Balsamand Lake

Travel Tips

• Dress modestly, especially in temples and rural areas.Dress modestly, especially in temples and rural areas.
• Bargain while shopping in local markets to get the best deals.Bargain while shopping in local markets to get the best deals.
• The best way to explore is by hiring a local guide for historical sites.The best way to explore is by hiring a local guide for historical sites.
• Carry cash, as many small shops and rural areas do not accept digital payments.Carry cash, as many small shops and rural areas do not accept digital payments.
• Avoid traveling alone at night, especially in remote desert areas.Avoid traveling alone at night, especially in remote desert areas.
• Try to visit during winter (October to March) for pleasant weather.Try to visit during winter (October to March) for pleasant weather.
• Stay hydrated and carry sunscreen, especially when exploring forts and deserts.Stay hydrated and carry sunscreen, especially when exploring forts and deserts.
• Remove footwear before entering temples and religious sites.Remove footwear before entering temples and religious sites.
• Respect local customs and ask for permission before taking photos of people.Respect local customs and ask for permission before taking photos of people.
• Be cautious of tourist scams and avoid unlicensed guides or drivers.Be cautious of tourist scams and avoid unlicensed guides or drivers.
• Use registered and reputed camel safari or desert camping providers for safety.Use registered and reputed camel safari or desert camping providers for safety.
• When visiting wildlife sanctuaries, follow the guidelines and avoid feeding animals.When visiting wildlife sanctuaries, follow the guidelines and avoid feeding animals.
• Try traditional Rajasthani cuisine, but be mindful of spice levels if you're not used to it.Try traditional Rajasthani cuisine, but be mindful of spice levels if you're not used to it.
• Use public transport like autos and cycle rickshaws for short distances to avoid traffic hassles.Use public transport like autos and cycle rickshaws for short distances to avoid traffic hassles.
• Cover your head with a scarf or cap when visiting religious sites.Cover your head with a scarf or cap when visiting religious sites.
• Book tickets for major attractions online to avoid long queues.Book tickets for major attractions online to avoid long queues.
• Travel insurance is recommended, especially if engaging in adventure activities like desert safaris.Travel insurance is recommended, especially if engaging in adventure activities like desert safaris.
• Respect local dialects; while Hindi is widely spoken, learning a few Rajasthani words can help in rural areas.Respect local dialects; while Hindi is widely spoken, learning a few Rajasthani words can help in rural areas.
• Visit local handicraft markets like Johari Bazaar in Jaipur and Clock Tower Market in Jodhpur for authentic souvenirs.Visit local handicraft markets like Johari Bazaar in Jaipur and Clock Tower Market in Jodhpur for authentic souvenirs.
• Use government-approved or well-rated accommodations for a safer stay.Use government-approved or well-rated accommodations for a safer stay.