Sam Sand Dunes

Sam sand dunes, is one of the most authentic desert dune site in whole India, where you will find 30-60 meter tall sand dunes, and many travelers enjoying Desert Safari on camels or jeep, Sam is 45 km west from Jaisalmer city, where you can reach by hiring a can from Jaisalmer city and then stay in one of many desert camps, built in 2-3 km radius of sand dunes.

The best time to reach Sam sand dunes is around evening (sunset) at around 4-7 PM or early morning, during sunrise time of 4 to 6 am. You can book a camel or jeep (which is available at desert camps) to reach.the sunset point, that is 20-30 minutes from the campsite.

The best time to visit Sam or even Jaisalmer is from October to March (Feb) as in the renaming months, all the camps are closed and only few camel riders will be available. As as many travelers love to attend the evening musical program at Sam (at the desert camps), you won’t be able to attend them in summer and monsoon months

Best Time to Visit Sam Sand Dunes
October to March is a really good time to visit if you want to avoid the scorching heat of the desert. Also, Sam Sand Dunes experience heaviest tourist traffic during winters.
February is known for its festivities as it hosts the 3-day Desert Festival. You might have to pack a heavy jacket with you for the chilly nights.
In the spring season, Jaisalmer starts getting warmer. The visit should be completely avoided during April to June as the temperature can easily exceed 40 degrees Celsius.

How to Reach Sam Sand Dunes
Located 40 km away from Jaisalmer city, there are plenty of ways to reach this desert area. The most preferred way to reach Sam Sand Dunes is by taking a jeep or any other SUV.
With this mode of transport, you can also explore the nearby tourist attractions.
There are many local buses available at Jaisalmer Bus Stand. As it is situated on the outskirts of Jaipur, the ride might take an hour or so to reach.
You can easily negotiate and bargain with the prices for transport. Moreover, both the rides are comfortable and affordable.