Must doFull-moon night on the White Rann
Walk out onto the salt flats as the moon rises and the whole desert turns silver.
WhereKhavda to Dholavira, Great Rann
LengthAbout 30 km
Best timeEarly morning or sunset, Nov to Feb
TimeAbout 1 hour with stops
EntryFree, open road
ParentsEasy, stop by the road
Check before you go: Timings, fees and access can change with the season, festivals and weather. Check the latest timings before you go; on our trips we confirm them for you.
The Road to Heaven is a road of about 30 km from Khavda to Dholavira in Kutch, running straight across the white salt flats of the Great Rann. It is free and open, and best driven in the early morning or at sunset between November and February. There is no fuel, food or shade along it.
Driving the Khavda to Dholavira road
For most of its length the road is the only thing between two horizons of white salt, with water on either side after a good monsoon. It is one of the most photographed drives in India, and the best way to reach Dholavira from the White Rann side.
Is it okay for parents?
EasyStepsNone
WalkingNone, stop by the road for photos
ToiletsNone on the road
Great for everyone. There is no fuel, food or shade on the road, so carry water.
Before you go
- Carry: water, snacks and a full tank; there is nothing on the road.
- Stop safely: pull fully off the road for photos; traffic is light but fast.
- Timing: early morning and sunset light are best; midday is harsh and hot.
Veg and Jain food
None on the road. Eat at Khavda or Dholavira.
Experiences nearby
Do more with locals
Must do
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
Khavda to Dholavira Road: your questions
How long is the Road to Heaven in Kutch?
About 30 km, from Khavda to Dholavira across the Rann.
Is there fuel or food on the Dholavira road?
No. Fill up and carry water and snacks before you start.
What is the best time to drive across the Rann?
Early morning or sunset, between November and February.
Is the Road to Heaven safe at night?
It is better in daylight; there are no lights or services along it.
Can I do the Road to Heaven and Dholavira in one day?
Yes, the road leads straight to Dholavira. A night nearby makes it relaxed.
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