Gujarat protects three animals found almost nowhere else: the Asiatic lion at Gir, large herds of blackbuck at Velavadar and the Indian wild ass (khur) in the Little Rann of Kutch.
We plan the route, book the safaris and choose lodges close to each park, finishing in Ahmedabad via the Rani ki Vav stepwell and the Modhera Sun Temple.
Highlights
- ✓Blackbuck safari at Velavadar National Park
- ✓Lion safari in Gir, home of the Asiatic lion
- ✓Jeep safari in the Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary
- ✓Flamingos, cranes and pelicans in winter
- ✓Rani ki Vav and the Modhera Sun Temple
Day-by-day itinerary
1Day 1: VelavadarBlackbuck safari at Velavadar. Herds of these spiral-horned antelope roam the open grasslands, with harriers and other raptors in winter.
2Day 2: Sasan GirDrive to Gir, home of the Asiatic lion, leopards and antelope. Visit the Devalia Safari Park or the Kamleshwar Dam with its marsh crocodiles and birds.
3Day 3: Little Rann of KutchMorning Gir safari, then drive to the Little Rann. The Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary (est. 1971) covers about 5,000 km² and shelters the khur, Indian wolf, desert fox, nilgai and many migratory birds.
4Day 4: Little Rann to AhmedabadMorning jeep safari, then drive to Ahmedabad via the Rani ki Vav stepwell at Patan and the Modhera Sun Temple.
5Day 5: Ahmedabad & departureAhmedabad sightseeing. Drop at Ahmedabad airport or railway station, as per the final itinerary.
Popular add-ons
- ✓Khijadia Bird Sanctuary, Jamnagar: a Ramsar wetland with 300+ bird species (best in winter)
- ✓Nal Sarovar
Good to know
- Temple timings, safari permits and attraction operations are subject to local authorities and operating conditions on the travel date.
- Vehicle type is subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
- Early check-in depends on room availability. If guests need rooms before the standard check-in time, an extra room may have to be booked.
- For family occupancy, confirm extra beds or mattresses in advance. Meal-plan charges may apply as per the final quotation.
- Hotel rates, room inventory, attraction tickets and seasonal products are subject to availability.