Gir

The GIR Forest, also known as the Gir National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary, is a protected area located in the state of Gujarat, India. It is one of the most important wildlife sanctuaries in India, known for being the last refuge of the Asiatic lions (Panthera leo persica), a critically endangered subspecies of lions.

It is a unique and significant wildlife sanctuary, playing a crucial role in the conservation of the Asiatic lions. It attracts wildlife enthusiasts, nature lovers, and tourists from all over the world, providing them with an extraordinary opportunity to witness these incredible animals and experience the beauty of the Indian wilderness.

At JungleTrail, we are thrilled to offer our exclusive Gir Jungle Safari Packages, thoughtfully tailored for nature enthusiasts seeking tranquillity within the realms of Indian wildlife sanctuaries. With utmost care and attention to detail, our Gir National Park Tour Packages promise an unparalleled wildlife experience surrounded by breath-taking landscapes. Prepare to embark on exhilarating safari adventures that will create cherished and everlasting memories, as you immerse yourself in the serene beauty of nature’s embrace.

We recommend 2 or 3 nights package to explore the entire forest to have the best wildlife experiences. In case you wish to customise the tour, we urge you to fill the form on the page with your requirements to enable us to provide you with the optimized itinerary from our experts.

There are 3 jungle safaris in a day, one starts early morning,  mid-day and the other in late afternoon. All our Gir Jungle Safari Packages includes transfers from the nearest railway station or the airport, stay with all meals and jungle safaris as per the plan.

Let’s take you through what you can experience ……..

The Gir Forest National Park (also known as Sasan – Gir,) is a forest and wildlife sanctuary near Talala Gir in Gujarat, India. Established in 1965, with a total area of 1,412 sq. kms. It’s  the sole home of the Asiatic lions in the wilderness, and its considered to be one of the most important protected areas in Asia due to its biodiversity.

The ecosystem of Gir, with its diverse flora and fauna, is protected as a result of the efforts of the government forest department, wildlife activists and NGOs. Indiscriminate hunting by the people of Junagarh led to their decrease in lion population drastically, while they were completely wiped out from the other parts of Asia. It was the kind effort of Nawabs of Junagarh who protected the queen royalty in his own private hunting grounds. Later in due course of time Department of Forest Officials came forward to protect the world’s most threatened species.

Gir National Park in Gujarat is the only place in the world where you can spot lions roaming free in the wild. Gir includes about 38 species of mammals, around 300 species of birds, 37 species of reptiles and more than 2,000 species of insects.

Gir National Park serves as an exceptional testament to the harmonious coexistence of a diverse range of flora and fauna, offering visitors an extraordinary opportunity to witness the wonders of nature and the captivating beauty of India’s wildlife in all its splendour.

Your Itinerary

Day 1

Reach Rajkot and drive to your Resort. Post Lunch we go for our First Jungle Safaris. Dinner and Overnight at the Resort

Day 2

At Gir. We have two Jungle Safaris on this day. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.

Day 3

This is our last day and we don’t have safari on this day. Have a Lazy Morning and your Breakfast in the Resort. Check out by Noon.

Our Standard Jungle Trail packages are for 2 nights with 3 Jungle Safaris or 3 Nights with 5 Jungle Safaris.  For 3 Nights / 4 Days Package with 5 Safaris we shall have one more day and would be similar to Day 2.

We can also customize the package according to your requirements.

Gir Jungle Safaris

We have some of best Drivers and Guides to take care of your Gir Jungle Safaris. We take care of everything right from booking the forest permits, safari vehicle and expert guides and drivers to ensure the experience of life time. Safaris are for 3 hours. One Jeep Safari can accommodate maximum 6 People. There is a Forest Guide along with you for the Safari to give you the best Jungle Safari Experience.

Gir Jungle Safari Timings

The jungle safari timings at Gir National Park may vary depending on the season and the specific guidelines set by the park authorities. However, generally, the safari timings at Gir National Park are as follows:

Morning Safari: 6:00 am to 9:00 am

Morning Safari: 9:00 am to 12 noon

Afternoon Safari: 3:00pm to 6:00 pm

Gir Jungle Safari Zones

Gir Forest or Sasan Gir, does not have designated safari zones like some other wildlife reserves but have 10 different routes from singe gate. The safari tours in Gir National Park are typically conducted in the core area of the sanctuary, where the chances of spotting Asiatic lions and other wildlife are relatively higher.

Resorts at Gir National Park

All our Gir safari packages are created and designed with minute details of the theme and with the goal of rich travel experience.  Our Tie-ups with good comfortable resorts at Gir never leave room for any worry with respect to your accommodations. From Budget Resorts to Luxury Cottages and Tents, we can get you as per your requirements and budget.

Climate at Gir National Park

The temperatures in the Gir National Park vary to extremes. In winters, the temperatures go down to 6 º C, while soaring up to a scorching 46 º in the summers. The best time to experience Gir Jungle Trail is between the months of November and June.

Besides Africa, Gir National Park in Gujarat is the only place in the world where you can spot lions roaming free in the wild. Gir includes about 38 species of mammals, around 300 species of birds, 37 species of reptiles and more than 2,000 species of insects. The carnivores group mainly comprises the Asiatic lion, Indian leopard, jungle cat, striped hyena, Golden jackal, Indian gray mongoose and Ruddy mongoose, and honey badger. Desert cats and rusty-spotted cats occur but are rarely seen. The main herbivores of Gir are chital, nilgai, sambar, four-horned antelope, chinkara and wild boar. Blackbucks from the surrounding area are sometimes seen in the sanctuary. Among the smaller mammals, porcupine and hare are common, but the pangolin is rare. Sasan Gir is blessed with more than 40 species of reptiles and amphibians. Kamleshwar – a large reservoir in the sanctuary is the best spot where Marsh Crocodile can be seen in large numbers. Park has even many species of snake including King Kobra, the Russell’s viper, Saw-scaled viper and the Krait.

Gir National Park serves as an exceptional testament to the harmonious coexistence of a diverse range of flora and fauna, offering visitors an extraordinary opportunity to witness the wonders of nature and the captivating beauty of India’s wildlife in all its splendour.

At JungleTrail,  we customise your packages as per your requirements. Generally, 2 or 3 nights package would be ideal to explore the entire forest and have the best wildlife experiences. There are 2 jungle safaris in a day. One starts early morning and the other in the afternoon. All our JungleTrail packages includes transfers from the nearest railway station or the airport, stay with all meals and jungle safaris as per the plan. Kindly fill in the form on the page with your requirements and we shall get back to you with a complete Itinerary designed for you. Contact us for Gir Jungle Trail Bookings with JungleTrail.in