Sasan Gir Weekend Tour | Short Trip To Sasan Gir

OVERVIEW- Sasan Gir is famous for Gir Wildlife Sanctuary which is the sole home for Asiatic lions. It is one of the most famous forest and wildlife sanctuaries located in Gujarat. Among the other commonly spotted animals are included the Indian deer, sambar, chital, nilgai, chinkara, bear, long tailed langur and chowsingha. Kankai Mata and Tulsishyam are other quant temples which one can explore during tour to Sasangir. Gir National Park makes for an ideal weekend tour for wildlife lovers.

AHMEDABAD- It is the largest city in Gujarat, associated with the great thinker and freedom fighter, Mahatma Gandhi. It is an exclusive blend of Hindu and Islamic styles of architecture. The city's prosperous and eventful past and present is embodied in its rich kaleidoscope of history, art and culture, rich architecture and imposing monuments. The city is a famous business hub and is well known for chemical and textile industries.

RAJKOT- Once the capital of the princely state of Saurashtra, Rajkot is now an important industrial city of the West Indian state of Gujarat. It is also popular as the place where Mahatma Gandhi had spent the initial years of his life and gained early education from a school. Home to some striking gardens, ashrams, lakes and temples, Rajkot is also quite popular for its handicraft items, jewelry market and special tie and dye or Bandhani, a beautiful cloth material.

JAMNAGAR- It is called as the â€˜Jewel of Kathiawad. It was a princely state of considerable importance and is rich in relics from the time of the Jadeja Rajput kings locally known as the Jam Sahibs. Adjacent to the Kutch region in northwestern Gujarat, Jamnagar is a very calm and quiet destination with temples, palaces, forest, Bird and Marine Sanctuaries.

GIR NATIONAL PARK- Located in the Junagadh district of Gujarat, Gir National Park and wildlife sanctuary is one of the finest wildlife sanctuaries of India to spot wild lions in huge population. Established on 18th September 1965 as a Forest Reserve to conserve the Asiatic lion, this park offers habitat to the rare Asian lions and many other wild animals. In addition to witness many great animals and birds, one can enjoy Jeep Safari in the park for better wildlife experience.

Tour Destination: Ahmedabad/Rajkot/Jamnagar - Sasangir - Ahmedabad/Rajkot/Jamnagar

Travel Duration: 02 Nights/03 Days

DAY 1: AHMEDABAD/RAJKOT/JAMNAGAR - SASANGIR

Today, drive towards Sasangir- one of the finest wildlife sanctuaries of India. Transfer to hotel

In the evening you can enjoy the flora and fauna. A distinct belt of vegetation, Acacia and Banyan trees is found along the main rivers and streams. Species like the Jambu, Karanj, Umro, Vad, Kalam, Charal, Sirus and Amli are found here. These trees are mostly broad leaved and evergreen, giving the area a cool shade and the moisture content.

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 2: GIR NATIONAL PARK

After breakfast explore the Gir National Park for wildlife watching in the morning as well as in the afternoon for its second view.

GIR NATIONAL PARK- Gir National Park is the only remaining habitat of the Asiatic lion, which has been confined to this forest, since 1884 (about 239 lions were reported in 1985). Apart from the mammals, the park has a large population of marsh crocodile or mugger that is among the 40 species of reptiles and amphibians recorded in the sanctuary. Gir National Park is also a paradise for bird watchers with a check-list of more than 250 birds.

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 3: SASANGIR - AHMEDABAD/RAJKOT/JAMNAGAR

Day free for leisure and later, drive back to Ahmedabad/Rajkot/Jamnagar to catch your flights/train towards onward destination.

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