Jaipur · JAIPUR ELEPHANT AND CAMEL RIDES
Good jaipur elephant and camel rides tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 10 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Meet rescued Asian elephants at Elefantastic near Jaipur with private pickup, hands-on feeding, bathing, walking, and enrichment activities. Staff guide you through safe interaction, then Rahul’s mother serves a home-cooked vegetarian lunch. Allow about two to three hours, plus transport.
“It was a great experience! We loved it! Delicious lunch, loved to bath the elephant and the driver and staff were really friendly..”
At Elefantastic near Jaipur, you spend meaningful time feeding, washing, and walking with a rescued or retired Asian elephant. Your private visit includes hotel transport, a guide, and lunch. Rahul and Pravin are among the drivers and guides praised for clear explanations and kind service.
“Wow!! What a wonderful experience we had yesterday with Pinky …a 52 yr old elephant who had been rescued from a circus 19 months ago & now doing well. It was all so calm and everyone seemed so happy and content, no chains, just smiles. They have 24 elephants, no govt backing so rely on tourism …elephants eat all day ! Totally recommend !”
Your private driver collects you from a Jaipur hotel, airport, station, or chosen address and takes you to an elephant sanctuary. Feed, paint, walk with, and wash rescued elephants under staff guidance. The visit lasts about four hours and includes transport, entry, activities, and water.
“We had a amazing day with the elephants and the team, everything went smoothly and would highly recommend. This was one of our top highlights of Jaipur.”
Leave Jaipur by private AC car for a hands-on elephant sanctuary visit. Feed and wash a rescued elephant, use natural colors for traditional painting, and choose a gentle ride. City guides Jeet and Najish are praised for their history and local insight, though the elephant naturalist is not named.
“Jeet was a wonderful guide during my stay in Jaipur. He is humorous, speaks with great passion and pride for Jaipur, and is very knowledgeable about the city’s history. He took me to lovely places around the city- a mix of classic must-see monuments/sights in the city as well as some local lesser-known gems. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a good-humored and knowledgeable guide in Jaipur.”
Spend three hours at Elefun Elephant Sanctuary near Jaipur, meeting a rescued elephant, feeding her, walking beside her, painting with natural colors, and helping with a seasonal bath. Hotel pickup and return are included, with support in English, Hindi, Spanish, German, and French.
“Una gran experiencia el poder pasar la tarde junto a una elefanta; Chanchal, darle de comer, acariciarla, pintarla y despues lavarla. Me ha gustado mucho. Los elefantes están bien cuidados y alimentados.”
From Amer, your private car takes you to EleJungle for a four-hour visit with Asian elephants. Meet the herd, feed them bananas and sugarcane, help with grooming and a pedicure, enjoy a hose shower, walk beside them, visit the shelter, and eat lunch nearby.
“Great fun and a well-supported way to spend time with beautiful elephants.”
See Jaipur’s major sights in a private air-conditioned car with a local guide, from Amer Fort and its optional elephant ride to City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal, and colorful craft markets. Guides such as Aman, Ram, Malik, and Mazid have led engaging history-focused visits.
“My tour in Jaipur, India was absolutely amazing! The city’s rich history and stunning architecture left me in awe. A special thanks to our tour guide Aman who was incredibly knowledgeable and made the experience engaging with his insights and to our driver Sonu, who ensured a smooth and comfortable journey throughout. Their professionalism and warm hospitality truly made the trip unforgettable. Highly recommend!”
Visit Elefanjoy Elephant Sanctuary near Jaipur with hotel pickup and return. With guides such as Ankit, you can feed, walk beside, and gently interact with rescued elephants, learn about their care, and enjoy tea, coffee, or juice.
“Super nous avons passé un excellent moment avec Mala 21 ans (éléphant)elle était tellement gentille .Nous avons eu amplement le temps de faire différentes activités avec elle . Le guide était super compétent et le chauffeur très prudent .”
Meet your English-speaking guide and driver at your Jaipur hotel at 8 AM for a nine-hour tour of Amber Fort, Jal Mahal, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar, and Galtaji Temple. You’ll also ride a camel, eat lunch, visit shops, and have some flexibility to adjust the day.
“Everything OK. The guide kindly gave me the opportunity to choose what to do in the remaining time, accompanying me and guiding me to an unexpected place, but strangely he didn't take me to the monkey temple but to the sun temple, on the monkey mountain. For the rest, all ok”
Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle from Jaipur to Ajmer and Pushkar, with stops at Ajmer Sharif Dargah, Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra, Brahma Temple, Pushkar Lake, and the bazaar. Drivers such as Shah Rukh and Manoj have been praised for friendly service, but confirm whether a guide and camel ride are included.
“it was wonderful time with Manoj .. really enjoy whole experience... I would 100% recommend”
Pick a fort, a kitchen, a bazaar or a jeep.
