About Gir National Park - Forest & Sanctuary (Gujurat)

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About Gir national park, Forest &  Sanctuary (Gujurat): The Gir forest national park- the major condensed tract of dry disambiguation forests in the semi-arid western region, India is the final habitat of the large and royal marauder Asiatic lion, an endangered species. crocodile, langur, porcupine, ratel, jackal, fox, mongoose, civets etc  are staying in Gir forest national park.  Gir Sanctuary sustain a wealthy biodiversity covering 32 species of mammals, 300 species of birds and 26 species of reptiles and thousands of species of insects. King vulture, crested hawk eagle, tinted storks, pelicans, peafowl etc. are seen in Gir Sanctuary.  Indian pitta, tawny eagle, Bonelli’s eagle, crested serpent eagle etc. are found about Gir National Park.  Here to find  the census of animal and bird in Gir Sanctuary , Gujurat .The irresistible being present of the all-powerful big cat diverts the notice of the common man from the remarkable bird inhabitants that the sanctuary has. However, the birds of Gir sanctuary did attract the great ornithologist, Dr. Salim Ali who believed that, had the Asiatic lions not been there, the area would have been one of the most fascinating bird sanctuaries of the country. Gir forests support a rich biodiversity comprising 32 species of mammals, 300 species of birds and 26 species of reptiles and thousands of species of insects.

Gir Forest National Park , Gujurat

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Gir forest national park:

The Sanctuary extended through out  Junagadh and Amreli districts of Saurashtra. The major centre "Sasan" is situated in Talala taluka of Junagadh district at 60 km far from Junagadh. Gir National Park region covers 258.71 sq. Km and  Sanctuary region covers  1153.42 sq. Km.  Gir forests of Gujarat (India) is the only usual place where Asiatic lion is found. Malabar whistling thrush, orange headed ground thrush, paradise flycatcher, black naped fly catcher, Indian pitta, tawny eagle, Bonelli’s eagle, crested serpent eagle, king vulture, crested hawk eagle, painted storks, pelicans, peafowl etc. are found in Gir Sanctuary. . Lion, leopard, hyena, chital, sambar, bulbul, chaushinga, chinkara, wild boar, etc  are staying in Gir forest.  Indian pitta, tawny eagle, Bonelli’s eagle, crested serpent eagle etc. are seen in Gir Sanctuary.  Here to find  the census of animal and bird in Gir Sanctuary , Gujurat .

Gir Sanctuary

Images of Gir Sanctuary:

Photography is well related with birds & wildlife sanctuary. Watch the different species of birds and animal images here.  For more images of other National  Park of india. Visit here.

Sasan Gir National Park

Sasan Gir National park

Sasan gir national park hotels:

Various hotels  and Resorts available at gir national park at Sasan. Few resort name and site available here. One can visit in her/his convenient way.  One can visit LION SAFARI CAMP here in Gir National Park.  It is situated in a propietor owned mango orchard overlooking the Hiran River.

Sl No.	Hotel Name	Click to Know More
1	The Fern Gir Forest Resort	Click for Booking
2	The Gateway Hotel Gir Forest	Click for Booking
3	Sinh sadan Guest House	Click for booking
4	Hotel Green Park	Click for Booking
5	Amidhara Resort	Click for Booking
6	Sukhsagar Gir Resort	Click for Booking
7	Hotel Leo	Click for Booking

Gir  Nataional Park Resorts

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How to reach here:

Gir National Park is 60 km from Junagadh, the most common base for making a visit, and 360 km from Ahmedabad.  The main centre is at Sasan Gir, and has a forest guest house maintained by the park, just opposite the railway station.  One can travel by rail to Junagadh from Ahmedabad or Rajkot and then take a 65 km road trip on bus or taxi to Sasan Gir. A permit for entering the park is obtained at the Sinh Sadan Orientation Centre, Visit Gujarat Forest Department Website for timing. A 35-40 km driving route through the park is maintained for visitors. Unless traveling with an official and experienced guide, you must not leave your vehicle at any time, for your own safety as well as the well-being of the park and its inhabitants.)  Entry fees, per vehicle with up to 6 occupants, are, for Indians- Rs. 400/- Mon.-Fri., Rs. 500/- Sat.-Sun., and Rs. 600/- for holidays.  Entry for foreigners US$40. Sasan Gir, Tel: 02877 285541. The best time to visit this park is during the months of Mid October - Mid June, and the best recommended time is December – April.