🌕 What is Rann Utsav?
Rann Utsav is Gujarat’s grand cultural festival celebrated in the White Desert of Dhordo, Kutch. From November 2025 to February 2026, the endless white salt marsh transforms into a vibrant carnival of music, dance, food, art, and local culture.
Organized by the Gujarat Tourism Department, Rann Utsav showcases the rich heritage of Kutch from traditional Kutchi handicrafts and folk performances to adventure sports and luxury desert stays.
📍 Location: Dhordo Village, White Rann (85 km from Bhuj)
📅 Tentative Dates: November 1, 2025 – February 28, 2026
🏕️ Rann Utsav Packages 2025–26
Kutch Tours & Travels offers specially curated Rann Utsav tour packages with stays in luxury tents, Bhungas, and premium resorts near the White Rann.
| Package Type | Duration | Ideal For | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1N/2D Rann Utsav Package | 1 Night / 2 Days | Short trip or weekend getaway | White Rann sunset, cultural show, local bazaar |
| 2N/3D Rann Utsav Package | 2 Nights / 3 Days | Family & couples | White Rann + Kala Dungar + Handicraft village |
| 3N/4D Rann Utsav Package | 3 Nights / 4 Days | Complete Kutch experience | Bhuj city tour, Mandvi beach, cultural activities |
| 4N/5D Rann Utsav Package | 4 Nights / 5 Days | Extended holiday | Bhuj + Dholavira + Mandvi + Rann + Kalo Dungar |
🛏️ Stay Options: Deluxe AC Tent, Premium Tent, Kutchi Bhunga, Resort Rooms (StayGuru Hotels)
🍽️ Meal Plans: CP (Breakfast), MAP (Breakfast + Dinner), APAI (All Meals)
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📅 Sample Itinerary – 2N/3D Rann Utsav Package
Day 1: Arrival at Bhuj – Transfer to White Rann
- Pick-up from Bhuj Airport/Railway Station
- Transfer to Dhordo (White Rann)
- Check-in to your tent/resort
- Visit White Rann for sunset view
- Enjoy evening cultural show and dinner
Day 2: Kutch Sightseeing
- Breakfast at resort
- Visit Kala Dungar (Black Hill) & Handicraft Village – Khavda
- Optional adventure zone activities: ATV rides, paramotoring
- Evening free for shopping at Haat Bazaar
- Overnight stay near Rann
Day 3: Departure
- Morning walk on White Desert
- Breakfast and check-out
- Transfer to Bhuj for sightseeing (Aina Mahal, Kutch Museum, Bhujodi village)
- Drop at Bhuj station/airport
🎭 Top Things to Do at Rann Utsav
✅ Witness the White Rann under Full Moon
✅ Ride a Camel Cart across the desert
✅ Shop handmade Kutchi handicrafts and textiles
✅ Enjoy Garba & Folk Dances every evening
✅ Visit Smritivan Museum and Bhujodi Craft Village
✅ Adventure activities – ATV rides, zipline, parasailing
✅ Taste authentic Kutchi Thali & Local Snacks
🏨 Where to Stay – Best Resorts & Bhungas
Kutch Tours & Travels partners with top resorts and hotels around White Rann & Bhuj, including:
- StayGuru Road to Heaven Resort (Dhordo)
- Heritage Resort Dholavira
- StayGuru Resort Farm Villa (Bhuj)
- StayGuru Hotel Kutch Elegance
- StayGuru Hotel Atithi
Each property offers clean, comfortable stays with pure-veg meals, 24×7 support, and true Kutchi hospitality.
💰 Inclusions
All Rann Utsav Packages include:
- Accommodation in AC Tents/Bhungas/Resorts
- Pick-up & drop from Bhuj (Airport/Railway)
- Daily meals (Breakfast & Dinner)
- Cultural program access
- Sightseeing tours (as per package)
- Guide & driver assistance
Exclusions:
- Entry tickets for optional activities
- GST & personal expenses
🌝 Full Moon Dates for Rann Utsav 2025–26
| Month | Full Moon Date |
|---|---|
| November 2025 | 4th – 6th November |
| December 2025 | 3rd – 5th December |
| January 2026 | 2nd – 4th January & 31st January |
| February 2026 | 1st & 2nd February |
| March 2026 | 2nd – 4th March |
🔖 Pro Tip: Full moon nights get sold out fast – book your tents at least 30–45 days in advance!
🚗 How to Reach Rann Utsav (Dhordo)
By Air:
Nearest Airport – Bhuj (85 km) | Daily flights from Ahmedabad & Mumbai.
By Train:
Nearest Railway Station – Bhuj Railway Station
By Road:
Good connectivity via Bhuj–Khavda–Dhordo Highway. Private cabs available via AYO Taxi.
📸 Best Time to Visit
The ideal time is December to February, when the weather is pleasant (10–25°C).
Sunrise and sunset over the white desert are photographer’s paradise moments.
🛒 Why Book with Kutch Tours & Travels
✔ Trusted Local Operator (Based in Bhuj)
✔ 100+ Travel Agent Network
✔ Jain Food Options Available
✔ 24×7 Support During Your Trip
✔ Customized Packages & Group Discounts
✔ Managed by AYO Hospitality Pvt. Ltd.
📩 Plan Your Rann Utsav Trip Today
✨ Experience the magic of moonlight on the White Desert with Kutch Tours & Travels.
Get customized itineraries, hotel stays, and transport at the best prices.
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