A short drive away (40 km) lie Sam sand dunes, a relentless stretch of softly flowing sand in typical dune formations, a sharp contrast to the slightly hilly and scrub-covered sand that characterises much of the Rajasthan desert. Sam sand dunes is a fun outing, offering opportunities for camel rides and spectacular sunsets. The former can be spectacularly uncomfortable and thrilling at the same time as the animal walks with its awkward gait through soft sand that its hooves sink right in to, especially when going up or down the slope of a dune.

Sand dune dinners, swiss tents, special theme dinners on the lawns

An hours drivee hotel the sand dune dinners are organised for the guests of Gorband palace. The drive to the Sam Sand dune is breath taking. The long ribbon of the road cuts through desert land flat as far your eyes can see. The dunes are spectactularly beautiful as they stretch out into the horizon indulating mountains of sand. Gaily decorated camels transport guests to the dinner venuewhere folk musicians sing and dance their hearts out. The sand dune dinner is unbashdely romantic, flames of bonfire, rythymic movements of the dancers, shrill folk songs, a sip of chilled wine as you tilt your head and see the wide desert sky bewildering you with stars. As the evening progresses dinner is served in the traditional seating arrangement or the buffet can also be opted for.

For those wishing to spend a night out in the sand dunes there are swiss tents that can be pitched. The portable Swiss tents are sleek, electrified and come complete with bath and running water facilities. Security, hygenic and eco friendly measures are taken to make your stay on the Sam Sand Dunes a truly comfortable and memorial experience.