Gir National Park Lion Safari
About this activity
Gir National Park is the only place in the world outside Africa where a lion can be seen in its natural habitat. The Asiatic Lion, slightly smaller but equally majestic as its African cousin, rules these dry deciduous forests.
A jeep safari takes you deep into the jungle. The thrill of tracking a pride, listening to the warning calls of chital and sambar deer, is unparalleled. Seeing a lioness with her cubs or a male with his magnificent mane walk across the dusty track is a heart-stopping moment.
The park is also home to leopards, hyenas, and the diverse birdlife including the crested serpent eagle. The Maldhari herdsmen live within the park boundaries, living a dangerous yet harmonious life with the predators.
It is a conservation success story that you can witness firsthand.