About the Tour

The Pushkar Camel Fair is one of the largest in India and the only one of its kind in the entire world. This small town, becomes a cultural phenomenon when colorfully dressed devotees, musicians, acrobats, folk dancers, traders, comedians, ‘sadhus’ and tourists reach here during Pushkar fair. Pushkar fair has its own magic and it’s a lifetime experience for travelers.

What will you see there? Pushkar festival is also known as the Camel fair, and thus you can see around 50,000 camel heads popping up at one go. You will not find these camels looking more beautiful than during the festival as for this occasion they have been carefully decorated. This is the time when you will see a transformation of this small land into shopping paradise, as the endless rows of stalls are arrayed with ethnic items, exhibiting an entire range – from objects of art to daily utility stuff. The magic does not end here, evenings are full of cultural events and programs, be a part of tranquil and rhythmic tunes and enjoy the traditional Rajasthani folk music and dance with the rural folklore the core attraction not to be missed at any cost.

About the Mentor

A travel and lifestyle photographer, Aman Chotani has made his mark in the field of photography, spinning visual yarns and delving his audience in an immersive experience. Being a wanderer and a visual artist enables him to document travel, culture, and life, bringing a visual authenticity to his photographs.

A ZEISS Brand Ambassador , Aman now conducts photo tours and workshops across India and is already the man behind some very ambitious projects, ‘The Last Avatar’ being one of the many known projects he has worked on. A widely published photographer, Aman Chotani has also bagged numerous prestigious photography awards across the world. He also exhibits his work regularly in India which is well received with all those who come to see.

Itinerary

Day 1- 8 NOV

• Board the Luxury Van from Connaught Place, New Delhi early in the morning.

• Pickup outstation participants from hotels (included in the package)

• Breakfast on the Delhi-Jaipur Highway

• Shoot on the go

• Shoot at a Craft Village on Jaipur-Ajmer Road

• Check-in at Base Camp, Pushkar

• Discussion at ZEISS Lounge

• Dinner

Day 2- 9 NOV

• Early Morning Travel to a Rajasthani village

• Capture Rural Life & Culture

• Enjoy authentic Rajasthani cuisine at the village

• Visit Camel Fair Ground

• Visit Pushkar Lake and Streets

• Photo Talk with Aman Chotani

• Photo Review Session

• Socialising around the bonfire

• Dinner

Day 3- 10 NOV

• Capture the Hot Air Balloons with the setting of a beautiful sunrise

• Breakfast

• Open Session: Technical queries & Feedback

• Prize Certificate Distribution

• Checkout

DOs and DON’ts

• Please carry an extra battery with you since there will be billions of things that you would like to shoot!
• Carry a bandana/scarf/shawl to cover your face. The place we are headed to is a semi desert and you wouldn’t like so much dust around you!
• We can understand that you will be equally excited as us but please try to sleep in the bus on our way since the first thing we will do as soon as we reach is head out with the camera! The day will be followed with plenty of shoots and a late night party!
• Do not forget to bring your tripod to take shots of the beautiful night here!
• Carry a jacket that will keep you warm at nights!
• Since the fair has covered all the roads, you might have to hike down to the camp. The distance would be 2-3kms.
• So bring a bag that is easy to carry!
• Carry your ID cards!
• Carry Rs. 10 change bills as lot of subjects will be asking you.

PRICING 

INR 25,000/- 

First few seats is for INR 20,000/-

Last date to book: 31 Oct , 2019

After 31 Oct , booking subject to availability. 

*5% GST is Included

For Foreign Visitors: Price per person USD 400

What’s Included?

1. Accommodation in finest quality AC luxury camps throughout the trip on double sharing basis
2. Camp is located about 2 kms from the Mela ground, Daily shuttle from camp to mela ground and return is provided
3. Meet & greet assistance and group leader throughout the trip
4. Services of an expert local guide to show you the mela
5. Daily breakfast, lunch & dinner (We take pride in the quality of our meals)
6. Bonfire with folk entertainment
7. Free cool drinks on day 1 and tea/coffee - Special from us this year
8. All taxes & service charges including GST

Package Cost Rs. 25,000

Early Bird Rs. 20,000

(For First few Spots)