Gujarat
Rann of Kutch, Gir Lions, vibrant textiles, and Dwarkadhish Temple.
Overview
About this package
Eight days through Gujarat''s wild side, anchored by jeep safaris in Gir National Park — the only place on Earth to see Asiatic lions roaming free. Track the pride at dawn, wander the marble carvings of Somnath temple, and drive out to the seasonal flamingo colonies near the Rann''s edge before a final walk through Ahmedabad''s stepwells and old-city pols.
Asiatic Lion Safari in GirVelavadar Blackbuck GrasslandsRann Flamingo ColoniesSomnath Jyotirlinga TempleMaldhari Tribal Settlement VisitAhmedabad Stepwell Heritage Walk
Who it suits
Who this trip is built for
Wildlife & safariPhotographyNature lovers
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Itinerary
Day by day
Every trip is adjusted around your dates, pace, hotel style, and traveler profile.
1
Day 1
Arrive Ahmedabad
Land in Ahmedabad, evening heritage walk through the old-city pols and stepwells, dinner of authentic Gujarati thali.
2
Day 2
Ahmedabad to Sasan Gir
Drive south to Sasan Gir, check into a forest-edge lodge, evening briefing on the next day''s safari protocol.
3
Day 3
Gir National Park Morning Safari
Dawn jeep safari deep into Gir forest tracking the Asiatic lion pride, afternoon visit to a Maldhari tribal settlement on the park''s edge.
4
Day 4
Gir Second Safari & Somnath
Second safari session in a different Gir zone for varied sightings, afternoon drive to the coastal Somnath Jyotirlinga temple.
5
Day 5
Somnath to Diu Coastline
Explore Somnath''s carved temple architecture and evening light-and-sound show, short excursion along the nearby Diu coastline.
6
Day 6
Velavadar Blackbuck & Grasslands
Drive to Velavadar National Park for a grassland safari spotting blackbuck herds and, in season, wintering harriers roosting at dusk.
7
Day 7
Rann Flamingo Colonies
Excursion toward the seasonal flamingo breeding colonies near the Rann''s edge, birdwatching stop at a wetland reserve en route back.
8
Day 8
Departure
Drive back to Ahmedabad, breakfast at leisure, transfer to the airport for departure.
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Gujarat & Gir Wildlife Safari, in frame
What's covered
Inclusions & exclusions
Included
- 7 nights forest lodges & heritage hotels
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- Two jeep safaris inside Gir National Park
- Velavadar National Park safari
- Private AC vehicle for all transfers
- Somnath temple guided visit
Not Included
- Airfare to/from Ahmedabad
- Lunch on all days
- Gir National Park permit & camera fees (paid on-site)
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
Best Time to Travel
Dec-Mar
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Gujarat & Gir Wildlife Safari trip?
8 days, 7 nights.
When is the best time to go on the Gujarat & Gir Wildlife Safari trip?
Dec-Mar
What's included in the Gujarat & Gir Wildlife Safari package?
7 nights forest lodges & heritage hotels; Daily breakfast and dinner; Two jeep safaris inside Gir National Park; Velavadar National Park safari; Private AC vehicle for all transfers; Somnath temple guided visit
What's not included in the Gujarat & Gir Wildlife Safari package?
Airfare to/from Ahmedabad; Lunch on all days; Gir National Park permit & camera fees (paid on-site); Travel insurance; Personal expenses
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