ByUrbanaut
Explore the royal history, culture, nature and beauty of Rajasthan on horseback in India. There are more than a thousand ways to discover Rajasthan, but riding on a special horse (pure breed of Marwari) as Rajas (Kings) might have during the medieval times, is already treading in their “hoofsteps”.
The Marwari or Malani is a rare breed of horse from the Marwar (around Jodhpur) region of Rajasthan known for its inward-curved and touching ears, straight or slightly roman head, high-carried head, arched peacock neck, high croup, slim body, thin skin, extremely hard hoofs and high carried tail.
Details
- Visit to the Marwari horse breeding farm to learn about this special horse breed. You’ll learn about the history of marwari horses, its connection with maharajas and battlefields, riding through the countryside for about 45 minutes to an hour. At sunset time, visit the Rabari (shepherd) community - a small hamlet where these shepherds live with their goats.
Good to know
- Min.4, Max.10
- Start time of the experience will vary depending on the sunset time . Approx 2:30-3PM start.
- Duration of the experience - 2.5/3 hours
- Transport is not included in the price, and can be arranged at an extra cost & with prior notice.
- 48 hours prior booking notice is mandatory.
- Welcome drink on arrival
- Kids above the age of 4 can join. Kids between 4-14 years of age are charged at 865/person, kids above the age of 14 are charged full cost.
- Riding experience is a +, the experience isn’t recommended for a complete novice who might have no idea about horse behaviour.
- Location - Godhwar region, around Pali.
- Distance from Jodhpur - 145km south of Jodhpur (2.5 hours drive).
What's included
- Visit to the horse farm.
- Riding through the countryside.
- Interaction with the Rabari community .
What's not
- Transportation
What it's worth
- Price (14+ years) - Rs 3,040/person
- Price for kids (4-14 years) - Rs 1000/person
Where it is
Address : Pali, Rajasthan, India
