The Tent City, Rann Utsav: Great Rann of Kutch

Packages at Tent City, Rann Utsav

Tent City offers accommodations in various categories – Non-Ac, Deluxe-Ac, and Premium tents to suit all pockets. The rate starts at 5000++ per person, per day for Non-Ac Cottages and increases as you opt for larger, better-equipped tents. If you are looking for personalized, royal treatment, book your stay at Darbari and Rajwadi Suites, with tariffs starting at Rs 25,000++ per person, per day. The three Darbari tents are primarily reserved for VVIPs and cost Rs 50,000++ per person per day. You can make your bookings at booking.rannutsav.net

Tent City offers a 1-, 2-, or 3-night all-inclusive package. Once you make a booking and arrive in Bhuj, you don’t have to worry about anything. You will be picked up from the Bhuj airport or railway station at a specified time. Everyone collects in a waiting room built at the railway station. You can have tea or coffee, use the washrooms, and then take the coach to Dhordo. The ride will take two hours, and you won’t get any food until you reach the resort. If you are hungry, please eat quickly at the Click Hotel near the waiting room. 

The package includes everything – pickup and drop-off, meals, transportation, sightseeing tours, and a range of adventure activities. The Tent City also arranges permits for visiting the Great Rann of Kutch. You can relax and enjoy the colorful festivities and the spectacular scenery of the white, snowy marsh.

Stay at Tent City, Rann Utsav

People arrive by car, taxi, or bus from across Gujarat and neighboring states to attend Rann Utsa. The entrance to the Tent City is grand, and the resort is festive, with vibrant energy, traditional structures, colorful decor, and local flavor. The reception is spacious, and check-in is quick and efficient. A staff member escorts you to your tent and points out all the information you need during your stay at Tent City. The tents are arranged in large clusters, with a manager stationed at the entrance of each cluster. He looks after all the needs of people living in that cluster.

The tents are rustic but have all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay. All tents come with an en-suite toilet. Hot running water is available in the mornings and evenings. There are no heaters in the tents nowadays. Following a recent fire on the premises, the tent heaters have been discontinued. However, there are enough blankets to keep you warm during the freezing night. The tents lack locks and can be opened from both sides. However, the entire resort is under CCTV surveillance and appears relatively safe. You can use the locker at reception to store valuables.

The resort is well spread out, and you have to walk around the sprawling premises to reach amenities such as a dining hall, an adventure zone, a conference hall, a reception area, and shopping stalls. You can also call the electric golf carts if you don’t want to walk.

The Food at Tent City, Rann Utsav

The food at Tent City is served buffet-style in the dining hall. There is an elaborate spread for breakfast, lunch, evening tea, and dinner, and everyone gathers in the hall to eat. You get the best of Indian and Gujarati cuisine. There is a separate section for Jain food. A few international dishes are also served, but it is best to focus on the local delicacies. Non-vegetarian food and alcohol are not allowed in the resort. The Darbari and Rajwa tents have their own dining halls. There is no room service, but servers bring morning tea or coffee to your tent early in the morning. The staff’s warmth and hospitality are commendable.

Activities at Tent City, Rann Utsav

The Tent City has plenty to keep everyone entertained. You can enjoy paragliding, ATV rides, Rifle shooting, indoor games, archery, yoga, and a rejuvenating sauna. The 60 ft high Sk zilla – the Adventure tower – offers lots of aerial activities like rappelling, ziplining, giant swings, rock climbing, etc. If the children get restless, you can take them to the Kids’ Zoo. Some activities are included in the package, while others, such as paramotoring and ATV, are chargeable.

You can’t leave Tent City without buying some of the local handicrafts, trinkets, traditional outfits, bedcovers, cushions, etc. They have a small Haat tucked away near the entrance, displaying a wide range of exquisitely crafted traditional stu f. The highlight of the resort is, of course, the daily folk dances, live shows, and music performances. The entire experience offers an excellent opportunity to explore the unique and flamboyant art and heritage of the Kutch region.

Excursions organized by the Tent City, Rann Utsav

In addition to taking you on a camel safari across the spectacular White Rann, Tent City also organizes other excursions. Guests can witness the breathtaking sunrise and sunset at the Great Rann, visit Kala Dungar for panoramic views of the saline marshes, explore Bhuj and other tribal villages, relax on Mandvi Beach, and visit the Kutch Museum & other nearby monuments. The number of expressions will depend on your stay length. If you are lucky enough to see the Great Rann during the full moon, you get an additional trip at night when the moonlight illuminates the entire space, making the White Rann sparkle like jewels.

Internet connectivity at the Tent City, Rann Utsav

The region has excellent internet connectivity. Mobile data and W -Fi both work well, and you should not experience any issues using your phone and other devices.

A trip to the Great Rann of Kutch is undoubtedly a lifetime experience. It cannot be denied that a stay at the Tent City of Kutch helps make your vacation truly memorable.