Elephant safaris are the most regal way of seeing Rajasthan, since nothing can even compare with the majesty of the pachyderm - no wonder the rulers used elephants for their journeys.

Equipped with a howdah, a large seat on which they would sit, complete with soft silk cushions, and with a ceremonial umbrella over their heads, modern days safari may pale in comparisons, but are no less regal on that accounts.

The elephant treads slowly and steadily, and a safari would be ideal in and around principal towns, especially in the vicinity of wildlife sanctuaries where the same elephants can do double-duty for viewing wildlife.

Since an elephant safari is an elaborate affair, and requires many attendants for the beast as well, such camps too tend to be more lavish, and so these are best for incentive groups who can be promised an experience, the like of which they are unlikely to ever have elsewhere.

If you thought the Himalayans or the ghats are the only places where trekking is possible, you obviously need to re-think your options, for the hilly areas of Rajasthan provides several days of ideal trekking opportunities. the Mewar belt with the Udaipur - Kumbhalgarh - Chittore combine, or the area around Mt Abu, or the Sariska-Alwar-Ajmer belt is best for trekking. Best time to track in Rajasthan is September to March . It is best to track in a group, so you can choose to camp in the open countryside.

Camping is a fine art in Rajasthan, with established camps in set locations that would fit for royalty. Especially created tents include those with bedrooms, a small hallway or leisure area, and attached bath. These tents use hand-block printed fabrics within the interiors, to create a rich ambience.