GIR – LAND OF THE ASIATIC LION
Into the Wild: Safaris & Nature Trails
3 Days / 2 Nights
₹
15,000
/ Person
Quick Overview (Above the Fold)
- Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
- Destinations: Gir National Park (Sasan Gir)
- Category: Wildlife Safari • Asiatic Lions
- Starting Price: ₹15,000 per person*
PACKAGE HIGHLIGHTS
- The only place in the world to see Asiatic lions in the wild
- Government-regulated jeep safari in Gir National Park
- Dry deciduous forests, open scrubland & river systems
- High probability of lion sightings due to protected population
- Curated stays near Sasan Gir safari zones
- Compact, focused wildlife experience with minimal travel
PACKAGE OVERVIEW
Gir is not about chasing variety — it is about witnessing one of conservation’s greatest success stories. Once on the brink of extinction, the Asiatic lion now thrives across the Gir landscape, making this reserve a rare and globally significant wildlife destination.
This experience is designed for travellers who want a clear, purposeful safari. Days are built around regulated jeep safaris, slow forest time, and understanding the ecosystem that sustains a species found nowhere else on Earth. Gir is precise, controlled, and deeply rewarding.
PACKAGE PRICE OPTIONS
₹15,000 – ₹18,000
Standard Package
- Quality forest-edge resort near Sasan Gir (3 ★ equivalent)
- Comfortable ensuite rooms
- Daily breakfast & dinner
- 1 jeep safari with permits & forest guide
- Best for: Wildlife travellers seeking a rare-species experience
₹21,000 – ₹26,000
Deluxe Package
- Premium jungle retreat with enhanced comfort (4 ★ equivalent)
- Quieter layouts & landscaped surroundings
- Priority safari coordination (subject to availability)
- Daily breakfast & dinner
- 1 jeep safari with permits & forest guide
- Best for: Couples and refined wildlife escapes
₹30,000 – ₹36,000
Premium Package
- Luxury wilderness resort near Gir forest (5 ★ equivalent)
- Spacious cottages with forest ambience
- Daily breakfast & dinner
- 1 jeep safari with permits & forest guide
- Enhanced naturalist interaction
- Best for: Slow luxury wildlife travellers
HOTEL OPTIONS
- Budget: Forest-edge resorts near Sasan Gir (e.g., Gir Serai, similar)
- Comfort: Premium jungle retreats (e.g., The Fern Gir Forest Resort, similar)
- Premium: Luxury wilderness resorts (e.g., Woods at Sasan, similar)
Exact hotel names will be shared at the time of booking confirmation.
DAY–BY–DAY ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival at Sasan Gir | Into Lion Territory
- Arrival at Junagadh / Veraval Railway Station
- Private transfer to forest resort near Sasan Gir
- Check-in and settle into the dry forest landscape
Afternoon:
- Leisure time — rest, forest views, acclimatisation
Evening:
- Wildlife orientation focusing on Gir’s lion conservation story
- Dinner at resort
🏨 Overnight: Gir
Day 2: Gir Jeep Safari
- Early morning jeep safari inside Gir National Park
- Safari routes allocated as per official permits
- Return to resort for breakfast
Midday & Afternoon:
- Leisure time at resort
Evening:
- Free time
- Dinner
🏨 Overnight: Gir
Day 3: Departure
- Breakfast at resort
- Check-out and transfer to railway station
- Tour concludes
TRANSPORT & TRANSFERS
All transfers are conducted in private vehicles as per itinerary.
- Transfers: Private transfers between railway station & resort
- Safari: Safari vehicles operated exclusively by the Forest Department
TRAVEL TO GIR (OPTIONAL ADD-ON)
- Flight to Rajkot / Diu + road transfer
- Train to Junagadh / Veraval
- Private road transfers on request
Travel planning assistance available.
✅ PACKAGE INCLUSIONS
- 2 nights accommodation
- Daily breakfast & dinner
- 1 government-approved jeep safari
- Safari permits, entry fees & forest guide
- Arrival & departure transfers
- All applicable taxes
- Wildlife orientation session
❌ PACKAGE EXCLUSIONS
- Flights / trains unless added
- Lunch
- Camera fees (if applicable)
- Personal expenses
- Anything not mentioned under inclusions
Ideal For
Wildlife enthusiasts
Rare-species travellers
Couples & families
Short, focused safari experiences
Best Time To Visit
October to June (Park closed during monsoon season).
Important Notes
• Safari slots are capacity-controlled and time-specific
• Wildlife sightings depend on natural behaviour
• Park regulations are strictly enforced
❌ CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY
- 15+ days before travel: 80% refund
- 8–14 days before travel: 50% refund
- 7 days or less / No-show: No refund
Safari permits once booked are non-refundable.
Frequently Asked Questions FAQs
Are safari permits guaranteed?
Safari slots are capacity-controlled and subject to availability at the time of booking.
Can we choose the safari route?
No, safari routes are randomly allocated by the forest department to ensure even distribution of vehicles.
What is the best time to see lions?
Early mornings and late afternoons are generally the best times for sightings, though wildlife movement is unpredictable.
Contact & Bookings
