delhi
Transfer: Delhi - Delhi included |
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Day 1: Arrival in Delhi, transfer to middleclass
hotel, sightseeing according to the wishes of the
riders
Day 2: Drive to Agra after lunchtime, overnight stay
in middleclass hotel
Day 3: See the Taj Mahal in the morning, afterward
sightseeing in Agra
Day 4: Drive to Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri, overnight
stay in middleclass hotel
Day 5: Sightseeing in Jaipur/Amber
Day 6: Drive to
Udaipur
after breakfast, overnight stay in middleclass hotel
Day 7: Sightseeing Udaipur
Day 8: Transfer to Jaisamand Lake After breakfast a
car will fetch the riders from the hotel and bring
them to Jaisamand, the starting point of the safari.
Before reaching the camp the car will stop at
Jaisamand Lake, the second largest man-made lake in
Asia. Here a boat ride is organized for the riders
who have the opportunity of admiring the great
scenery and beauty of the lake. Afterwards they are
brought to the camp where lunch will be served. In
the afternoon a test riding and a short ride will
take place. Overnight stay in our safari camp
Day 9: Jaisamand – Jagat On the first safari day the
riders will traverse the Jaisamand Wildlife
Sanctuary, a small national park around the
Jaisamand Lake. Countless birds can be spotted and
with some luck the riders may see antelopes, deer or
even a leopard. The terrain is hilly and densely
covered with dry deciduous forest. After leaving the
Sanctuary the countryside becomes more open and
level with an occasional village around. Around 4 pm
the riders will reach the camp which is situated at
a small pond with a spectacular scenery. After
arrival or the next morning the riders can visit the
ancient temples at Jagat. They are famous for their
stone carving sporting erotic scenes from the
Kamasutra. Thus they are also called Little Khajurao
Day 10: Jagat – Bambora On the second safari day the
riders leave Jaisamand Lake finally behind and
venture out of the Aravalli Mountains into the
fertile plains of Malwa. The earth changes its
colour to a dark brown or even black. The terrain is
open and level inviting for a quicker pace. With the
Aravalli Mountains in the background the riders trot
and canter along sand roads and stretches of open
country. The trail leads through little villages and
their fields. After arrival in the safari camp the
riders have the chance of visiting the mighty
Bambora Fort.
Day 11: Bambora – Bhinder Today the trail continues
along the Malwa plain. The riders will come through
many small villages where the traditional
craftsmanship of the villagers can be admired.
Happily the people show their pottery or carving
work and very often the riders find themselves
invited for a cup of Masala chai (Indian tea).
Arrival in the safari camp will be around 4 pm and
afterwards the riders can see Bhinder rawla (fort)
which is not as impressive as Bambora fort but
nevertheless worth seeing.
Day 12: Bhinder – Barisadri On this day the ride
continues to lead through fertile country. In this
region a lot of opium is grown. The white poppy
flowers make a beautiful picture. The trail leads
again through many hamlets and villages giving the
riders another chance of experiencing the colourful
Indian village life. Children herding flocks of
goats or sheep will cross their path, women in
bright colourful saris with water pots or fire wood
on their heads and men with turbans bringing their
oxen after a day’s work back home from the fields.
Occasionally a gaily decorated temple lays next to
the road where the riders can admire the colourful
idols. Around puja (prayer) time in the morning and
evening priests will ring little bells and chant
ancient Sanskrit rites. Very often temples are
situated next to great Banyan or Pipal trees which
are considered holy in India. In many villages the
riders can see old havelis (houses) laying in ruins.
The houses of the former nobles still sport rich
wood carving and exquisite wall paintings but fell
pray to neglect over the years. Most of them are not
inhabited anymore so the riders have the chance of
casting a look inside. After the arrival in the
safari camp the riders can visit the ancient palace
of Barisadri.
Day 13: Barisadri – Boheda The trail leads further
along the Malwa plain. Again the riders can admire
poppy cultivation and the villagers are most happy
to explain them the further process of gaining the
highly valuable opium. Around 4 pm the riders will
reach the village of Boheda. Here the riders will
stay overnight in the Boheda rawla (fort) belonging
to our family. After a traditional welcome with
garlands and music the riders can relax in the
garden or at the airy roof terrace of the fort. It
is only natural that the evening is spent in
exploring the rawla and in telling old family tales
around the campfire.
Day 14: Boheda – Sita-Mata Sanctuary On the last day
of the safari the riders will ride through the Sita-Mata
Sanctuary, a small national park around the ancient
Sita-Mata temple. Since hunting is prohibited the
animals are rather tame here. The riders are able to
observe peacocks, jungle fowls and smaller animals
such as mongoose or rabbits. The end of the safari
is the visit of the Sita-Mata temple where lunch
will be served. Afterwards a car will come and take
the riders back to Udaipur. Overnight stay in a
middle class hotel
Day 15: Day free for last-minute
shopping/sightseeing. Overnight
Day 16: Flight back to
Delhi and back home (we organize airport restroom
for the waiting hours on request or hotel room which
the guest pays directly there)Our safari camps:
Accommodation during the riding portion of the
tour (in most cases) will be in a safari camp. The
reason for this is that many of our routes lead
through scarcely populated areas away from the usual
tourist paths. So very often the night has to be
spend in the nature away from human dwellings.
However all of our campsites are chosen with great
care and offer a maximum safety and superb views.
Away from the busy Indian towns or villages they are
a paradise for nature lovers and bird-watchers.
Though away from civilization, our camp offers all
necessary facilities to the riders. The tents are
comfortable and inviting with double or single
occupancy. Each tent is equipped with beds, chairs,
bedrolls, and floor covering. The camp is having
both toilet and shower facilities. Hot water is
provided in buckets. Towels, soaps, etc. are
supplied.
Breakfast and dinner is served in our dining area,
an open space with a sunroof, tables and chairs.
Breakfast is Continental style with fruits of the
season, eggs and toast. Lunch will be either taken
as package on the trail or brought to you by Jeep.
Dinner is a traditional 3-course menu of Indian food
(non-spicy). Vegetarian food preparation is
possible. Our camp gives a very colorful impression,
reminding of the hunting camps of the Maharajas. The
tents made in the traditional Indian style with a
roofed entrance where the riders can leave their
shoes. Grouped around the dinning area they are
encircled by a partition enclosure of cloth with a
colorful Rajasthan pattern.
Your guides:
Our trails are run by a member of the noble family
of Boheda Shaktwat and his wife. The Shaktawats of
Boheda trace their lineage to Shakti Singh
(1540-1594), brother of Maharana Pratap.
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