Where is Gir National Park located?

Gir National Park is located in the Chitrod Village of Gujarat. Many people come here to enjoy safari rides.

What is famous about Gir National Park?

Asiatic Lions are the star attraction of Gir National Park. These big creatures can only be seen in Gujarat, other than Africa.

What is the ticket price of Gir National Park?

If you’re an Indian then prices from INR 4300 to INR 6500 may vary depending on weekends, number of people, and other things. If you’re a foreigner, then prices from INR 15500 to INR 17500 may vary depending on the same.

How to reach Gir National Park?

Gir National Park is easily accessible via road, rail, or air. You can come to Keshod Airport if you’re coming by air. If you’re coming by road then come to Sasan Gir railway station. This park has good road connectivity with other states of India.

BEST TIME TO VISIT GIR NATIONAL PARK

Gir National Park is one of the oldest sanctuaries in India and the only place apart from Africa where Asiatic Lions can be found. This famous park is situated in Gujarat, India. You can find various kinds of flora and fauna here including Asiatic lions, leopards, chital, four-horned antelope, striped hyena, golden jackal, acacia, the flame of the forest, ziziphus, and many more.

If you are coming to Gir National Park then plan your visit according to what you want to see and do there. Here we will discuss the best time to visit Gir National Park.

The sightings and timings of Sasan Gir are based on three seasons- Winter, summer, and rainy

The winter season is from November to February.

The summer season is from March to May.

The rainy season is from June to October.

Winter season ( from November to February)

Weather conditions: This is the most pleasant weather to visit Sasan Gir or Devalia Safari Park. During this time the weather is neither too hot nor too cold and you can stay comfortably in any accommodation around Gir. With dense forest, the landscape is good during this time and the weather is also pleasant. The temperature is between 10 degrees to 22 degrees.

Sightings: During this season wildlife sightings are not a lot, but you can see them if they come out to the sun during the day. If you are a bird watcher and you are coming here to see and capture some beautiful residents and migratory birds then this is the best time as from November to February a lot of migratory birds visit Gir National Park.

Summer season ( from March to May)

Weather conditions: This is the time when the weather is harsh, this is not an ideal season for those who don't like hot and sticky weather. This is the hottest time of the year with temperatures between 28 °C to 42 °C. It's hot during the day, but you can ride on your safaris in the early morning and evening. You must keep water bottles and sunscreen for safari rides during this time.

Sightings: This is the best time for wildlife sightings as animals come out to find water. This is the hottest time of the year, but you can spot various animals as they come near water bodies to drink water. Many resident birds also gather around water resources, but it is not a good time to spot migratory birds.

Rainy Season (from June to October)

Weather conditions: The park is lush green, and offers a harmonious blend of dense forests, rivers, grasslands, hills, and water bodies. The park is closed during the monsoon season due to heavy rains and the risk of flooding.

Sightings: It's not a good time to visit as safaris are not conducted. However, the park reopens and safaris start on the 16th of October.