In This Post:
About Thar Desert
Location of Tharparkar
Visiting Thar Desert
Places to vitsit in Thar Desert
Packing tips
Things you should know
Pakistan’s famous Thar Desert is located in the southeastern province of Sindh. It is believed to be the largest desert of Pakistan and the 17th largest desert in the world.
Deserts in Pakistan are often not the first choice for tourists, owing to the scorching heat and understandable lack of resources like luxury hotels. However, Thar Desert in Sindh is an exception. It is widely considered among the best places for tourism that’s home to an incredibly diverse population, unique culture, traditions, and much more.
So, keep scrolling if you want to discover more about of this tourist hotspot in Sindh.
More About About Thar Desert in Sindh
Tharparkar is one of the most important districts of Sindh like Thatta, Badin, Larkana, etc. The word Tharparkar means “crossing over sand.” It comprises two words: “thar,” which comes from “thul,” which means sand ridges and “parkar” means “crossing over.” Spreading over 4,894,663 acres, the region has a diverse population in terms of culture, religion, and ethnicity.
Mithi is the capital of this district and it is situated across Mithi Bypass and Islamkot Road. It’s home to ‘Gaddi bhit’, the highest sand dune in the city.
Thar Desert stretches to the east of Pakistan, over 50,000 sq-kms, and connects the borders of India and Pakistan.
Please remember Thar Desert Paksitan is an under-developed area of Sindh so there aren’t any major fast-food joints or fine-dining restaurants providing meals. There are a limited number of hotels and guest houses operating in the area.
Where is Thar Desert Located in Sindh?
Thar Desert is located in Tharparkar, Umerkot and Mirpurkhas districts. From the city centre of Karachi, it takes about six to eight hours’ drive to enter the district of Tharparkar.
Tharparkar is also close to Makli, Badin, and Kalo City. So, if you’re on your way to explore the desert, why not drop by some of these cities and explore their beauty as well. Since the roads leading to this tourist site in Sindh are paved to some extent, you’ll not have a lot of trouble in covering the distance.
How to Get to Thar Desert Pakistan?
The best way to get to Thar Desert in Sindh is by car or a four-wheel drive (4×4 jeep). Make sure to take someone who understands the local language. It would be a plus if the person has already been there and explored the place. We would recommend tagging along a local resident, someone who is well-acquainted with the region and willing to help you explore the hidden beauty of the land.
While some travellers prefer taking their own vehicle, you can travel on a budget and make use of public buses that shuttle to and from nearby cities. In addition, locals mostly cover distances on camel carts inside the boundaries of the desert.
If you are planning to visit alone, we have already shared the location and the route for your convenience and easy navigation. Further, several tour agencies in Karachi also offer guided tours to Tharparkar Sindh with accommodation and basic essentials.
Places to Visit in Thar Desert Pakistan
Tharparkar is a tourist region with culturally rich towns, heritage sites, and historical spots. If you are planning a trip to Tharparkar, here are a few places that you must add to your travel itinerary:
Mithi
Mithi is considered as headquarter of this district. Here are the places that you must explore in this region:
- Gandhi Bhit
- Temple
- Pabuhar Tarai
- Café Thar
Chelhar
- Ranasar Tarai
- Temples
- Raichand Rathore Library
Islamkot
- Thar Museum
- Temple Nenuram
- Thar Coal Mines
Nagarparkar
- Ghurho Tarai
- Gori Temple
- Marvi Jo Koh
- Bhodesar
- Karoonjhar Hills
- Kasibo
- Chooriyo
- Rann of Kach
- Dams
- Tarvat ko Thalho
- Sardaro
- Anchelasar
Packing for Thar Desert Pakistan
Beautiful views of sand dunes, wildlife, and a sky full of stars — Thar Desert has it all! Make sure that you have these things packed for your trip:
- Backpack for keeping your belongings
- Comfortable clothing for trekking
- Comfortable joggers
- Face mask
- Gloves
- Hat or headscarf
- Muffler
- Protective gear such as sunblock and sunglasses
- Thermals and fleece (for winters)
- Toiletries including hand wash, soap, sanitisers, wipes, shampoo, toothbrush, and toothpaste
- Water bottles
- Waterproof jacket
- Woollen socks
- Prescribed medication
Note: If you have dust allergies, make sure to take your prescribed medication with you.
What You Should Know Before Visiting Thar Desert?
As mentioned earlier, Thar Desert doesn’t have luxury facilities for guests and visitors as compared to other tourist destinations in Sindh. Don’t get intimidated by the wilderness; it’s nature at its best.
Moreover, there are a few lodgings services in this region, so it is best to book in advance. Post-monsoon season, we would recommend you to bring personal camping equipment and sleeping bags to avoid any inconvenience.
While the remoteness of Thar Desert is one of its unique qualities, it may bring some discomfort to you if you’re not used to pin-drop silence at night. Here are a few more things that you should before visiting Thar Desert:
- Prepare yourself for extreme walks, some hiking, and trekking as well.
- Take first aid-kits and painkillers.
- Don’t forget to take your prescribed medicines.
- Always keep your camera ready especially during sunset and sunrise.
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