JOURNEY INTO RAJASTHAN’S NOMADIC CAMEL CULTURE
INDIGENOUS RAIKA DISCOVERY EXPERIENCE
COMING SOON
2021 date
Rajasthan's nomadic camel culture is under extreme threat ... come and experience a world of vanishing ancient wisdom, seldom seen or understood.
On this indigenous journey you will ...
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Engage with the extraordinary but highly threatened world of the Raika nomads
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Celebrate the beauty, biodiversity and traditional knowledge this culture represents
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Support the next generation in preserving their traditions while evolving as they choose

The Raika journey will be facilitated by Hanwant Singh Rathore and Ilse Köhler-Rollefson, founders of Lokhit Pashu-Palak Sansthan (LPPS) a nonprofit that has supported the Raika for more than 20 years.
The journey consists of a full 5-day programme with practical workshops, talks and unique experiences, 4 nights accommodation (based on double occupancy) and all meals. Translators will be available throughout the journey. Airfares, transfers, visas and insurance are not included.
HIGHLIGHTS
Immerse yourself an ancient way of life, living in harmony with animals and nature. Learn about the Raika's valuable contribution to conserving biodiversity
HIGHLIGHTS
Forage for medicinal plants with a special Raika healer, learning how this ancient wisdom is used to treat both themselves and the camels. Understand why camel milk contains such powerful healing properties.
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Experience nomadic life sleeping under the stars with the Raika herd. Enjoy making traditional foods, chai tea made with camel milk and the grazing rhythm of the days.
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Play, sing and dance in a unique gathering with nomadic women from '36 communities'
RAIKA OVERVIEW
India is home to a vast number of cultures whose life revolves around their animals and nature. One of the most famous among them are the Raika, the camel nomads of Rajasthan who believe they were created by God Shiva to take care of the camel. But numbers of camel herds have decreased dramatically due to lack of access to grazing lands and income-producing opportunities for camel herders. This has forced many young Raika's to move to the city to try and find work.
Camel milk and its healing properties have given the herders some hope and income along with culturally authentic efforts such as this trip.

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Double Room - Prime
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Registration/Deposits
Prices listed are in U.S. Dollars and rates are based on double occupancy. Due to the few rooms on campus, we may not be able to accommodate single occupancy at this time. Bring a friend!
A $300 deposit per person is required to hold a reservation: If reserving for more than one person, each traveler must fill out a separate reservation form. Full payment will be due 8 weeks prior to the event start date.
In the event you cancel your participation: *8 weeks or more before departure: your entire payment will be refunded less $150 *Between 8 weeks and 30 days before departure: 50% will be refunded *30 days or less before the start of the event: No refund will be granted
Camel Charisma (the organization providing this journey) reserves the right to cancel a scheduled journey at any time: In the event Camel Charisma must cancel the journey you have joined, your full payment will be refunded to you.
Preferred payment method is through Transferwise
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For other options please contact us
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Please inform us of any medical or special dietary needs at time of registration. Participants are responsible for their own travel arrangements to the LPPS campus as well as for arranging for visas as necessary. Proof of international medical insurance coverage including accident coverage as well as coverage for riding a camel if applicable. Evacuation insurance while not required is suggested. Anyone NOT wanting their photos to be used in promotional materials should notify us before the journey begins.
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Local Customs
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Local Customs
Practical Info
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Registration/Deposits
Prices listed are in U.S. Dollars and rates are based on double occupancy. Due to the few rooms on campus, we may not be able to accommodate single occupancy at this time. Bring a friend!
A $300 deposit per person is required to hold a reservation: If reserving for more than one person, each traveler must fill out a separate reservation form. Full payment will be due 8 weeks prior to the event start date.
In the event you cancel your participation: *8 weeks or more before departure: your entire payment will be refunded less $150 *Between 8 weeks and 30 days before departure: 50% will be refunded *30 days or less before the start of the event: No refund will be granted
Camel Charisma (the organization providing this journey) reserves the right to cancel a scheduled journey at any time: In the event Camel Charisma must cancel the journey you have joined, your full payment will be refunded to you.
Preferred payment method is through Transferwise. Once you complete the registration form we will send you the Transferwise link via email.
For other options please contact us.
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Please inform us of any medical or special dietary needs at time of registration. Participants are responsible for their own travel arrangements to the LPPS campus as well as for arranging for visas as necessary. Proof of international medical insurance coverage including accident coverage as well as coverage for riding a camel if applicable. Evacuation insurance while not required is suggested. Anyone NOT wanting their photos to be used in promotional materials should notify us before the journey begins.
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Liability
Camel Charisma is not responsible for natural disasters, airline delays, lost luggage, medical or customs regulations. We reserve the right to change the itinerary as needed although not anticipated, weather or other unforeseen circumstances may require it. The information on this website is a guideline only.
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Travel & Events
November is a wonderful time to visit Rajasthan! You may want to consider attending the world-famous Pushkar Camel Fair which is scheduled for November 22-30th. The Fair has suffered due to the declining herds but is still very interesting. Please let us know if you would like a suggestion for a travel agent to help with any of your plans. We are not in any way affiliated, nor are you in anyway obligated to use this agent. We cannot guaranty any of the information provided through this source but just offer it as a suggestion.
REGISTRATION OPEN: November 1-5, 2020
- Sun, Nov 01LPPS/Camel Charisma CampusNov 01, 2020, 2:00 PM – Nov 05, 2020, 9:00 AMLPPS/Camel Charisma Campus, Sadri, Rajasthan, IndiaA unique opportunity to engage with the extraordinary but highly threatened Raika camel nomads. Celebrate the beauty, biodiversity and traditional knowledge this culture represents and support the next generation in preserving their traditions while evolving as they choose.