Tours & Sightseeing

Cholistan Desert Safari & Bahawalpur

Trade the Mountains for Sand Dunes

Four travellers standing on pale sand dunes
In short. Cholistan Desert Safari & Bahawalpur is 4 Days with XPITUDE in Pakistan. Grade: Easy. Best season: November to February. Trade the Mountains for Sand Dunes.

Golden dunes, a royal palace in white, the bastions of Derawar glowing at sunset and a night sky with no light pollution at all.

Who said adventure only happens in the mountains?

Fast Facts

Duration
4 Days
Grade
Easy
Best Season
November to February
Stay
Hotels & camping
Departure
Lahore

Trip Highlights

  • Derawar Fort at sunset
  • Noor Mahal
  • Dune jeep safari
  • Desert camping and stargazing
  • Cholistani crafts and culture

Day by Day

  1. Day 1

    Drive Lahore to Bahawalpur. Evening in the old city with local food.

  2. Day 2

    Noor Mahal and Bahawalpur's royal heritage, then on to the desert edge near Derawar.

  3. Day 3

    Derawar Fort surroundings, dune jeep safari, a Cholistani village visit and sunset camp under the stars.

  4. Day 4

    Sunrise over the dunes, then return to Lahore.

What's Included

  • Transport and desert jeeps
  • Hotel and camp accommodation
  • Scheduled meals
  • Local guide

What's Not Included

  • Entry tickets unless stated
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance

Important Information

  • Derawar Fort interior access is not guaranteed.
  • Desert nights are cold in winter. Bring warm layers.

Before you go

XPITUDE Says

Get lost in the desert. Find your adventurous side.

Perfect for winter weekends and groups.