Must doFull-moon night on the White Rann
Walk out onto the salt flats as the moon rises and the whole desert turns silver.
WhereNear Khavda, north Kutch
From BhujAbout 90 km
Height462 m, highest in Kutch
Best timeNovember to February, late afternoon
Time1 to 2 hours
ParentsEasy, a few steps
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Kala Dungar, also called Kalo Dungar, is the highest point in Kutch at 462 metres, about 90 km north of Bhuj. From the top you look out over the Great Rann. Go in the late afternoon between November and February, and stay for the jackal feeding at the old Dattatreya temple.
The view from the Black Hill
Kalo Dungar means Black Hill. From the edge you see the Great Rann stretching north to the horizon, white in winter and a shallow inland sea after the monsoon. An army post sits at the top, so follow any posted rules on photography.
Is it okay for parents?
EasyStepsA few steps at the top
WalkingShort
ToiletsBasic
Fine for parents. It can be windy, carry a layer.
The Dattatreya temple and its jackals
Legend says Lord Dattatreya offered his own body to feed starving jackals. For about four centuries, priests at the hilltop temple have cooked rice for the jackals that come out in the evening, and many visitors stay to watch.
Veg and Jain food
Small stalls at the top. Carry snacks.
Experiences nearby
Do more with locals
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Craft & cultureAjrakh printing with an artisan family
Print your own cloth with a family that has made Ajrakh for generations.
Craft & cultureRogan art in Nirona
Watch one of India's rarest crafts, painted with a single stick and castor-oil paint.
Food & peopleMorning with Rann herders
Walk with a pastoralist family at sunrise and share chai in their village.
Craft & cultureOld city pol walk
Carved wooden houses, hidden passages and quiet temples, with a host who grew up in the pols.
FAQ
Kalo Dungar: your questions
How high is Kalo Dungar?
About 462 metres, the highest point in Kutch.
When do the jackals come at the Dattatreya temple?
In the evening, when the priests put out cooked rice. Arrive before sunset.
Can I combine Kala Dungar with the White Rann?
Yes. It is a short drive from the Rann and works well before sunset at Dhordo.
Is the Black Hill easy for elderly visitors?
Yes. You can drive close to the top, with only a few steps to the viewpoint.
Can I take photos at Kala Dungar?
There is an army post at the top, so follow the posted rules and ask if unsure.
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