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Under the guidance of our expert guides you will have surely a life time experience or everyone looking to fulfill their wildlife fantasies across one of most renowned wildlife sanctuary of India, we offer Gir Wild Life Tour Package.

Gir National Park : The Majestic Home Of The Royal King :

Besides Africa, Gir National Park in Gujarat is the only place in the world where you can spot lions roaming free in the wild. The real discovery channel of India is situated approximately 65 Kms South East of Junagarh District. The Government notified the large geographical extent of Sasan Gir as wildlife sanctuary on 18th September, 1965 in order to conserve the Asiatic Lion. It covers total area of 1412 square kilometers of which 258 Km forms the core area of the National Park. Indiscriminate hunting by the people of Junagarh led to their decrease in 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. From a population of approximately 20 lions in 1913, they have risen to a comfortable 523 according to 2015 census. There are 106 male, 201 female and 213 sub-adult lions in the wilderness of these four districts.

Subtle Glimpses Of Major Attractions At Sasan Gir :

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The entire forest area of the Gir National Park is dry and deciduous which provides best habitat for Asiatic Lions. As per the new statics of 2015, the entire Saurashtra Region is inhabited by 523 Lions and more than 300 Leopards. Apart from these two animals the park is a home to two different species of Deer. The Sambar is counted largest Indian Deer. The Gir forest is also known for the Chowsingha – the world’s only four horned antelope. The Jackal, striped Hyena and India Fox are some of the smaller carnivores found in Gir Forest.

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The exotic flora of Gir National Park gives shelter to more than 425 species of birds and moreover the sanctuary has been declared an important bird area by the Indian Bird Conservation Network. Gir is also habitat of raptors like critically endangered white-backed and long-billed vulture, the Egyptian Vulture, the vulnerable Greater spotted Eagle and the endangered Palla’s Fish Eagle. The crested Serpent Eagle, the Changeable Hawk Eagle and other Birds of prey breed in the forests of Gir. Birds usually can be spotted while driving around Gir are the Asian Paradise Flycatcher, the Red-breasted Flycatcher, the Fantail etc.

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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. The star tortoise and freshwater turtles could also be seen in the sanctuary. It also has a large population of marsh crocodiles and other reptiles which include star tortoise, soft-shelled turtle, monitor lizards and the Indian rock pythons. The crocodile hatchery at Sasan Gir National Park is also an interesting place to see.

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Bakula Region

One of the ancient forts in India, the Ranthambore Fort is declared as the UNESCO world heritage site due to its historical significance. The fort is located inside the Ranthambore National Park, at the distance of 13 km from the Sawai Madhopur railway station. This heritage fort is said to be built in 944 AD and has witnessed the long history of Rajasthan. The epitome of valor and pride of the Rajput rulers of the various Kingdoms, the Ranthambore Fort was the strategic fort and thus captured by various rulers. At the time of the Independence of India and the abolition of the imperial era, the fort was under the Maharaja of Jaipur and the Ranthambore.

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Gir Interpretation Zone, Devaliya

Devaliya Safari Park is enclosed area of the Sanctuary that offers a good opportunity for visitors to experience a rustic beauty and wilderness of the area. The safari tour is conducted in a mini bus that takes visitors to another cross section of the Gir. Travellers can watch here a good variety of wildlife in just 20 to 30 minutes tour including Asiatic Lion. In order to reduce human interference in the main area of Gir National Park, and facilitate tourists to better understand the importance of Gir and its varied wildlife, an interpretation zone has been developed at Devalia.

Top Things to do in Gir

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Gir Jungle Trail Safari

Fascination is full-on in terms of keeping your wilderness alive. Gir Jungle Trail Safari is the right choice for pampering your soul with its wilderness.

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Devalia Safari Park

Come across a green lavish feel where unlimited impeccability for the visitors out here defines wilderness in reality. Get along with Asiatic lions as the place has a lot to offer.

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Kankai Safari Gir

Gir Kankai Temple Safari is most convenient for all the tourists out here. Make your trip class apart from common and opt for the Kankai Safari.

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Birds Watching

A birding sensation in the natural setting is a thrilling experience that is nothing less than divine. Greet with gracious birds species to nurture.

Hotels & Resort in Gir National Park

Good standard hotels and resorts in the surrounding area of any wildlife sanctuary play an important role in the promotion of tourism in the state. In the last couple of years many new hotels and reosrts have been established for this specific purpose. The Gir hotels are amazing in some way, whether it is architectural design or natural setting. These beautiful properties are all equipped with modern luxury and amenities that is much-needed during tourist’s vacation. However, our extensive web portal enriched with variety of good resorts provides a number of these Budget hotels in Gir. We ensure obstacle free booking procedure to Gir Hotels. So once come and get lost in the serene ambiance of the Gir Forest.

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Woods At Sasan Resort

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The Gateway Hotel

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Geographical details about gir national park.

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  • 1. Total Forest Area - 1412 sq. km
  • 2. Core Area - 258 sq. km
  • 3. Establishment Year - 1965
  • 4. Type of Forest - Dry deciduous forest
  • 5. River – Shingada, Godavari, Datardi, Raval, Shetrunji, Hiran, Machhundri
  • 6. Hills – Gir Range – Girnar Hills
  • 7. Temperature - highest of 39 degree Celsius in summer, and lowest of 28 degree Celsius in winter
  • 8. Annual Rain Fall - 824 mm

Road Distance from Gir to following Cities

  • 1. Distance from Ahmedabad - 410 km
  • 2. Distance from Rajkot - 160 km
  • 3. Distance from Junagadh - 55 km
  • 4. Distance from Veraval - 45 km
  • 5. Distance from Somnath - 50 km
  • 6. Distance from Keshod - 45 km
  • 7. Distance from Diu - 110 km
  • 8. Distance from Porbandar – 190 km
  • 9. Distance from Surat – 537 Km
  • 10. Distance from Statue of Unity: 468 km
  • 11. Nearest Airport 01- Rajkot Airport
  • 12. Nearest Airport 02 – Keshod Airport
  • 13. Nearest Airport 03 – Porbandar Airport

How To Reach Gir National Park Gir

National Park attracts large number of tourists to witness the Asiatic lion, as this is the sole place all across the world where these creatures are presently found. Once extinct, numbers have been recovered owing to the conservation efforts. The Sanctuary is open for tourism from 16th October to 15th June every year.

Junagadh is perhaps the best approach to the park. The railway station in Junagadh receives trains from different cities like Ahmedabad and Rajkot and other major cities. Then, from here it takes approximately one and half hour to reach Sasan Gir National Park.

From Rajkot-On reaching Rajkot Railway Station or Airport you can take a cab or bus and to reach a Limda chowk. There are a number of privately operated that go to Junagadh at frequent intervals. Junagadh is nearly 105 Kms from the city Rajkot and it takes nearly 2 and a half to 3 hours to cover the distance.From this point you have two options. First one is either you take a bus from gate number 11or 12 to Sasan Gir or travel by taxi that is accessible bang opposite the taxi stand. The taxi will take nearly one and half an hour and will charge reasonably and will drop you to Sasan Gir.

From Somnath to Gir National Park : Road Distance or the driving distance from the Gir National Park to Somnath is approximately 50 Kms and it takes nearly 1 hour to cover this distance. GSRTC buses and quite a few private buses ply between both the cities and take you directly to Sasan Gir Forest.

Nearby places or cities

It is interesting to know that very few places in Gujarat have the diversity that Junagadh offers. Situated at the foothills of the Girnar range, Junagadh got its name because of Uparkot, a fort built by ChandraGupta Maurya during the 320 BC. “Old Fort” as the word Junagadh means, the fort is the main centre of the city.

Tourist Places In and Around Junagadh

Navghan Kuvo and Adi-kadi Vav are a pair of ancient step wells that were not built, but cut out of solid rock, delved 170 feet into the heart of solid rock to find water at the bottom. The Gir National Park famous for the last Asiatic Lions is the most popular reserve forest of the entire Gujarat.

History of Junagarh

Junagadh is quite ancient, as it existed during the reigns of Chandra Gupta Maurya and King Ashoka. Inscriptions dating back to the era of the Saka ruler - Mahakshatrap Rudradaman I - can also be found. During Mohammad Bahadur Khanji I, the present city of Junagadh was founded.

Girnar is one of the most important and holy pilgrimage centres of both Hindus and Jains. Girnar is a range of mountains usually known as the Girnar Hills. Girnar has been mentioned in the Vedas and also in the scriptures from the Indus Valley Civilization proving that it has always been respected as a sacred place.

The Hindu and Jain Temples

There are five peaks in the Girnar range that have a collection of many Hindu and Jain Temples. Pilgrims need to climb thousands and thousands of steps in order to reach these temples. Amongst the Jain Temples are the Tirthankara Neminath temple, Mallinath Temple, Rishabhdev Temple and the Parshwanath Temple. The Hindu temples are the Bhavnath Mahadev Temple, the Dattatreya Temple, the Amba Mata Temple, the Kalika Temple, the Ramchandra Temple, the Jatashankar Mahadev Temple, and the Gaumukhi Ganga Temple and there is also a stream called the Hanuman Dhara on the Western side of the Girnar hills.

In 1540 A.D. Jam Raval founded the city of Jamnagar as the capital of the Princely State of Nawanagar. The city was established around the Ranmal Lake and at the confluence of the rivers Rangmati and Nagmati. The city was later refurbished by Maharaja Kumar Shri Ranjitsinhji in the 1920s and later came to be known as Jamnagar or “the city of Jams”. The word 'Jam' means 'king' and this area was ruled by the Jadeja Rajput rulers, who were thought to be the descendants of Krishna’s Yadava clan. Lord Krishna had relocated the Yadavas from Mathura to establish his kingdom in Dwarka which falls under the Jamnagar district.

The Foundation stone of Jamnagar

Jam Lakaji, father of Jam Rawal was awarded twelve villages by Bahadur Shah. Later, Jam Rawal moved to Kathiawar and founded the city of Nawanagar (the new town). Under the rule of Jam Vibhaji in 1852, the city progressed due to the establishment of schools, hospitals, and the railway line to Rajkot.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. why should i visit gir national park.

We all know, Gir is the only natural habitat of world popular Asiatic Lions. Where our tailor made Gir Wild Life Tour Package gives you an unparalleled opportunity to watch those rare Asiatic Lions coupled with thousands of other elusive wild animals and hard-to-find birds like uncommon Asiatic wild ass, hyenas, Gir foxes, pygmy woodpecker, brown fish owl and black buck etc.

Q. What is the best time to visit Gir National Park?

The protected area of Gir National Park is closed from 16th June to 15th October every year. It is the period when the southwest monsoon arrives. Literally, December to March is the climatically the best season to visit the park. Though, April and May are very hot but considered the best months for wildlife viewing and photography.

Q. What are the chances of sighting lion in Gir National Park?

In August 2017, surveyors counted 650 wild lions. In June 2020, an estimation exercise counted 674 Asiatic lions in the Gir forest region, an increase of 29% over the 2015 census figure.

Q. What are the other wild animals can be spotted in Gir?

Though the Gir forest is best known for the Asiatic lion, there are so many other animals and birds here. In addition to lions, we also spotted jackals, crocodiles, eagles, owls and many others. Most tourists ask their safaris jeeps to race around the park in search of lions, but it is best to go slow and enjoy the forest. Also, you need to be patient and do multiple trips into the sanctuary.

Q. Which is the nearest airport to Gir National Park?

Keshod Airport is the nearest airport from Gir National Park, located at a distance of 38 km from the park. Gir National Park is very well-connected by bus to the nearby cities, railway stations and airports. Junagarh is the easiest point for connecting to the national park.

Q. Which is the nearest railway station to Gir National Park?

Junagadh and Veraval railway stations are the nearest railway station from the Gir national park, located at around the same distance from the park. Both the railway stations are on the main railway line of the state and connected to all the major locations of the country by direct trains.

Q. Is Gir National Park is worth visiting?

This a huge forest, but few few lions (about 411). Other than lions there are other animals as well - deer, peacock etc. There are 3 Safaris - 6am, 9am and 3pm.

Q. How can I reach Gir forest in Gujarat?

Rajkot Airport is the closest airport to Gir Forest National Park, located about 167.2 km away. The second closest airport is at Bhavnagar, around 193.4 km away. One can fly to either of the airports and avail a cab, bus or a private vehicle for the further journey. Ahmedabad is approximately 6 hours away.

Q. Which is better Gir jungle trail or Devalia safari?

If you Dont have time and want to see Lions for sure, then you should visit Devalia. In case you are spending two days there, then definitely visit Gir Forest to be able to enjoy the forest. Next day you can visit Devalia if you miss lion in the forest.

Q. Is private car allowed in Gir National Park?

Some private vehicles that run in petrol are allowed inside the Gir National Park. But you must take a driver and a guide.

Q. How many days are enough for Gir National Park?

If you want to explore Gir National Park at least three days are needed to explore Gir National Park. Your Safari will be done in a day but if you want to explore the sights in comfort, three days will be needed.

Q. Which is better Somnath and Dwarka?

Dwarka is over hyped and Somnath is much better place as temple is very well maintained and landscaping and gardening is to another level. Somnath has to be evening visit around 5 PM you should be done with darshan to enjoy beach view garden from temple premise only.

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Lion Safari at Gir Forest – Sasan Gir National Park

The previous night was quite cold and the morning was cold too. The previous days were hectic but thankfully, we did not have a lot of traveling around to do on this day. This day’s plan was a bit light – only an afternoon Lion safari at Gir forest. So we started our day in a leisurely fashion.

This article is in continuation with a previous one and a part of my Gujarat road trip log. To previous about our journey so far from Mumbai, please click on the links below.

The journey so Far: 

  • Mumbai to Champaner by Road
  • Shaher ki Masjid & Jami Masjid – Champaner
  • Pavagadh Hills & Kalika Mata Temple
  • Rani ki Vav & Sahastralinga Talav
  • Modhera Sun Temple
  • Khambhalida Caves

Our safari was pre-booked. While planning the trip, I read that the authorities used to allow self-drive in the Gir forest. However, when I checked with the Club Mahindra people about this, they clearly said that safaris have to be undertaken by a government-registered vehicle and guide.

Further, they also advised us to book the safari online. The reason was that there was a cap on the number of safari vehicles that can enter in any particular safari timing and given that it was holiday time, a huge rush was expected and spot booking might not be available. Their apprehension was correct. We did the right thing by booking the safari online well in advance.

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Gir Forest Safari Timings

In Gir forest, two safaris used to take place in the morning and one safari in the afternoon. The morning safaris’ timings were 6.45 am and 8.30 am. The afternoon safari’s timing was 3 pm.

In the summer months, the first safari of the morning starts at 6.00 am instead of 6.45 am and the afternoon safari starts at 4 pm instead of 3 pm. The duration of each safari was supposed to be 3 hours.

Gir Forest Safari Price

The permit charge per safari is Rs. 1000 (up to 6 people). One gypsy used to be allocated per permit. The fees for the driver and the guide were not included in the permit charge. Those were supposed to be paid on the spot in cash.

Though the timing of our safari was 3 pm, we started at noon. The idea was to go to Sasan Gir first to figure out what were the formalities for safari and then to have lunch outside. So, we kept some buffer time. It was a sunny and windy day.

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Starting from the resort, we first drove for 4 km on the Haripur-Bhalchhel road to come back to the Junagadh-Mendarda-Sasan Gir where we left it yesterday.

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There we took a right turn towards Sasan Gir. After driving around 5 kilometers, we reached Sasan Gir and stopped our vehicle in front of Sinh Sadan.

There some volunteers, who were managing traffic, approached us and asked whether we had the online permit. After getting an affirmative answer, they told us that we would be required to go inside Sinh Sadan but the registration process used to start at 2 pm, one hour before the scheduled commencement time of the safari.

So, we had enough time in our hands to have our lunch. We had noticed a market and few restaurants on both sides of the road, just before the Sinh Sadan. But based on the rating on Trip Advisor, we had already decided to go to a restaurant named ‘Swadesh Restaurant’ which was another 6-7 km drive from Sasan Gir.

While going to ‘Swadesh Restaurant’, after 1-1.5 km from Sinh Sadan, we saw an entry gate for the jungle and few vehicles standing there. We guessed that this gate was the entry point for the safari but were wondering what the private vehicles were doing there given that no self-drive safari was allowed.

However, we decided to keep that thought aside for the time being and direct our attention towards locating the ‘Swadesh Restaurant’.

We did not find it difficult to locate ‘Swadesh Restaurant’ but then realized that it was not a stand-alone restaurant. It was also a part of a resort and outside guests were not allowed because of Covid-19 related restrictions.

So, we came back to Sasan Gir and asked the same set of locals with whom we interacted earlier about a decent place of eating. They told us to go to Rajwadi Dining Hall which was a few hundred meters from Sinh Sadan, on the main road itself.

Rajwadi Dining Hall

Accordingly, we went there and parked our car. We noticed a non-vegetarian restaurant just beside that Rajwadi Dining Hall and got tempted for few moments to enter there. But then, we decided to go to Rajwadi Dining Hall only. The reason was that since non-vegetarian food was not in great circulation in that area, it might be stale.

Rajwadi Dining Hall was a medium-sized restaurant with a 30-40 seating capacity, I guess. It was neat and clean. When we entered there, it was almost empty. All of a sudden, it got filled up. We ordered for ‘Kathiyawadi Thali’.

First, they brought six types of pickles/chatni. That was followed by four varieties of dal/sabzi. Chawl, Roti, Papad, and Chas came along with the same. The quantity was unlimited. The taste was spicy. I and my daughter enjoyed the food. That was exactly not the case with my wife. The rate per thali was Rs. 180/-.

We came back to Sinh Sadan around 2 pm. There was no parking place available inside Sinh Sadan. So we parked our car at the side of an internal road. By that time, a queue had been already formed inside Sinh Sadan in front of the designated center.

We also stood in the line. Some people in the queue did not have confirmed permits. They were told to wait. If someone having a confirmed permit did not turn up then only they would be allocated a vehicle.

Our time came in due course. We were handed over to a guide. He took us to another counter. There we paid Rs. 2100/- in cash – Rs. 1500/- for the vehicle and Rs. 600/- for the guide. The guide then told us to come back to the same place at 3 pm. We had good 30 minutes to kill.

Kankai Mata Temple

So we came out and drove our vehicle towards the jungle entry gate which we notice earlier while going to the Swadesh restaurant. There were some guards. We asked them whether a self-drive jungle safari was allowed. Their answer was ‘no’.

Then we enquired them about the few private vehicles which we saw a couple of hours back in front of the gate. The guards informed them that those vehicles were going to the Kankai Mata temple.

Through conversation what transpired was that inside the jungle, there was a temple of Kankai Mata. The distance of the temple from that entry gate was around 25 kilometers.

Though nobody is allowed to take his/her vehicle for the jungle safari and were required to mandatorily use the vehicle and guard provided by the forest department, people are allowed to go to the Kankai Mata temple on their own.

Gir Forest Camping

So, the apparent intrigue became clear. Then we came back to Sinh Sadan again and parked the vehicle at the same place where it was parked earlier. Then we noticed another big entry gate just beside the Sinh Sadan.

We enquired with the locals about that. They told that it was the entry gate for the camping ground. My family was never interested in camping not only at Gir but also anywhere. So, I did not enquire further about this and entered Sinh Sadan for the second time for the day.

camping ground

Our safari started at sharp 3 pm. Our driver was Vijay and the guide was Jignesh. The vehicle was a Maruti Gypsy. The driver and the guide sat in the first row. My wife and daughter sat on the second row. I became the backbencher.

Lion Safari at Gir Forest

We came out from the Sinh Sadan and entered the jungle from the same gate after completing some registration formality which was done by Jignesh.

Immediately after crossing the gate, we took a sharp right turn. That was route no. 8 which was allocated to us. A bumpy and dusty ride started through ‘not so thick’ vegetation.

Lion Safari at Gir Forest

About Gir Forest National Park

Gir National Park is the only dwelling place of an endangered Asiatic lion other than Africa. It was established on 18th September 1965 and is spread on 1413 square Kilometres of land. Its altitude varies from 150 to 530 meters above mean sea level.

The average daytime temperature in summer is 45 degrees centigrade. Winters are moderately cool and pleasant. The average rainfall is 100 mm in the western part of Gir and 650 mm in the eastern region of Gir. The park remains closed from 15th June to mid-October every year.

The main attraction of Gir National Park is Asiatic Lion. As per the 2011 census, there are 411 lions there – 97 male, 162 female, and 152 cubs. Besides, it is also home to thousands of aerial and terrestrial animals.

Over 606 varieties of plants, 36 species of mammals, over 2000 genus of Insects, and approximately 300 sorts of birds dwell in Gir forest.

After a 30-35 minutes’ drive, we spotted the first wildlife of the safari – several chitals.

Chital

The vernacular name ‘chital’ comes from cītal, derived from the Sanskrit word citrala, meaning ‘variegated’ or ‘spotted’. The name of the cheetah has a similar origin. Variations of ‘chital’ include ‘cheetal’ and ‘cheetul’.

Other common names for the chital are Indian spotted deer (or simply the spotted deer) and axis deer.

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The chital is a moderately sized deer. Males reach nearly 90 cm (35 in) and females 70 cm (28 in) at the shoulder; the head-and-body length is around 1.7 m (5.6 ft).

While immature males weigh 30–75 kg (66–165 lb), the lighter females weigh 25–45 kg (55–99 lb). Mature males can weigh up to 98 to 110 kg (216 to 243 lb). The tail, 20 cm (7.9 in) long, is marked by a dark stripe that stretches along its length.

The upper parts are golden to rufous, completely covered in white spots. The abdomen, rump, throat, insides of legs, ears, and tail are all white. A conspicuous black stripe runs along the spine (backbone).

After ten minutes, we spotted a couple of sambars.

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The sambar (Rusa unicolor) is a large deer native to the Indian subcontinent, South China, and Southeast Asia. The appearance and the size of the sambar vary widely across its range.

In general, they attain a height of 102 to 160 cm (40 to 63 in) at the shoulder and may weigh as much as 546 kg (1,204 lb), though more typically 100 to 350 kg (220 to 770 lb). Head and body length varies from 1.62 to 2.7 m (5.3 to 8.9 ft), with a 22 to 35 cm (8.7 to 13.8 in) tail.

The large, rugged antlers are typically rusine, the brow tines being simple and the beams forked at the tip, so they have only three tines. The antlers are typically up to 110 cm (43 in) long in fully adult individuals. As with most deer, only the males have antlers.

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The shaggy coat can be from yellowish-brown to dark grey in color, and while it is usually uniform in color, some subspecies have chestnut marks on the rump and underparts.

Sambar also has a small but dense mane, which tends to be more prominent in males. The tail is relatively long for deer and is generally black above with a whitish underside.

Hiran River

Our drive through the rugged terrain filled with mixed deciduous trees continued in search of the star attraction. In course of doing that, we crossed narrow and shallow water streams few times. Those water streams were part of the Hiran river system.

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Hiran River’s source is near the Sasa hills in Gir forest. Its drainage basin has a maximum length of 40 km (25 mi). The total catchment area of the basin is 518 km (322 mi).

Its major tributaries are the Saraswati River and Ambakhoi stream, and many other unknown branches make this river almost complete near Talala town. It supports a variety of wildlife ecological systems and human settlements.

Kamleshwar Dam, often known as Hiran-1 and Umrethi Dam, are some of the major projects on the river. As Hiran flows from the western part of Gir forest, it is a major source of water for the forest’s ecology and biodiversity for the whole year.

Kamleshwar Dam

We reached Kamleshwar dam around 4.15 pm.

Kamleshwar Dam

The Kamleshwar Dam, officially known as the “Hiran-I Dam”, is a rock-fill embankment dam. Measuring 764 ha (7,640,000 m2), the dam was completed in 1959 for irrigation purposes. The reservoir created by the dam is known for its populations of birds and mugger crocodiles.

The Kamleshwar Dam was the mid-way stoppage for the Gir Safari. There were toilets for the tourist, There was a watchtower too. While most of the tourists thronged there, we were busy with some family photography.

After spending around 25 minutes there, we started our return journey. We crossed few water streams again, saw some more deer but the Asiatic Lion continued to remain evasive. After 30-35 minutes of return drive, we finally hit the jackpot.

A lion was having its lunch a few hundred meters away from the driving trail. So, there was a huge queue on that part of the driving trail. Each vehicle was passing slowly so the tourist can take few clicks. The lion was completely oblivious about the presence of so many tourist vehicles and was relishing its hunt.

Lion Safari at Gir Forest

Our safari came to the end around 5.45 pm. After giving some tips to the guide as well as the driver, we took our vehicle and came back to Rajwadi Dining Hall.

The idea was to pick up something for dinner. But its evening opening time was 7 pm. That meant, we were required to wait for almost an hour. We were in no mood to do that so immediately started for Club Mahindra, Sasan Gir.

  • Journey Ahead: Sasan Gir to Somnath Temple

By the time we reached Club Mahindra, Sasan Gir, the day was more or less over.

I hope the travelogue, pictures, and information on Lion Safar at Gir forest were of help. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask in the comments section below or at our Community Forum , and I will be happy to answer.

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By profession an engineer and a finance person, Santanu was born and brought up in Kolkata. However, since 2000 Santanu has been staying in Mumbai. Long-drive is Santanu's passion. His travel philosophy is 'Journey is the destination'. Beaty of nature and historical places attract Santanu most. Besides traveling, Santanu's other hobbies are reading, listening to music, photography, cooking, and watching football. Santanu is an avid fan of Kolkata football giant Mohun Bagan

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Nandanvan Jungle Safari

The Jungle Safari, located at sector-39, Naya Raipur. Naya Raipur is about 35km from Raipur Railway Station and 15km from the Swami Vivekanand Airport, Raipur. The entire 800 Acre area of the Nandanvan Jungle Safari is lush green, with beautiful landscapes. Several indigenous plant species also add up to the vegetation, creating a natural habitat for the animals. It has 130 Acre of water body named ‘Khandwa Reservoir’ which attracts many migratory bird species. Four safaris namely, herbivore, Bear, tiger & Lion Safari has been established. Another 32 species of animal will be exhibited in the upcoming zoo.

In safari area, four safaris have been created so far;

Herbivore Safari – Area 30 ha.

Bear Safari – Area 20 ha.

Tiger Safari – Area 20 ha.

Lion Safari – Area 20 ha.

The whole area of safari is covered by chain link fence of the height of 5 m. and 1.5 m. and inverted at the top at 60 degree. The area is having adequate vegetation, shelter and water bodies. Green belt has been created all along safari and service road and 55000 saplings were planted inside the safari for habitat improvement.

There will be drive through enclosure in which entry and exit will be through a system of double gates and the visitor vehicle will move on the designated road inside the safari at low speed.

These 4 safaris namely Tiger Safari, Herbivore Safari, Lion Safari and Bear Safari are ready in all respects for visitors. At present 4 tigers are kept in Tiger Safari, 106 Herbivore are kept in Herbivore Safari which includes Chital, Sambhar, Blue bull, Barking Deer and Blackbucks. Bear Safari has 4 bears at present.

Online Gate Ticket for Visit of Nandanvan Jungle Safari, Naya Raipur :-

http://junglesafari.cg.nic.in/TicketBook.html

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How to Reach:

It is around 18 km from Swami Vivekananda International Airport Raipur.

It is around 32 km from Raipur Railways station.

It is around 24 km by road.

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Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Mumbai (Timings, Entry Fee & Safari)

Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Mumbai Tourist Attraction

Sanjay Gandhi National Park Mumbai Entry Fee

  • 58 per person Adult Entry fee
  • 31 per person Child Entry fee
  • 50 per person Adult Mini Train
  • 19 per person Child Mini Train
  • 70 per person for Tiger safari for Adults
  • 28 per person for Tiger safari for Children
  • 81 per person for Combined Tiger & Lion safari for Adults
  • 32 per person for Combined Tiger & Lion safari for Children
  • 97 for 4-seater boat
  • 48 for 2-seater boat
  • 60 for Cycle rent
  • 60 per person for shuttle bus that runs from the park entrance to the caves
  • 50 for Still Camera

Sanjay Gandhi National Park Mumbai Phone

022 2886 6449, 022 2886 0362, sanjay gandhi national park mumbai timings.

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Sanjay Gandhi National Park Mumbai Address : Borivali East , Mumbai , Maharashtra , 400066 , India

When in Mumbai, a visit to the Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP) becomes imperative. The national park is also called the lungs of the city and is the only national park in the world known to be present within a city’s premises. Far from the bustle of the city, the environment inside the national park is completely peaceful and offers serenity.

Spread across a total area of 103 square kilometres, the governing body of the national park is the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and the footfall of visitors each year rounds up to a little over 2 million. The entire area of the national park forms approximately 20% of Mumbai’s geographical area.

The park is home to over 40 species of mammals, 254 species of birds, 150 species of butterflies, 78 species of reptiles and amphibians and last but not the least and most important, over a surprisingly high population of 1300 species of plants.

At the exit gate of the park, there is a souvenir shop that offers artefacts, coffee table books on SGNP Biodiversity, trekking gears and apparel, books on tribes of Maharashtra, organic consumables and forest produce.

History of Sanjay Gandhi National Park Mumbai

The history of Sanjay Gandhi National Park dates back to 4th Century BCE when ancient civilizations of Sopara and Kalyan had a 45-kilometre trade route between each other and kingdoms of these trade capitals exchanged trades with Greece and Mesopotamia.

The trade route between Sopara and Kalyan passed through Kanheri Caves which was a site of learning as well as pilgrimage for Buddhists. The caves were sculpted out of one single basalt rock by Buddhist monks between 9th and 1st Century BCE.

What was earlier known as Krishnagiri National Park during the pre- independence era (1942), was later known as Borivali National Park in 1974 and was spread across an area of 20.26 square kilometres only. This was done in 1942 under the Bombay National Park Act.

However, later on the park area was expanded twice. Once in 1976 and later again in 1981. During the expansion of 1981, the area that came under the National Park measured 82.25 Square kilometre.

The park was named as Sanjay Gandhi National Park, after the elder son of ex- Prime Minister of India, Ms. Indira Gandhi in 1996 and the park area was further expanded to 103 square kilometres simultaneously.

Location and Geography of Sanjay Gandhi National Park Mumbai

Sanjay Gandhi National Park is sandwiched between the northern suburbs of Mumbai and the city of Thane. Except for its northern part, that lies in Thane, the rest of the park area is located in Mumbai. There are two man made lakes inside the park premises, Tulsi Lake and Vihar Lake that meet the water needs of the city’s population.

Due to its green cover, the temperature inside the national park is always on the lower side as compared to that of the city and also receives sufficient rainfall during monsoon. The elevation of the area is between 30 metres and 480 metres.

Timings and Entry Fees of Sanjay Gandhi National Park Mumbai

Timings: Sanjay Gandhi National Park is closed on Mondays. On the rest of the days, it is open from 5:30 AM to 7:30 AM for morning walkers with monthly or annual passes. For day visitors, it is open from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM.

Entry Fees or Tickets: The entry fee to visit Sanjay Gandhi National Park is Rs. 58 for adults and Rs. 31 for children. There is a shuttle service that operates between Sanjay Gandhi National Park and Kanheri Caves that costs Rs. 60 per person. The Camera fee is Rs. 50.

Online Booking at Sanjay Gandhi National Park Mumbai

The tickets for activities inside the national park like Toy Train Ride, Boating and Safari can be booked only through the official website of the park.

All online tickets booked should be verified at the ticket counter.

P. S – There is a minimum requirement of participants for the toy train and the safari rides.

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Biodiversity of sanjay gandhi national park mumbai.

The biodiversity of Sanjay Gandhi National Park in Mumbai is mostly an influence of the Sahyadris. The flora and fauna belong mostly to the ones indigenous of the hill ranges of Western Ghats. The dense forest has an estimated 800 types of mauves widespread across the length and breadth of the park from Karnala to Yeoor hills to Tungareshwar to few parts of Film City.

The forest habitat being the most dominating habitat of the national park, there is an estimated 1300 species of flowering plants alone in SGNP. Karvi (flowers that bloom once every 8 years) shrub dominates most of the space and are denser in the inner parts of the forest that mostly remains out of reach from visitors and hence, is the most beautiful part during full blossom.

Bamboo is another flora that is quite widespread in the entire lower area of the national park.

The dense forest habitat includes trees belonging to mixed-deciduous type, which specifically include the Tectona, Albizzia, Terminalia, Holarrhena, Firmiana, Dalbergia, Garuga, Grewia, Adina, Ficus, Madhuca, Caraya, Butea.

WildLife at Sanjay Gandhi National Park Mumbai

Spotted deer are a common sight at the national park while one is strolling around. The major fauna of SGNP is the big cat, i.e the large leopard and are in large numbers here. Striped Hyenas can be spotted around Yeoor hills side of the national park.

Black-naped hares, porcupines, palm civet are also among the inhabitants of the national park but are seen very rarely. The four-horned Antelope is also a rare sight given their shy nature. Hanuman langur, Bonnet Macaque and Rhesus Macaque are among the monkey species.

There are 17 species of bats that inhabit the national park, out of which, the Indian flying fox is the biggest of all.

Sanjay Gandhi National Park is a treasure trove for any birder. The Gaumukh Trail gives one a great experience with regards to bird watching. There are a significant number of species of woodpeckers and kingfishers along with the Paradise flycatcher and the much elusive Trogon. The brown-headed Barbet and Parakeets can’t just keep mum and one would be delighted to hear the calls of Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher or the Malabar Whistling Thrush singing melodiously and low voices of the Spotted babbler.

Reptiles, Amphibians and Butterflies

There are a total of 170 species of butterflies out of 1500 species in all of India. Out of these the most common is the Blue Mormon, which is also the state butterfly of Maharashtra. Others include the Blue Oak Leaf, Jezebels, Yellow and White Orange Tips, Sailors, Monarchs and many more.

When it comes to reptiles, crocodiles dominate the scenes of Tulsi Lake of Sanjay Gandhi National Park. Apart from the crocodiles, snakes are second highest in numbers spread across the length and breadth of the national park. The varieties include, Pythons, Cobras, Bamboo-pit Vipers, Russell Viper and the Ceylonese Cat Snake, a very rare species recently discovered by Bombay National History Society.

Giant Wood Spiders are a common sight during monsoon with large designer webs. Silk Cotton bugs and beetles are also found in abundance here.

Tiger and Lion Safari at Sanjay Gandhi National Park Mumbai

The safari rides inside Sanjay Gandhi National Park Mumbai are 30 minutes long and done between 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM with a one-hour lunch break between 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM. There is a minimum requirement of 15 people for the safari rides to commence.

The cost of tiger safari alone is INR 70 for adults and INR 28 for kids between the age group of 5 to 12. The cost of combined tiger and lion safari is INR 81 for adults and INR 32 for children aged 5 to 12 years.

The safari tickets are non- refundable and non- transferable.

The safari can also be booked only through the official website of Sanjay Gandhi National Park and can be verified at the ticket counter.

Kanheri Caves in Sanjay Gandhi National Park Mumbai

The Kanheri Caves located inside the Sanjay Gandhi National Park in Mumbai are listed among the heritage sites and are protected by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). The caves date back to around 1st Century BCE making them over 2400 years old. The name of the Kanheri Caves is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘Krishnagiri’, meaning ‘black mountain’ due to the volcanic basalt rocks that form the base of the mountains.

The caves are a cluster of 109 caves in total. Not all caves are accessible. The caves contain Buddhist relics, carvings, paintings and inscriptions. Most of the caves represent ‘Buddhist Viharas’ that were used for living, studying and meditating. The larger caves are called Chaityas’ that were used as prayer halls that have rock cut pillars and stupas. There are caves that depict a dining hall too.

There are rock cut stairs on the mountains to make way for traveling from one cave to another.

Treks and Nature Trails at Sanjay Gandhi National Park Mumbai

Being situated at a higher altitude, the national park offers quite a few options for treks as well as nature trails. Some of the most common trails are listed here.

Kanheri Upper Trail

The most sought-after trail is the Upper Kanheri trail, especially a favorite of Sunday walkers. The trail starts from the park gate to the top of Kanheri Caves. The trail requires quite a bit of legwork however, offers beautiful views of the rich diversity of the jungle. Most of the hike is well shaded and passes through rocky edges of the mountain and also involves a short climb just before one reaches the top. The view of the entire national park is totally worth the huffing.

Gaumukh Trail or Bamboo Hut Trail

This trail is a long one however, is famous for its birding trail and ends at the highest point of the park at 1000 feet ASL. The end point of the trail is called the Gaumukh point located at the top of Kanheri Caves.

Highest Point Trail via Ashok Van

This common trail passes through the ‘Ashok Van trail’ which is a part of the thick part of the forest lined with huge Ashoka trees. While negotiating through this trail one comes across rocky hill slopes and streams. As the name of the trail suggests, the end point of the trail takes one to the highest point of Mumbai from where one gets a 360-degree view of the entire city including its 3 lakes, Vihar Lake, Tulsi Lake and Powai Lake .

Shilonda Trail

The base of the trail is located just before one reaches the foothills of Kanheri Caves and leads towards the north. The trail is around 4 kilometres long.

Malad Trail

The Malad Trail is towards the western edge of the national park where one can find a varied vegetation starting from dry-deciduous to much greener patch as one progress on the trail. The dry-deciduous vegetation mostly comprises Teak, Red Silk Cotton, Palash, Bamboo, etc. The end of the trail opens at the Malad.

Other jungle trails have also been introduced by the park officials, namely- Kashimira Trail and Nagla Block Trail, and Yeoor Trail. The Nagla Block Trail starts at Sasupada village along the Mumbai- Ahmedabad highway and ends at the Vasai Creek.

The Nature Trials through Nature Information Centre (NIC) of the park can be booked a day or two in advance. There is a fee involved that ranges between INR 75 to 300 and an additional charge for a naturalist who would accompany the visitors on the trail. The charge for hiring a naturalist ranges anywhere between INR 400 to 1000. NIC also arranges butterfly walks, birding excursions and overnight camping.

Additionally, the local conservation bodies and NGOs like the Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) and World Wide Fund for Nature - India (WWF-India) also arrange guided walks. One of the most famous nature walks organized by BNHS and WWF India is the Karvi Trail which happens once every eight years since that’s how often the Karvi flowers are in full bloom.

Activities at Sanjay Gandhi National Park Mumbai

Butterfly garden.

There are a total of 170 species of butterflies at the butterfly garden of Sanjay Gandhi National Park. The Nature Information Centre (NIC) arranges guided butterfly excursions at the national park.

One can explore the greatest number of butterflies between the months of September to January when they happen to be more vibrant. NIC provides a pocket guide to identify the butterflies.

The huge area of the park allows cycling enthusiasts to fulfil their desire to cycle through a relatively empty patch, which is otherwise impossible given Mumbai’s traffic snarls.

One can either get their own bicycles or even rent them inside the park at a mere fee of INR 60 for 2 hours. One needs to pay a deposit of INR 300 along with their ID proofs. There are a limited number of bicycles available in the park hence, it is recommended to either go early or one would need to wait till one is available.

Weekends are usually demanding days.

Boating timings are between 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM with lunch break between 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM. The tickets for boating can be booked online and verified at the ticket counter.

Charges for 2-seater boats are INR 48 and charges for 4-seater boats INR 97. Each boat ride lasts for 15 minutes.

Toy Train Ride

The Toy Train inside Sanjay Gandhi National Park Mumbai is called Vanrani. The narrow-gauge train ride tickets can also be booked online and need to be verified at the ticket counter. The timings of the train ride are between 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM with lunch break between 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM.

Each ride lasts for 20- 25 minutes. The charges are- INR 50 per journey for adults (12 yrs and above) and INR 19 per journey for children aged between 5 to 12.

The one condition for the train ride to commence is that the minimum number of 20 people should be available for the ride.

There are over-night campings arranged by Nature Information Centre (NIC), SGNP. They offer all types of accommodation ranging from tents to pine houses to guest houses to dormitories.

Places to visit near Sanjay Gandhi National Park Mumbai

Kanheri Caves, Vihar Lake, Tulsi Lake, Film City , Chota Kashmir , Crocodile Park, Tikuji- ni-Wadi and Essel World and Water Kingdom are located nearby.

How to Reach Sanjay Gandhi National Park Mumbai

Nearest Railway Station to Sanjay Gandhi National Park Mumbai- Borivali (Western line)

The national park is at a walking distance from Borivali Railway Station (East). If anyone isn’t willing to walk, one can also hire an auto rickshaw or a taxi to reach the park.

All intercity buses going towards Borivali East stop at the gate of the park.

One can also rent a cab from top car rental companies in Mumbai to reach the national park.

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Observing the social aspect of lions' lives is one of the most memorable elements of an encounter with the species. Out on the wild African plains, females stalk big game as they feed on tasty grasses, prides nap in the shade and cubs play under the watchful eye of their mothers as males fight for the crown. Exploring via game drives and even walking safaris, witness the wild behaviours of these magnificent mammals.

Where can you see the African Lion?

African Lions are found in sub-Saharan Africa, with 80% of the population in eastern or southern Africa and three of the five largest populations in Tanzania. African Lions used to be found across most of the continent, but in recent decades they have disappeared from 12 sub-Saharan countries.

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THE AFRICAN LION

  • Lions are notably the only sociable big cat, with prides formed of a few muscular males, crowned with a thick mane and measuring up to 3.5m long and up to 272kg.
  • Most of the hunting is done by the smaller more agile females, weighing between 110 kg and 168 kg, who will work together to hunt anything from small antelope up to buffalo and even giraffe; in Savuti in Botswana, they have learnt to hunt young elephant.
  • The males will often get involved to help tackle the dangerous animals. Males have a large mane of hair which can be beige or black depending on the individual and the area they live in.

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African Lion Safari Destinations

  • Masai Mara National Reserve: A great place to see lions year-round in the flat, wide and open plains of the Masai Mara. In July, 2 million wildebeest cross the Mara River under the eyes of the hungry lions.
  • Serengeti National Park: Three of the five largest lion populations are in Tanzania and the Serengeti is one of the best spots to see lions due to the availability of food and the million wildebeest.
  • In Southern Tanzania, Ruaha National Park is one of Africas hidden treasures with only 6000 visitors a year. Second to the Serengeti, Ruaha is home to 10% of the worlds lion population so there is great opportunities to see lions around less safari vehicles.
  • The Ngorongoro Crater offers the oppourtunity to see the Big 5 in a different setting, in the worlds largest inactive volcanic caldera.
  • Okavango Delta: The Okavango Delta is the best place to see water-adapted lions in Africa, these lions are 15% larger than others and have adapted to hunting during the day when the buffalo are grazing. The permanent water and nutritious grasses makes the Okavango Delta the perfect habitat for buffalo and you may witness lions fighting them here.
  • Kruger National Park: Most of South Africa’s lions can be found in Kruger National Park. Being the size of Wales, it can be hard to find them, but South Kruger has way more lions as it is wetter and greener. We recommend staying at Sabi Sands, which is one of the most reliable places to see lions in Africa. Timbavati is also the best place to see white lions in Africa.

Lions are highly adaptable, and in Namibia you will find ‘desert-adapted’ or ‘desert-lions’, that have adapted to survive in the harsh landscape of little vegetation and prey. The best places to see lions in Namibia is in Kaokoveld and Damaraland, but be aware these lions are nomadic and you are not guaranteed to see them.

Classic Kenya Safari

An exciting family safari, exploring the masai mara....

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Luxury South Africa Safari

Relax in the ultimate luxury of your lodge after encountering the African big cats whilst out on safari with your expert guide. Spend time on the coast of Cape Town exploring historic Robben Island and the rugged rocks of beautiful Cape Point. Visit Hermanus, a world-renowned whale watching destination, take the opportunity to see both black and white rhino in one place and even search for the rare white Lion in Timbavati Game Reserve.

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Classic Tanzania Safari

This Tanzania highlights small group safari takes you to the heart of the action trying to catch sight of the migration, witness wildlife in the Ngorongoro Crater and enjoy an option hot air balloon ride over the Serengeti.

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Small Group Namibia Safari

This expertly-guided small group trip consisting of a maximum of seven guests takes in the highlights of Namibia. Over the course of this ten day trip you will get to visit the iconic towering dunes at Sossusvlei, the coast and wildlife at Swakopmund and Walvis Bay, the desert-adapted wildlife and unique rock formations of Damaraland, rewarding wildlife viewing in Etosha National Park and an educational tour of the AfriCat Foundation at Okonjima.

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Okavango Delta Botswana Safari

Combining Chobe National Park and the Okavango Delta, staying in both a 'wet' camp and 'dry' camp in the Delta to really get a feel for the iconic landscapes of Botswana.

African Lion Conservation

In just 25 years, Africa’s lion population dramatically dropped with only 50% of their numbers remaining across the iconic landscapes of the continent. The IUCN classified these majestic creatures as “vulnerable” as a result, a subject of habitat loss and fragmentation, illegal wildlife trade, poaching and human-lion conflict.

It was as a result of this revelation that the Lionscape Coalition was formed, in response to the growing threat of extinction and the predictable knock-on effect this would have on Africa’s biodiversity. Lions are classed as an “umbrella species”; with a wild lion population thriving, the entire surrounding eco-system functions effectively, ultimately also affecting the livelihoods of those relying on ecotourism for survival. The Lionscape Coalition sees four commercial competitors, who share the bold vision of the Lion Recovery Fund (LRF) to double wild lion numbers by 2050, collaborate on lion conservation programmes across Africa. Putting all commercial considerations aside, this alliance brings to this initiative over 100 years of positive conservation and community impact throughout Africa.

Lions are a resilient species so the future looks bright. These animals will rapidly reproduce if their habitats are protected if communities have incentives to co-exist and protect them. Creating healthy ‘lionscapes’ which can benefit these local communities is key to the success of population decline being reversed and many other species will recover in the process.

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When is the Best Time to See African Lions?

The best time to see lions is during the peak safari season from July to October. The cool, dry winter means less vegetation for wildlife to hide behind and the lack of rain means wildlife will congregate around the lakes and rivers and most wildlife wont stray too far from the little water left.

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  • The largest national park in Madhya Pradesh with 940 sq. km under it is considered to be one of the best administered parks in Asia
  • Has a significant population of Royal Bengal Tigers
  • Bamni Dadar offers a spectacular view of the setting sun and the dense forest of Kanha
  • Over 350 species of birds and flora are found in this national park
  • Barahsingha was very close to extinction when a successful breeding programme at Kanha National Park brought the animal back.

The largest national park in Madhya Pradesh, Kanha National Park, is located in the Maikal Hills of the Satpuras spreading over two districts - Mandla and Balaghat. With a 940 sq. km expansion, it is considered to be one of the best administered and managed wildlife National parks in India. 

It was declared a reserve forest in 1879 and notified as a wildlife sanctuary in 1933. In the 1930s, Kanha was divided into two sanctuaries Hallon and Banjar, of 250 sq km and 300 sq km respectively. Its status came into existence in the year 1955.

Kanha National Park Safari Booking

The best way to explore the Kanha tiger reserve is in a 4 Wheel-drive Open Jeep safari that travels through the lush green forests basking in the elegance of Kanha. The safaris in Kanha National park are held in the mornings and afternoons. Jeeps can be booked online from https://forest.mponline.gov.in and if you are staying at Kanha jungle camp, you can opt for their vehicles and guides. The Kanha wildlife safari is held in four different zones including Kisli, Mukki, Kanha, and Sarhi. During monsoon season, the safaris of core zones are shut down but you can always explore the Buffer zones of this national park any time of the year. The buffer zones mainly include - Khatia Zone, Khapa Zone, Phen Zone, and Sijora Zone.

During the Kanha National Park safari, keep an eye out for

Mammalian Species:

Kanha is home to some 22 species of mammals that include royal Bengal tigers, leopards, striped palm squirrel, common langur, jackal, wild pigs, Chital, Barasingha or swamp deer, blackbuck, and sambar. Interestingly, Kanha Tiger Reserve is also respected globally for saving the barasingha from near extinction. Thus, 'Bhoorsingh the Barasingha' became the official mascot for Kanha National Park.

Less Commonly Seen Species:

Apart from these majestic animals, patient watching can also reward a sight of Indian hare, dhole or Indian wild dogs, barking deer, Indian bison or gaur, Indian fox, sloth bear, striped hyena, mouse deer, four-horned antelope, ratel and porcupine. 

Avian Species: 

Kanha Kisli National Park is also famous for 200 species of birds that include cattle egret, pond heron, black ibis, common peafowl, crested serpent eagle, racket-tailed drongo, hawk, red wattled lapwing, flycatcher, woodpecker, dove, babbler, Indian roller, white-breasted kingfisher, grey hornbill, and the mysterious Red-headed vulture. 

For online jungle safari in Kanha National Park, visit: https://forest.mponline.gov.in

Kanha National Park Circuits

There are three entry gates to Kanha - Khatia (Kisli), Mukki, and Sarhi. The south zone or Mukki can be easily approached from Nagpur or Raipur while the Khatia and Sarhi are accessible from Jabalpur. To experience the primitive facility of Kanha Jungle Camp, it is advised to search for hotels in the direction of Mukki gate. Traversing Kanha National Park will give you a glimpse of the actual locations from National Geographic's award-winning documentary film, "Land of the Tigers".

Forest Department guides accompany visitors around the park on mapped-out circuits which enable viewers to see a good cross-section of Kanha's wildlife. The main attractions of the Kanha National safari also include a sunset point, known as the most beautiful area of the park. The dense luxuriance of Kahna's forest can be seen from here and some of the spectacular mammals (herbivores) can also be spotted from this place. 

Apart from this, tourists can also enjoy walking and cycling in the pristine air of the buffer zone, take a safari in an open jeep and visit nearby excursions (villages) to experience life in the remote jungle. 

Best Time To Visit

Kanha National park is open for its visitors every year from October 15th to June 30th.

The best time to visit is between October and March when the weather is pleasant and the atmosphere is cool.

From March to June, the vegetation of this National park is dried giving leverage to tiger sightings.   

How to Reach Kanha National Park?

Nestled in the Mandla and Balaghat districts of Madhya Pradesh, Kanha National park has excellent Air, Road, and train connections from most parts of India. There are two major entry locations of Kanha, Khatia, and Mukki entrance gate. Khatia's entrance gate lies in the Mandla district, whereas Mukki is settled in the Balaghat district of MP. 

The Khatia gate opens the entrance to Kisli, Kanha, and Sarhi zone and the Mukki entrance gate covers the Mukki range of the national park. Khatia gate is well connected to Jabalpur & Nagpur, while the Mukki gate is connected to Jabalpur, Raipur, and Nagpur. 

By Road: 

Being well connected to major destinations of Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Chhattisgarh, Kanha National Park is a perfect getaway for wildlife enthusiasts. 

By road, Kanha National Park is well connected with the following big cities: 

Nagpur - 300 Km 

Jabalpur - 160 Km 

Raipur - 250 Km

Bilaspur - 250 Km 

Bhilai - 270 Km 

The Nearest Railway stations to reach Kanha National Park are Gondia and Jabalpur. Gondia is located 145 Km away from the Khatia entrance gate and Jabalpur is located 160 Km away from the Mukki entrance. 

The nearest airports to Kanha National Park are Jabalpur 160 Km, Raipur 250 Km, and Nagpur 300 Km. 

Places to visit in Kanha National Park

Kanha museum.

Kanha museum located inside Kanha National park is maintained by the Forest Department of the state. Located close to Khatia (Kisli) gate, this museum can be visited throughout the year and it is an ideal place for people interested in wildlife, botany, and zoology.  

Lapsi Kabar

A courageous, expert hunter and guide named 'Lapsi' lost his life while battling a ferocious tiger in an attempt to protect his sportsmen colleagues. In his memory, a gravestone was erected at the spot where he fought the tiger. Today, Lapsi Kabar is an important spot in Kanha National Park.

Shravan Tal

A small pond located in the Kanha tiger reserve is considered to be the spot where Shravan Kumar carried his blind parents and fetched water from this pond. While fetching water, Shravan was killed by Dashratha, the father of Lord Rama. Hence, the pond is named after Shravan Kumar.

Sindoor Trees

Sindoor used regularly in Indian households is extracted from this tree variety which is found in abundance here.

The Park is respected globally for saving the Barasingha from near extinction. No doubt, it is one of the best managed parks in Asia and a part of Project Tiger.

National Geographic's award winning 'Land of the Tigers' was shot here, but the park is home to leopards, wild dogs and Barasingha as well. A safari in Kanha will surely get you thrilled, the way you were on your first trip to the zoo, as a child. Safari Booking: https://forest.mponline.gov.in

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ACCOMMODATIONS

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MPT Baghira Jungle Resort Mocha, Kanha

Price: INR 4190 - 5490 Phone: 07649-277244

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Salban Kanha Homestay in Kanha

Price: 3000 Phone: +91 7692835206, +91 8510839333

Restaurants And Bars

Sterling kanha resturants (mocha), multi cuisine resturant.

Phone : 9003302727, 98936 44999

The multi cuisine restaurant at Sterling Kanha is the perfect place to indulge in comfort food. The Restaurant provides breakfast and dinner buffet and an ? la carte menu to choose from. The Aloo Dal Badi and Urad Daal Ki Subji will surely tantalise your taste buds.

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Bagh Villas Resturant (mukki)

Phone : 9111003371, 9111003372

Recognizing the need for the freshest organic ingredients, a small organic garden has been created at Bagh Villas where vegetables, salads and herbs are grown. We purchase seasonal vegetables from the kitchen gardens of the villagers and local farm produce supporting local communities. The menu consists of varied cuisines but our chefs are always open to requests and will also happily hold food classes for those interested in our recipes.

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Divine Amarkantak (159 KM)

Situated at an altitude of 1000 m, Amarkantak is a well frequented Hindu pilgrimage center that is popularly known as 'Teerthraj' - 'the king of pilgrimages'.

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Funfair of Jabalpur (131 KM)

Under the brightly lit moon, 100 feet tall mountains of marble change forms as the river Narmada passes through it. This view is so scenic that it stays with you for long. But this is just one of the

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Hunting Lion

The African Lion (Panthera leo) is one of the most widely recognised animal symbols in human culture, the lion has been extensively depicted in sculptures and paintings, on national flags, and in contemporary films and literature.

At Kaiwhai Safaris we have all the legal rights and permits to hunt this world-famous animal in South Africa and Namibia. With our programs of conservation through sustainable hunting our Lion numbers are increasing each year, while in other parts of Africa they are decreasing.

A Lion hunt is one of the toughest, but most rewarding hunts of the Dangerous 7 list. First, we find the Lion tracks and then you literally walk the Lion down, making it a fair chase. All depending on the lion’s behaviour they will eventually hide in a bush or thick brush to ambush the hunter. It is usually a 10-60 yard shot, with two qualified backup Professional Hunters to ensure safety and success.

Natural History One of the Big Five; Africa’s most well-known, respected, and feared dangerous big-game animal; largest of Africa’s felines. Weighs between 400 and 500 pounds, stands nearly four feet at shoulder, overall length up to ten feet. Lionesses are somewhat smaller, weighing 250 to 350 pounds’ Generally more aggressive than males. Mature lions have little fear of man, especially bold during darkness. Superb night vision. Lionesses with cubs particularly aggressive. Lion prey on virtually all the continent’s animal species. Retractable, talon-like claws. Only members of cat family that live social lives.

Sex Determination Only males have manes; mane starts to develop between 2.5 and 3 years, some males remain mane-less but are generally larger than females with thicker, heavier-set necks and more heavily muscled shoulders.

Trophy Evaluation Mane on exceptional lion will cover the shoulders and frontal chest area. May even extend down to the elbows and along belly line. Skull measured for record book; SCI method (15) and Roland Ward method (17): combined score in inches of greatest length and width of skull.

The Hunt Baiting is the most practiced lion hunting method. Lions have huge appetites; can consume up to 25 percent of own body weight in single feeding. Need large quantities of meat for baiting purposes, Zebra favourite bait, followed by buffalo and hippo, but will feed on virtually any kind of meat. Hang bait at least six feet above ground from a tree in the centre of an open area with good, all-round visibility. Lion will usually feed on bait during the hours of darkness. Catch them still on it at first light (half-hour before sunrise) or when they arrive at last light. Tracking lion not all that difficult – like to walk on roads and game trails. Tracking to daytime resting place also a good hunting method.

Rifle, Calibre, and Bullet Selection A 7mm that produces 3,000 ft-lb of muzzle energy the legal minimum in some African countries. In others, .375 H&H. With smaller calibres, use heaviest soft point bullet available. With larger calibres, soft point bullets that will expand relatively quickly are the ones of choice. Good scope essential for all “bait”/low-light shots. Wounded lion follow-up entirely different situation. For this, bigger is definitely better: .40 or .458 calibres with heavy, expanding bullets. Open, express-sighted double the best rifle choice for a follow-up.

Shot Placement

  • Side-on high heart/lung shot surest and most recommended: Place shot well back behind shoulder, on or just below the body’s horizontal midline.
  • High shoulder/spinal shot will drop a lion; the spine lies directly beneath middle of shoulder blade. With trophy lion that are not heavily maned, sometimes possible to make out scapula beneath skin, however, when mane covers shoulders, this shot extremely difficult.
  • Brain shot not recommended as skull measured for record books.
  • Full frontal shot: Place shot squarely into centre of chest.
  • Rear-end shot: Place at base of tail just above anus; never an initial shot, only as back up.

Shot placement on any of the dangerous game in Africa is vital. Below are some images from a very well-known author, Kevin Robertson’s Book – Perfect Shot Placement for African Big Game. If you would like to buy a copy of this book, which we would recommend, you can get it on Amazon, by clicking here

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"They fell to the ground with screams": Russian Guards fired at children single near Moscow - there is a casualty

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Highlights: In Russia, in the city of Elektrostal (Moscow region), during demonstrations, Rosgvardia soldiers began shooting at spectators with children from machine guns with blank cartridges. One child received serious damage from a rebounded cartridge case. In the video, a child can be heard crying and screaming violently. It is also interesting that Russia recently arranged a solemn farewell to Vladimir Shestakov, convicted for the murder of a child, who became a mercenary of PMC "Wagner" and was liquidated in the war in Ukraine.

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In Russia, in the city of Elektrostal (Moscow region), during demonstrations, Rosgvardia soldiers began shooting at spectators with children from machine guns with blank cartridges.

So far, one injured child is known.

This was reported by the local Telegram channel of the Cheka-OGPU.

"Small children were clutching their heads screaming and falling to the ground. Not without injuries. The child received serious damage from a rebounded cartridge case," the report said.

One of the witnesses to the incident posted a video. It was her child who was shot by the Russian Guards. In the video, a child can be heard crying and screaming violently.

After the woman realized that her child had been wounded, she called her husband and doctor.

Meanwhile, Russian occupier Ivan Alekseev in the war in Ukraine after a drunken quarrel killed his colleague and tried to cover up the crime, saying it was the work of "Ukrainian saboteurs."

It is also interesting that Russia recently arranged a solemn farewell to Vladimir Shestakov, convicted for the murder of a child, who became a mercenary of PMC "Wagner" and was liquidated in the war in Ukraine.

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    Gir Jungle Safari ( 3 Hours ) runs till 15th June & re-opens from 16th Oct every year. Devalia Park Safari ( 55 Minutes ) runs round the year, remains off every wednesday. ... Gir National Park is the only place in the world outside Africa where a lion can be seen in its natural habitat. The lions of Gir are a majestic animal, averaging 2.75 ...

  4. Lion Safari Etawah

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  5. Nandanakanan Zoological Park

    Nandankanan is the first zoo in India with a white tiger safari. It provides unique situation where the visitors are confined in a vehicle and the animals roam in the open jungle. A twenty-minute drive through the meandering roads crisscrossing the natural forest in a special protected vehicle takes the visitors straight into the pride of lion ...

  6. Etawah Safari Park

    Etawah Lion Safari was first proposed in 2006. Work was started in May 2012. The park was designed by Spanish company Art Urbà. At first, six lions were migrated to the park in 2014. [contradictory] In 2015 a deer safari, antelope safari, bear safari and leopard safari were added and the park was renamed as Etawah Safari Park.

  7. Etawa Lion Safari

    About Safari Park. Etaw Lion Safari has high breed Lions Centre with large species of birds, mammals which live in an environment that in ways resemble their natural. The zoo not only a home for endangered, but also helps them breed well in captivity. of the special attractions the Zoo include White, Gaur, Jaguar, Rhinoceros, Elephants, Deer ...

  8. Nahargarh Biological Park

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  9. Lion Safari at Gir Forest

    In the summer months, the first safari of the morning starts at 6.00 am instead of 6.45 am and the afternoon safari starts at 4 pm instead of 3 pm. The duration of each safari was supposed to be 3 hours. Gir Forest Safari Price. The permit charge per safari is Rs. 1000 (up to 6 people). One gypsy used to be allocated per permit.

  10. Nandanvan Jungle Safari

    Lion Safari - Area 20 ha. The whole area of safari is covered by chain link fence of the height of 5 m. and 1.5 m. and inverted at the top at 60 degree. The area is having adequate vegetation, shelter and water bodies. Green belt has been created all along safari and service road and 55000 saplings were planted inside the safari for habitat ...

  11. Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Mumbai (Timings, Entry Fee & Safari)

    Tiger and Lion Safari at Sanjay Gandhi National Park Mumbai. The safari rides inside Sanjay Gandhi National Park Mumbai are 30 minutes long and done between 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM with a one-hour lunch break between 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM. There is a minimum requirement of 15 people for the safari rides to commence.

  12. African Lion Safaris

    The true icon of Africa's Big Five, the African lion is the symbol of strength and power, the epitome of any safari to wild Africa. Today, catching sight of this apex predator is one of the most sought-after prizes for almost every safari-goer, with regal prides located from East to South. Observing the social aspect of lions' lives is one of ...

  13. Plan Your Visit

    Upgrading works are taking place at Night Safari as we prepare to bring you more wildlife experiences. The park remains open during this period and we are extending local WildPass holders and tourists discounts* on Night Safari admission tickets. *T&Cs apply. Seat bookings for the Creatures of the Night presentation can be made on our Booking Portal from 2 hours before each presentation.

  14. Kanha National Park & Tiger Reserve

    The largest national park in Madhya Pradesh, Kanha National Park, is located in the Maikal Hills of the Satpuras spreading over two districts - Mandla and Balaghat. With a 940 sq. km expansion, it is considered to be one of the best administered and managed wildlife National parks in India. It was declared a reserve forest in 1879 and notified ...

  15. Hunting Lion

    The African Lion (Panthera leo) is one of the most widely recognised animal symbols in human culture, the lion has been extensively depicted in sculptures and paintings, on national flags, and in contemporary films and literature. At Kaiwhai Safaris we have all the legal rights and permits to hunt this world-famous animal in South Africa and ...

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  17. Electrostal History and Art Museum

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  18. Lahore Safari Zoo Park

    Safari Park that is Located at Raiwind Road, Lahore where Breeding of Lions is done and right now there are almost 35 Lions and Leopards have been kept there...

  19. Elektrostal

    In 1938, it was granted town status. [citation needed]Administrative and municipal status. Within the framework of administrative divisions, it is incorporated as Elektrostal City Under Oblast Jurisdiction—an administrative unit with the status equal to that of the districts. As a municipal division, Elektrostal City Under Oblast Jurisdiction is incorporated as Elektrostal Urban Okrug.

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    In Russia, in the city of Elektrostal (Moscow region), during demonstrations, Rosgvardia soldiers began shooting at spectators with children from machine guns with blank cartridges. One child received serious damage from a rebounded cartridge case. In the video, a child can be heard crying and screaming violently. It is also interesting that Russia recently arranged a solemn farewell to ...

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    Lions are such majestic animals. Pure power and pure beauty, a true spectacle of the natural world. These lucky people got to experience being up close with ...

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