Ride through the vast Thar Desert to the legendary Longewala battlefield, where captured Pakistani tanks still sit in the sand. Visit the miraculous Tanot Mata Temple near the fenced border, a site managed by the BSF where bombs famously failed to explode. Note: No permit is needed for Indian tourists to visit the Longewala War Memorial or Tanot Mata Temple. However, a permit is now required for Border Pillar 609, and two-wheelers are not allowed beyond Tanot towards BP 609, with strict time limits and restrictions on stopping or photography on the route. Heightened security measures are in place in border areas, including a ban on Pakistani SIM cards, and BSF's 'Operation Alert' is active from August 10-17, 2026. Jaisalmer in August 2026 is experiencing partly cloudy skies with temperatures ranging from 26-37°C, and a possibility of rain and thunderstorms with winds up to 40 kmph. This 300 km circuit offers smooth tarmac, patriotic history, and the stark beauty of India’s western frontier.
Start early to beat the desert heat. Fill up your tank to the brim in Jaisalmer city as fuel availability is sparse ahead. Weather Alert: For August 2026, Jaisalmer is experiencing partly cloudy skies with temperatures ranging from 26-37°C, and a possibility of rain and thunderstorms with winds up to 40 kmph.
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A quick stop at the royal cenotaphs just 6km from the city. The morning light on the yellow sandstone is perfect for photography.
6 km
This is the LAST fuel station before the border loop. Top up here mandatory. Grab a tea at a local dhaba near the massive TV Tower.
62 km
Visit the miraculous temple managed by BSF. See the unexploded bombs from the 1965/71 wars in the museum. Note: No special permit is needed for Indian tourists to visit Tanot Mata Temple or Longewala War Memorial. Always carry a valid government photo ID when visiting the border area. A permit is now required for Border Pillar 609, and two-wheelers are not allowed beyond Tanot towards BP 609, with strict time limits and restrictions on stopping or photography on the route.
120 km
Ride 40km west to the legendary battlefield. See the captured Pakistani tanks and the bunkers. Watch the short documentary film. Have lunch at the BSF-run cafe right at the border post. Simple but hygienic food (Maggi, samosas, thali).
160 km
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