Destination: Gir National Park, Velavadar Grasslands and The Little Rann of Kutch
Duration: 06 Nights & 07 Days
Best season: Mid-October to Mid-April
Tour Code: #224
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Description
This 7-day journey through the diverse wilderness of Gujarat, one of India’s richest states for wildlife and birding. Begin your adventure at Gir National Park, the only place on Earth to see the majestic Asiatic Lion in the wild. Apart from lions, Gir also shelters leopards, hyenas, jackals, and an impressive range of over 300 bird species including paradise flycatchers, painted storks, and crested serpent eagles.
Next, head to the Velavadar Blackbuck National Park, an open grassland ecosystem that offers a unique chance to see large herds of graceful blackbucks, Indian wolves, striped hyenas, and a remarkable congregation of harriers, especially during winter.
Your journey culminates in the surreal and bird-rich landscape of the Little Rann of Kutch, a vast salt desert that’s home to the endangered Indian Wild Ass, as well as flamingoes, cranes, pelicans, and several species of raptors and larks. The seasonal wetlands here are a paradise for birdwatchers and nature photographers.
Throughout the tour, enjoy guided safaris, cultural interactions, and comfortable accommodations close to nature. Whether you're a wildlife enthusiast, an avid birder, or someone seeking a unique adventure, this Gujarat tour promises unforgettable encounters with some of India's rarest wildlife amidst striking landscapes.
Itinerary Overview
Day 01: Fly to Diu or Rajkot and drive to Gir National Park
Day 02: Gir National Park
Day 03: Gir National Park
Day 04: Gir National Park to Velavadar
Day 05: Velavadar to Little Rann of Kutch
Day 06: Little Rann of Kutch
Day 07: Little Rann of Kutch to Ahmedabad and fly out
Highlights
- Wildlife-Asiatic Lion, Asiatic Wild Ass, Blackbuck, Indian Wolf, Hyena, Chital or Spotted Deer, Sambhar, Blue Bull Antelope, Chinkara (Indian Gazelle), Chousingha (the world's only four-horned antelope), Wild Boar, etc.
- Wide variety of birdlife like Flamingos, Pelicans, Demoiselle and Common Cranes, Sykes' Lark, Painted Sandgrouse, massive roost of Montagu, Pallid, and Marsh harriers.
- Interesting and varied Gujarat flora and landscapes like the bleak salt marshes, deciduous forests of Gir, etc.
- A glimpse of village life in rural India
- Visit the magnificent Jain temple complex atop Shatrunjaya Hill
- Unique exquisite handicrafts
- Experience traditional Indian hospitality, culture, and local cuisine
- Stay at quaint lodges
Services Included
- Accommodation on twin/triple share
- Meals as per the itinerary
- Jungle visits in all the three wildlife reserves with park guides
- All surface transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
Services Not Included
- Optional tours/excursions, personal & incidental expenses.
- Tips, laundry, phone calls, alcohol, camera fee, etc.
- International and domestic airfare, visa, insurance.
