How many safaris does The Jawai Yatra run per day?

We operate two safaris daily — one in the morning and one in the evening, each around 3 hours long, taking you through Jawai's leopard zones and ending near Jawai Dam.

How many people can join one safari jeep?

Each safari jeep (gypsy) accommodates up to 6 passengers. For groups larger than 6, we recommend booking 2 or more jeeps.

Is pickup and drop included?

Yes, pickup and drop from your resort within the Jawai area is completely free.

How far is Jawai from major cities?

Jawai is approximately 120 km from Mount Abu, 160 km from Jodhpur, 170 km from Udaipur, 390 km from Jaipur, and 650 km from Delhi.

How do I book or contact The Jawai Yatra?

You can WhatsApp us directly, message us on Instagram @thejawaiyatra, or fill out the inquiry form on our website, and we'll share a customized package.

Jawai Leopard Safari from Jodhpur — Distance, Route & Complete Travel Guide

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Jodhpur, the Blue City, is one of the closest major cities to Jawai — which makes it one of the easiest and most popular jumping-off points for a leopard safari. Here's everything you need to know about getting from Jodhpur to Jawai, what to expect, and how to plan your trip.

Jodhpur to Jawai Distance & Route

Distance: Approximately 160 km.

Travel time: Around 2.5–3 hours by road.

Route: Jodhpur → Rohat → Pali → Falna → Sumerpur → Jawai, via NH62. The highway is well-maintained and suitable for self-drive cars, hired taxis, or private transfers.

By Train

Jawai has its own railway station — Jawai Bandh Railway Station — on the Jodhpur–Ahmedabad line, making train travel from Jodhpur a comfortable, scenic option if you'd rather not drive.

Nearest Airport

Jodhpur Airport is actually the closest airport to Jawai of any major city — making Jodhpur the fastest entry point for anyone flying in from Delhi, Mumbai, or elsewhere in India before heading to Jawai.

Why Combine Jodhpur & Jawai

Jodhpur's Mehrangarh Fort and blue-washed old city give you Rajasthan's royal history and architecture. Jawai, just 2.5–3 hours away, gives you the complete opposite — wild leopards roaming free granite hills, with zero national-park crowds. Together they make one of the most complete short Rajasthan itineraries: a day or two in Jodhpur for the fort and old city, followed by a day or two in Jawai for safaris, Jawai Dam, and a Rabari village walk.

Suggested 3-Day Jodhpur + Jawai Itinerary

Day 1: Explore Jodhpur — Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, the blue old city and its bazaars.
Day 2: Drive to Jawai (2.5–3 hrs). Check in, and head straight out for an evening leopard safari.
Day 3: Morning safari, Jawai Dam visit, and a Rabari village walk before heading back or continuing your Rajasthan trip.

Practical Tips

Book in advance: especially during peak season (October–March), as Jawai's camps and resorts are limited in number.
Vehicle: a regular car is fine for the drive; safari jeeps are arranged separately at Jawai.
Best time: October to March for peak leopard activity; monsoon (July–September) also works well since Jawai stays open year-round.

Plan Your Jodhpur to Jawai Trip

The Jawai Yatra is a Jawai-based local operator that can coordinate your pickup from Jodhpur, arrange leopard safaris, and put together a complete Jodhpur + Jawai itinerary. Reach out or fill the inquiry form to get started.

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