Rann Utsav 2026-27 will be held from 1 November 2026 to 7 March 2027 at the Tent City in Dhordo, Kutch, Gujarat, about 80 km from Bhuj. The four month White Rann festival offers tent stays from Rs 6,300 per person, including meals, cultural programs, sightseeing and Bhuj transfers. Bookings are open now.
The wait is over. The dates for Rann Utsav 2026-27 are officially out, and the Tent City at Dhordo will welcome guests for a little over four months this season. That is four months to stand on an endless white salt desert, watch the sun sink into it, and then see the whole landscape turn silver under a full moon.
If you have been putting off that Kutch trip for years, this is the season to stop postponing. Below is everything you need to plan it: the dates that matter, how to reach, what a stay actually costs, what to pack, and why the best dates disappear faster than you would expect.
Rann Utsav 2026-27 at a glance
| Detail | Rann Utsav 2026-2027 |
| Season dates | 1 November 2026 to 7 March 2027 (over 4 months) |
| Venue | Tent City, Dhordo village, Kutch, Gujarat 370510 |
| Nearest city | Bhuj, around 80 km away (a 2 hour drive; transfers included in packages) |
| From Ahmedabad | Around 400 km by road; direct trains and flights to Bhuj |
| Stay options | Non-AC, Deluxe AC, Premium AC and Super Premium AC tents |
| Packages | 1N/2D, 2N/3D, 3N/4D with stay, all meals, culture, sightseeing and transfers |
| Starting price | From Rs 6,300 per person (varies by date, tent type and availability) |
| Entry permit | Separate online permit from the Gujarat government portal (we guide you) |
| Booking | Open now. Call or WhatsApp +91 75672 24488, or book at rannutsavtentcity.in |
The dates that matter this season
The Tent City opens on 1 November 2026, and this year the calendar is unusually kind. Diwali falls on 8 November, exactly one week after opening. Celebrating the festival of lights under a sky full of stars, with Kutchi folk music and traditional food instead of city noise, is an experience very few people have had, because Diwali rarely lands inside the festival window this neatly.
After that come the Christmas and New Year week, which is the single busiest stretch of every season, Uttarayan on 14 January when the sky fills with kites, and Valentine week in February for couples. Every one of these windows books out well in advance. You can see the complete list on our special dates page.
Full moon dates at Rann Utsav 2026-27
The full moon nights are the reason most people come. Under a full moon the white desert does not look real. It looks like someone spread moonlight on the ground. This season, full moon nights fall around these dates:
- 24 November 2026
- 24 December 2026, overlapping the Christmas rush, the most demanded nights of the entire season
- 22 January 2027
- 20 February 2027, the last full moon before the season closes
Full moon stays sell out 3 to 6 weeks ahead. If a moonlit Rann is the whole point of your trip, lock these dates first and plan everything else around them.
Where it is and how to reach
The Tent City comes up at Dhordo, a small village on the edge of the Great Rann of Kutch, and the winner of the UN Best Tourism Village award in 2023. Bhuj is your gateway, about 80 km away.
- By air: Bhuj airport has direct flights from Mumbai. Ahmedabad airport, which connects to every metro, is the larger hub.
- By train: Bhuj railway station has direct trains from Mumbai, Ahmedabad and Delhi.
- By road: Ahmedabad to Dhordo is roughly a 400 km drive of 7 to 8 hours on good highways.
Our packages include AC coach transfers from Bhuj to the Tent City and back, so once you reach Bhuj the rest of the trip is taken care of. For route maps and travel options, see the how to reach page.
One thing to know in advance: entry to the White Rann requires an online permit issued on the Gujarat government portal, which is separate from your tent booking. We walk every guest through it at the time of booking, so it never becomes a surprise at the gate.
Where you will stay, and what it costs
Rann Utsav Tent City is not a campsite. It is a full seasonal township with restaurants, a handicraft bazaar selling Ajrakh, Bandhani, mirror work embroidery and Lippan art, cultural performances every evening, and activities ranging from camel carts and ATV rides to paramotoring over the white desert. Tents come in four categories:
- Non-AC Tent: from Rs 6,300 per person
- Deluxe AC Tent: from Rs 8,300 per person
- Premium AC Tent: from Rs 9,300 per person
- Super Premium AC Tent: from Rs 10,300 per person
You can compare all four categories in detail on our accommodation page.
Every package covers your stay, all meals (breakfast, lunch, evening tea and dinner), evening cultural programs, guided sightseeing and Bhuj to Bhuj transfers. Choose from the 1 Night 2 Days, 2 Nights 3 Days or 3 Nights 4 Days itineraries, and see current rates on the packages and pricing page. Prices climb for full moon nights, weekends and festival weeks, and everything is subject to availability, so treat the numbers above as starting points and check the live rate for your dates.
What the weather is like, and what to pack
Winter is exactly why the festival happens in these months. Days are sunny and pleasant, typically in the mid 20s Celsius. But the desert flips at night. December and January nights regularly drop below 10 degrees on the open Rann, and the wind makes it feel colder. Pack proper winter layers (a warm jacket, cap and socks), comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses and sunscreen for the daytime glare off the white salt, and a power bank for the amount of photography you are about to do.
New this season: the Road to Heaven extension
If you can spare an extra day, drive the Road to Heaven, the 30 km causeway from the Rann towards Dholavira. It is one of the most surreal stretches of highway in India, ending near the 4,500 year old Harappan city of Dholavira, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From this season, seasonal tent accommodation is also coming up at Dholavira, which makes an overnight extension practical for the first time. Contact us to add it to your itinerary.
Book early, because this is not a place you walk into
Every season the same story repeats. Families plan a December trip in November and find the good tents gone. Full moon nights, the Christmas and New Year week and most weekends sell out first. If your dates are fixed, book now. If they are flexible, a weekday around a full moon gets you the best of the Rann at gentler prices.
Bookings for Rann Utsav 2026-27 are open now, and an early bird discount is currently live on all packages.
As an authorised booking partner for Rann Utsav Tent City, we (Aasaan Holidays) handle your complete booking: tent, package, transfers and permit guidance, with a real human on the phone 24×7 in English, Hindi or Gujarati. Have a look at real photos from past seasons in our gallery.
Ready to see the White Rann? Call or WhatsApp +91 75672 24488 / +91 84692 27226, or book online.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Rann Utsav 2026-27 start and end?
Rann Utsav 2026-27 runs from 1 November 2026 to 7 March 2027 at the Tent City in Dhordo, Kutch, Gujarat. The festival lasts a little over four months, with full moon nights, Diwali week and the Christmas to New Year stretch as the peak windows.
What are the full moon dates at Rann Utsav 2026-27?
Full moon nights this season fall around 24 November 2026, 24 December 2026, 22 January 2027 and 20 February 2027. These are the most popular nights of the festival and they typically sell out three to six weeks in advance, so book them first.
How much does a Rann Utsav package cost?
Packages start from Rs 6,300 per person for a one night stay in a Non-AC tent, including all meals, cultural programs, sightseeing and Bhuj transfers. AC categories start from Rs 8,300 (Deluxe), Rs 9,300 (Premium) and Rs 10,300 (Super Premium). Prices vary by date and availability.
How do I reach the Rann Utsav Tent City?
Reach Bhuj first. It has direct flights from Mumbai and direct trains from Mumbai, Ahmedabad and Delhi. The Tent City at Dhordo is about 80 km from Bhuj, roughly a two hour drive. Packages booked with us include AC coach transfers from Bhuj and back.
What is included in a Rann Utsav Tent City package?
Packages include your tent stay, all meals (breakfast, lunch, evening tea and dinner), evening cultural performances, guided sightseeing of the White Rann and nearby attractions, and Bhuj to Bhuj AC coach transfers. Activities like camel carts, ATV rides and paramotoring are available at the Tent City.
Is the White Rann entry permit included in the booking?
No. The White Rann entry permit is issued separately on the Gujarat government online portal and is not part of any tent booking. It costs a small fee per person. We guide every guest through the permit process at the time of booking.
What is the best time to visit Rann Utsav?
December to February is the sweet spot, when the desert is at its whitest and the weather at its best. Full moon nights are the highlight of any visit. November offers the same experience with thinner crowds and easier availability, which makes it ideal for a quieter trip.
What should I pack for Rann Utsav?
Pack warm layers, because desert nights drop below 10 degrees Celsius in December and January even though days are pleasant. Bring a warm jacket, cap, comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses and sunscreen for the daytime glare off the white salt, and a power bank for photography.
