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. However, an online 'Bawliyanwala Border Pass' is now mandatory for entry to the border area near Tanot Mata Temple, and a permit is required for Border Pillar 609. 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' was active from August 10-17, 2026. Night movement in border villages (including Tanot & Longewala) is restricted from 6 PM to 7 AM until November 30, 2026. Jaisalmer on September 16, 2026, is experiencing heavy rain, storms, and gusty winds up to 55 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 September 16, 2026, Jaisalmer is experiencing heavy rain, storms, and gusty winds up to 55 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.
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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: An online 'Bawliyanwala Border Pass' is now mandatory for entry to the border area near Tanot Mata Temple. No special permit is needed for Indian tourists to visit 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.
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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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