GIR NATIONAL PARK
Gir National Park – A Luxurious Wildlife Escape Amidst the Land of Lions
Nestled in the rugged landscapes of Gujarat, Gir National Park is the only place on Earth where the majestic Asiatic lions roam freely in the wild. A land of raw wilderness and untamed beauty, Gir is a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts, offering an immersive experience amidst dense teak forests, rocky hills, and meandering rivers.
At Ameliya Safaris, we take you beyond just a safari—we bring you closer to the heartbeat of the jungle.
Gir at a Glance
Wildlife
Gir National Park is a wildlife paradise and the only home to the majestic Asiatic lion. With over 600 lions and a thriving population of leopards, hyenas, and jackals, it offers an exhilarating safari experience. The park’s diverse landscape of forests, grasslands, and rivers supports rich biodiversity, including 300+ bird species like the Indian vulture and crested serpent eagle. Spotted deer, nilgai, crocodiles, and the rare four-horned antelope also roam freely here. At Ameliya Safaris, we offer exclusive journeys into Gir’s wild heart, where every moment is a glimpse into nature’s untamed beauty and raw wilderness.
Vegetation
Gir National Park boasts a rich and diverse vegetation that supports its thriving wildlife. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous forests, with teak, dhak (flame of the forest), tendu, and jamun trees covering vast stretches. Interspersed with grasslands, scrublands, and rocky hills, the park provides the perfect habitat for Asiatic lions, leopards, and herbivores like sambar and chital deer.
Seasonal rivers and water bodies, including the Hiran, Shetrunji, and Datardi rivers, sustain the park’s ecosystem, while evergreen species like banyan and acacia add to its biodiversity. This unique blend of vegetation makes Gir a vibrant and self-sustaining wildlife sanctuary.
Things To Do in Gir
Game Drives
Birding
Nature Walk
Conservation
Culture
Sundowner
Rehabilitation of Lions
The park has a successful lion breeding and rehabilitation program, which has helped increase the population of Asiatic lions from just 12 in the early 1900s to over 800+ today.
How to reach?
AIR
Keshod (35 kms)
Diu (110 kms)
Porbandar (139 kms)
Rajkot (154 kms)
TRAIN
Somnath (45 kms)
Junagadh (52 kms)
Gondal (117 kms)
ROAD
Rajkot (154 kms)
Jamnagar (200 kms)
Bhavnagar (216 kms)
Gandhidham (341 kms)
Ahmedabad (350 kms)
Vadodara (386 kms)
Surat (530 kms)
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