India’s iconic white desert carnival, Rann Utsav – The Tent City, will return
to the dazzling White Rann from 23 October 2025
to 4 March 2026, inviting travellers to experience 134 nights of culture,
adventure and moon‑lit magic. Early‑bird bookings are now live exclusively on RannUtsav.com,
with limited‑period offers on 1‑, 2‑ and 3‑night luxury tent packages.
Spread across more than 7,500 km² of glistening salt flats, the
Great Rann of Kutch is celebrated as one of the world’s largest and most
surreal seasonal desserts. At sunrise and sunset the crystalline landscape
shimmers in pastel hues, while full‑moon nights transform it into a silver sea
that photographers call a “diamond‑studded dream.”
This year’s edition coincides with major
festive peaks—Diwali, Christmas–New Year and Republic‑Day weekends—promising
over 100 music, dance and folk‑art shows, desert safaris, hot‑air ballooning,
paramotoring and vibrant handicraft bazaars curated by local artisans. Guests
can also book guided excursions to nearby attractions such as Dholavira, the recently UNESCO‑inscribed
Harappan city on Khadir Bet, for a rare glimpse into 4,500‑year‑old Indus
Valley ingenuity.
“At Rann Utsav we marry Kutchi
hospitality with world‑class infrastructure—air‑conditioned tents, gourmet
regional cuisine and 24×7 safety services—so that every visitor, whether a solo
backpacker or a luxury seeker, leaves with memories as endless as the horizon,”
said a spokesperson for Rann Utsav – The Tent City.
Explore Iconic Nearby Attractions
Visitors can also explore historical and
natural gems such as:
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Kala Dungar (Black Hill) – the highest point
in Kutch with panoramic views of the Rann
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Bhuj – for its palaces, museums, and
traditional handicrafts
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Mandvi Beach – for a peaceful weekend by the
sea
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Dholavira – The Road to Heaven – An excellent
archeological site in the Indus Valley
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The White Desert – Sunrise, sunset, as well as
full moon nights are the perfect times to experience these unexpected views.
Travellers are advised to secure permits
for the White Rann online in advance and to carry eco‑friendly essentials to
help preserve this fragile salt‑marsh ecosystem.
About
Rann Utsav
Organised with support from Gujarat Tourism,
Rann Utsav has evolved over two decades into India’s premier desert festival,
showcasing the vibrancy of Kutchi culture against a spellbinding natural
canvas. In 2025‑26 it welcomed over half‑a‑million domestic and international
visitors and generated significant livelihood opportunities for local
communities.