India's Rann Utsav White Desert Festival Opens for Its 100-Day Season on 1 November

The 2026–27 Rann Utsav — Gujarat Tourism's flagship festival held on the salt flats of the Great Rann of Kutch — opens officially on 1 November 2026 and runs until 7 March 2027, giving travellers more than four months to explore one of the world's most extraordinary landscapes. Operated by Evoke Experiences in collaboration with Gujarat Tourism, the festival is centred on Dhordo village, recognised by the UNWTO in 2023 as one of its 54 Best Tourism Villages. The Tent City at Dhordo offers a range of accommodation, from Darbari and Rajwadi Suites to Super Premium and Premium Tents and air-conditioned or non-air-conditioned Swiss Cottages. All-inclusive packages start at ₹6,300 per person for one night and rise to ₹18,900 for three nights, with an additional 18% GST on top. Full-moon nights are among the most sought-after dates, when moonlight reflects off the white salt flats to create a striking silver landscape ideal for photography and desert walks. Guests can also enjoy camel safaris, paramotoring, hot air balloon rides, traditional Kutchi folk performances, handicraft bazaars and strictly vegetarian meals rooted in regional cuisine. Visitors must obtain a government entry permit through rannpermit.gujarat.gov.in because of the region's sensitive border location; Bhuj serves as the primary gateway, with scheduled shared transfers included from its railway station and airport.