Reggie's Camel Camps

Great arrival by camel cart which made us feel special. Camp very quiet with only one other couple as the season was just about to start. We found the concept of the place a bit strange to get our heads round at first -it is built as a semi ruined desert fort with a Raj era style bungalow as a bar area. The huge 'fortified' area must have cost a fortune to build but is used in high season for dancing performances and to grow squashes etc. Parts were a bit ruin down with abandoned toilet platforms for old tents, however this isn't obvious unless like us you explore everywhere. There is no 4G signal and payment is with cash. We really grew to love this place. Our 'tent' was amazing, huge and beautifully decorated with great bathroom facilities. Food was very good and we ate outside in a courtyard. Flaming torches were lit in the evening. We also enjoyed the swimming pool. The desert safari sundowner was excellent and good fun.

An hour’s drive to the north of Jodhpur this amazing camp is situated on the first sand dune of the Thar Desert. It is owned by the exuberant Reggie Singh, distant cousin of the Maharajah and an excellent host of this oasis in the desert. I first discovered it in 2002 and since then it’s just gone from strength to strength, the changes made on each visit just add to the whole experience. These days you enter the camp, by camel cart, to discover the unexpected. Gurgling fountains and bougainvillea adds a dash of bright colour amidst the soft hues of the desert landscape, up to the restaurant area (choose the Maharajah style tented venue) where delicious meals are served, and then another level up and one discovers a swimming pool, built in a sand dune, nothing fazes Reggie Singh! The pool has a shady bar on one side and well-spaced out double sun loungers for those wanting to soak up the desert sun. It is easy to laze by the pool here but make the effort to climb onto one of the camp’s camels and take off into the desert to explore the landscape and local villages. Forget the scores of camels on the dunes at Jaisalmer, this is a unique experience with miles of desert spreading out in front of you. The villagers here are charming, and you get to spend time with the local families. Return to the camp for chilled beer, a swim and invariably the glorious desert sunset which awaits. Local performers then entertain you and this place is home to the only Jazz Bar in Rajasthan (to the best of my knowledge). This was my fourth visit to this camp over 20 years and it never disappoints and my nephews (aged 10 – 22) all declared it the best place they’ve been to! Having read the previous review I wonder if they're even talking about the same place, its so far from my reality over 4 visits.

I have never experienced something so personalised and crafty. This place is the best in Osian. You can go to other places around and get bothered by the crowds or go here and enjoy the space. The pool has a view and well maintained. The staff is absolutely amazing!! I stayed at the tent and and the cottage but I would suggest if you like some space then go for the cottage.

Although there are not many activities available in the region, we found this hotel exceptionally nice!; Colonial safari camp-style complex with extremely tasteful design; high-quality and very clean facilities; beautiful pool area; management provides a nice entertainment program with camel cart arrival, Indian live music around the campfire, camel safaris; Varied, good food in a stylish ambience; romantic; extremely attentive staff; in our opinion, the camp was absolutely top class and offered very, very good value for money; the passing trains, which are mentioned in reviews, did not bother us;

My only regret is that I was only able to stop over here for a matter of hours! What a truly excellent place. If you are looking for luxury near Jodhpur, I definitely recommend them. I had a lovely camel ride and sundowner, including a surprise welcoming into the camel rider's home for chai with his family and an introduction to life in the village; had a very comfortable stay in a tent with full amenities (hot shower!); enjoyed a delicious multicourse dinner by candlelight; wandered beautifully kept gardens in the desert ringing with birdsong as the sun rose; and overall experienced an incredible level of attentiveness from Reggie Singh and all of the staff. Reggie is as personable a host as you could ask for, and everyone working at the camp was keen to meet my every need, including going out of their way to accommodate a couple more unusual requests. Reggie's Camel Camp exceeded my expectations, and if you're thinking about a trip into the desert from Jodhpur, this is the lodging to choose, I assure you! Thank you so much to everyone there for a lovely experience!

Stayed there with my family one night The property is very spacious and clean and gives a nice desert n rustic feel The food is excellent the staff takes care of your smallest of needs The cottages Wer very spaces n well maintained The night entertainment was very nice Highly recommended