Off-road driver training academy
Sand Survivor, Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
Starts
22nd January, 2027
Ends
24th January, 2027
Adventure Type
Offroad Driver Training Academy
Price
₹40,000 (Driver – Mahindra adventure Training Vehicle)
₹50,000 (Driver + 1 Co-passenger - Mahindra adventure Training Vehicle)
About Sand Survivor, Jaisalmer
Take on the dunes of Jaisalmer with Sand Survivor, an immersive off-road training experience designed to sharpen your skills on one of the most demanding terrains.
Across three days, participants learn the essentials of sand driving from throttle control, gear selection and terrain reading to recovery techniques, all under the guidance of professional off-road instructors. With Mahindra Thar training vehicles, night driving on the dunes and hands-on learning built into the experience, Sand Survivor is where confidence meets capability.
Drive Concept:
The Sand Survivor Course will teach participants the art of driving a vehicle in sand effectively. Thars will be the trainer vehicles and participants will be taken on an overnight course to teach them the finer nuances of throttle control, gear selection, steering technique and vehicle recovery techniques. Accommodation, meals and trainer vehicles will be part of the package, all one needs to do is arrive and hit the dunes.
Arrival would be in Jaisalmer at 1 PM, course would start in the evening around 4 PM (Day 1). It will include night off-roading on the dunes. The next day (Day 2) would involve driving in the dunes and teaching recovery techniques. Participants would be free to leave on next day (Day 3) after breakfast after 8 AM.
Highlights of the DRIVE :
- Learn essential 4x4 theory and sand-driving techniques.
- Explore the capabilities of Mahindra 4x4 training vehicles on dunes.
- Understand terrain reading and dune dynamics.
- Learn momentum-based driving and controlled braking on loose surfaces.
- Practise vehicle recovery and self-recovery techniques.
- Learn responsible off-roading and respect for the terrain.
- Experience the thrill of sand off-roading with professional instructors.
- Connect with like-minded off-road enthusiasts.
Inclusions
- Accommodation for the duration of the experience
- Branded Mahindra Adventure merchandise
- Mahindra Adventure sticker set for the vehicle
- Radio communication in each vehicle for on-ground instructions during the event
- All meals included throughout the experience
- Mahindra Adventure training vehicles on a shared basis for single-driver bookings
- Accommodation will be on sharing basis for single driver bookings
Exclusions
- Flight tickets or transportation to and from the respective locations
- Airport transfers to academy location
- Anything not included in Inclusions
Rules
- No drinking and driving
- No reckless driving
- Avoid littering
- Following all rules of convoy and on-ground instructors
- Carry valid government ID proof – driving license
Day 1
01:00 PM
Reporting at the hotel & registration
03:00 PM
Briefing and convoy drive to dunes
04:00 PM
Start of off-road trail
07:00 PM
Return back to hotel
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Day 2
10:00 AM
Departure to dunes after breakfast
04:30 PM
Day driving session in dunes, closing ceremony, feedback & certification
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Day 3
08:00 AM
Breakfast
09:00 AM
Departure
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Campsite rules
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No Alcohol -
No littering -
Valid ID needed