Backpacking Rann of Kutch trip 4 Night / 5 Days

About Experience Kutch

You will Experience the Great Rann of Kutch and Rannutsav along with Dhilavira archaeological site and some less explored hidden gems of Kutch. Trip will also include tourist attractions of Bhuj city and will end on beautiful Mandvi beach.

About Kutch:

Kutch- The largest district of India, is a land of color, culture and spectacular topography. The term Kutch refers to something which intermittently becomes wet and dry. A large part of the Kutch, commonly known as the Great Rann of Kutch, remains submerged in water during the rainy season and becomes dry during the winter.

Dholavira:

Located at a distance of 250 km from Bhuj, on Khadir beyt, in the Great Rann of Kutch, Gujarat, Dholavira is the second largest Harappan site in India and fifth largest in Indian sub-continent. Amongst the Harappan sites discovered so far, Dholavira is the only place that marks the presence of Harappan culture from 2900 BC to 1500 BC. Other Place to visit here are,

– Wood fossil Park
– Sunset Point and Bhanjdo Hill in the desert
– Chipper Point

Kalo Dungar:

Kalo Dungar, alias Black hill is the highest point of the Kutch region at 462 meters, offering the bird’s-eye view of the Great Rann of Kutch. this whole region experience High magnetic field. There a stretch of road while heading upto the top, One will experience Strong magnetic Field, where it pulls vehicle towards upward slope, when left in neutral.

White Rann of Kutch and Ran-Utsav:

Rann Utsav is a celebration of life, festivities and culture of Kutch and Gujarat, organized by Gujarat Tourism every year from November to February. The most colorful people with a rich cultural heritage grace the canvas of ‘White Rann’. Kutch Rann Utsav is cradled in the largest salt marsh of the world, ‘The Great Rann of Kutch’ near Dhordo.

Bhuj City:

Bhuj City is center point in Kutch district and has ecstatic things to offer. Tourists are lured to places such as Aaina mahal, Prag mahal, Kutch museum, Hamirasar lake, Bhujiyo Hill, Tapkeshawari Hill, Vande Matram Memorial and many others. Bhujiyo hill offers panoramic view of Bhuj city and its sunset offers an everlasting memory.

Mandvi Beach and Vijay Vilas Palace:

Built in 1929 by Rao Vijayrajji, situated at 8 km from Mandvi, Vijay Vilas Palace is very well-maintained, and often the scene of filming for Bollywood productions (Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam). It was built of red sandstone in the Rajput style. Mandvi beach is well known for its color where water is present in pure blue color and also said to be crystal clear.

There are different villages named ‘Hodko’ , ‘Khavda’ , ‘Ludiya (Ghandhi nu gam)’ , ‘Nirona’ , ‘ Bhujodi’ which are very famous for their handicrafts and unique art forms.

Activities & Attraction 

• Short Hike at Dholavira Chipper Point
• Sunrise and Sunset in White Desert
• Panoramic View of Rann of Kutch from Kalo Dungar – Highest Point of Kutch
• Night visit to desert
• Handicraft Market and Shopping
• Mesmerising Sunset on the Mandvi beach
• Campfire, Music and Garba
• Homestay/Resort Accommodation and Authentic Food

Things to carry

Basic Essential

– Backpack or Trolley bag
– Water bottle (Mandatory-refillable)
– Comfortable Shoes
– Original ID card

Clothing Essential & Head Protection

– Pairs of light Clothing as per need
– Warm Clothing Sweater/ Woolen/Jacket
– Towel- handkerchief – Napkin
– Slipper/Sandals
– Cap/Hat/Scarf to protect head in case of direct Sunlight

Personal Utilities & Accessories

– Personal Medication (if required)
– Lip balm, Mosquito Repellent, Sunscreen, Body-lotion, Toothbrush-Paste (as per personal need)
– Camera, Charger, Earphone, Power bank