I just spent a few weeks on a workation in Jaisalmer and it turned out to be the perfect mix of slow living, remote work, and adventure.

I stayed in a hostel, which made things super easy — good WiFi, a cozy common area to work from, and other travelers around to chat with during breaks. My mornings usually started with a walk either to Gadisar Lake or into the Golden Fort. Both are magical at sunrise, so calm and golden. I’d come back, grab a mango juice, and settle down with my laptop in the common area for a few hours.

Evenings were my recharge time. I’d head out again for a walk through the fort lanes or the bazaars, try out some street food, and just watch the city slow down with the sunset. There’s something about the rhythm of Jaisalmer that feels timeless.

The absolute highlight was taking two days off for a non-touristic desert safari. Instead of the usual camp setups, we explored abandoned villages, a desert oasis, and tiny settlements before riding camels to untouched dunes. Watching the sun set with chai in hand, eating dinner by a fire, and then just sleeping out in the open under a blanket of stars — no tents, no lights, no sounds — was unreal. Woke up to the sunrise in the middle of the dunes, and it’s probably one of the most peaceful mornings I’ve had in years.

On the way back, we stopped at a few small villages where people were so warm and welcoming. It was such a raw, simple experience that gave me a whole new perspective on life in the desert.

Honestly, Jaisalmer turned out to be the best balance for a workation: quiet mornings, productive afternoons, chill evenings, and just enough adventure to make it unforgettable.
Best Hostel and Desert Experience ever!

Workation in Jaisalmer – mornings by the lake, evenings with street food & a desert under the stars