The camel is a passive, humped resident of desert villages that stands out not only because of its appearance, but also thanks to its unique functionality that no other mob in the game offers. It’s not just a means of transportation -it’s a vehicle made for two players!
They don’t spawn naturally in the wild. You can only find them in desert villages, where they usually stand calmly next to houses, near fountains, just chilling in the sun.
They are slower than horses, but more stable. Camels can perform long, horizontal dashes and, most importantly, melee mobs can’t reach you while you’re riding one – making them a safe and practical option for exploring the world together.
How to tame a Camel in Minecraft
Unlike horses or donkeys, camels don’t require traditional taming. You don’t need to mount them multiple times or feed them carrots. They are naturally passive and ready to ride right away.
As soon as you find one, you can simply walk up to it and right-click. It won’t throw you off or resist – you just sit on it like a ready-to-go vehicle!
Camel Breeding
These passive mobs can be bred, so if you want to see a baby, you’ll need to follow a few simple steps:
- Find two adult mobs– This shouldn’t be too difficult, as they can be found wandering around desert villages.
- Feed them cactus – Right-click on each mob while holding a cactus. After a moment, they’ll enter love mode, and a baby will be born.
How to put a chest on a Camel in Minecraft
Unfortunately, you can’t do that. Even though this desert mob is large, calm, and perfect for traveling, it seems like it should be able to carry a chest – but it simply can’t. If you really want to use a chest with your mount, you’ll need to choose one of the following animals instead: donkey, mule, or llama. So if portable storage is what you’re after, go with them!
How to ride a Camel in Minecraft
Riding a camel is one of its main features and advantages, but to fully use it, you need to know a few basic facts. You can mount it without any items – just walk up to it and right-click. However, just sitting on it is not the same as riding. Without a saddle, you can’t control its movement – you’re simply sitting while it moves on its own.
To gain full control, take a saddle in your hand and right-click the camel to equip it. From now on, you’ll be able to control your mount normally – just like with a horse – move, jump, and perform a dash (to do that, hold the spacebar, and a bar will show you how powerful the jump will be).
