Lion, Hyaena, Wolf, Blackbuck, and Wild Ass
Gujarat, located in Western India, boasts a remarkable diversity of wildlife, making it a prime destination for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. From the iconic Asiatic lions to the largest breeding ground of the Lesser Flamingoes in India, Gujarat offers a myriad of experiences for those seeking to explore its natural riches. Let's delve into the enchanting world of Gujarat's wildlife and uncover the hidden gems that await.
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3 different locations - each of which offer insights into the landscape that was once rather wild, and now has been reduced to small, but rich, pockets.
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Embark on an exhilarating wildlife safari in Gujarat's renowned national parks and sanctuaries. From the dense forests of Gir National Park, the salt pans of Little Rann of Kutch, to the open grasslands of Velavadar National Park, where the elegant blackbucks roam free, each safari promises thrilling encounters with Gujarat's iconic wildlife.
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Here, the Big Five of India's Wild Grasslands : Asiatic Lion, Indian Wild Ass or Onager, Striped Hyaena, Indian Grey Wolf, and the Blackbuck, amongst other unique Indian wildlife, live side by side the local people of the area.
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Which are the Parks/Areas visited in the Western India Tour :
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Gir National Park, Little Rann of Kutch, and Velavadar Blackbuck Sanctuary.
Striped Hyenas occupy scrub forests and grasslands. They make burrows out in the open fields, and are susceptible to being disturbed by humans. The Blackbuck Sanctuary at Velavadar is one of the last safe heavens of the Blackbukck, Striped Hyaena, and the Grey Wolf in India. Photo credit : Yirui Heng
The Salt Pans of Little Rann of Kutch are home to an endemic equid species, a mammal that is only found in Little Rann of Kutch, Gujarat : the Indian Wild Ass or the Indian Onager.
Behold the wonders of this dry desert of Gujarat, Western India. It is a paradise for wildlife travelers, birders, and photographers
Striped Hyenas occupy scrub forests and grasslands. They make burrows out in the open fields, and are susceptible to being disturbed by humans. The Blackbuck Sanctuary at Velavadar is one of the last safe heavens of the Blackbukck, Striped Hyaena, and the Grey Wolf in India. Photo credit : Yirui Heng
Western India Wildlife Tour of Gujarat
11 nights/12 days
Mumbai - Little Rann of Kutch - Blackbuck Sanctuary - Gir National Park - Mumbai
Asiatic Lion, Striped Hyena, Indian Wild Ass, Indian Grey Wolf, Blackbuck
Where does the Gujarat Wildlife Tour begin?
Points of Entry and Exit
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Arrival and Departure from Mumbai International Airport - well connected to airports across the world. These are also the best connected airports domestically.
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First destination is Little Rann of Kutch - Land of the Indian Wild Ass. 01 hour flight to Ahmedabad from Mumbai Airport - and a 04 hour drive away by road.
How Many Nights are spent at each Destination on the Gujarat Wildlife Tour?
How Many Nights are spent at each Big 5 Destination?
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Mumbai/Delhi : 1 night
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Little Rann of Kutch :
3 nights​
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Velavadar: 3 nights
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Gir : 3 nights
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Mumbai-1 nights
What are the Types of Safaris on the Big Five tour?
What are the Types of Safaris on
this tour?
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Jeep Safaris
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Walking Safaris on Nature Trails
Mammal Highlights
Mammal Highlights
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Asiatic Lion
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Indian Onager or Indian Wild Ass
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Striped Hyena
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Indian Grey Wolf
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Blackbuck
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Desert Fox
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Desert Cat
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Jungle Cat
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Indian Leopard
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Blue Bull or Nilgai
Reptile Highlights
Reptile Highlights
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Spiny-tailed Lizard
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Indian Rock Python
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Red Sand Boa
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Russel's Viper
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Indian Spectacled Cobra
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Saw-scaled Viper
Birds Highlights
Birding Highlights
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Lesser Flamingo
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Greater Flamingo
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Demoiselle Crane
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Common Crane
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Greater Hoopoe Lark
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Short-eared Owl
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Cream coloured Courser
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Indian Courser
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Mcqueen's or Houbara Bustard
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Crsted Lark
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Rufous tailed Scrub Robin
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Sociable Lapwing
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Spotted Sandgrouse
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Pallid Harrier
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Laggar Falcon
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Red tailed Falcon
Day
1-4
Day 01: Arrive at Mumbai International Airport. Transfer to an airport near the hotel for overnight stay. Day 02: Morning flight to Ahmedabad. Drive to Little Rann of Kutch, which is about 03 hours away by road. Arrive by lunch and then set off for an Afternoon Jeep Safari atLittle Rann of Kutch Overnight stay at Little Rann of Kutch Day 03: Morning & Afternoon Jeep Safari at Little Rann of Kutch. Day 04: Morning & Afternoon Jeep Safari at Little Rann of Kutch.
Day
6-8
Day 06 : Morning and afternoon Jeep Safari at Velavadar Blackbuck Sanctuary Day 07 : Morning and Afternoon Jeep Safaris at Velavadar Blackbuck Sanctuary. Day 08 : Morning Jeep Safari at
Day
05
Day 05 : Depart from Little Rann of Kutch in the morning and drive to Velavadar Blackbuck Sanctuary by lunch time. Afternoon Jeep Safari at the Blackbuck Sanctuary.
Day
09
Day 09 : Depart from Gir and drive back to Ahmebadad for an overnight stay.
Asiatic Lion in India
The last abode of the Asiatic Lion.
It is a stunning success story of conservation where this species was for all constructive purposes, wiped out of existence from its home in Central and South Asia. Today 400 lions roam at Gir, and they share their landscape around another formidable cat : the Leopard.
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The forests are dry deciduous Teak forests, with scrub and grasslands which are perfect habitat for these magnificient creatures.
Here, the Lion hunts mainly Deer, Wild Boar and Nilgai. There are several instances of Lions going after livestock – yet there seem to be no retaliatory killings, such is the regard for the lions which the local villagers have.
However, when the Lions venture into towns, there are several cases of largely ignorant persons who take advantage of the Lions docile attitude towards man.
This is an iconic species and we hope that they will be able to spread out and reclaim some of their lost grounds in Central India. They were once found in Eastern Europe in Turkey, the Middle East and large parts of Central Asia.
Male Asiatic Lion in India at Gir National Park. The only place in the world to find them on safari in the wild.
Male Asiatic Lion in India at Gir National Park. The only place in the world to find them on safari in the wild.
The Lion in India lives in the shadow of the Tiger and in that of the African Lion as well, rather unfairly. This is probably due to the landscape of dry, human filled landscape of Gir in Gujarat. However, let us not forget that this is the last abode of the Asiatic Lion in the world and a must visit destination on the Indian Wildlife Safari circuit.
Male Asiatic Lion in India at Gir National Park. The only place in the world to find them on safari in the wild.
Striped Hyaena, Wolf, and Blackbuck's Grasslands
Gujarat, located in Western India, boasts a remarkable diversity of wildlife, making it a prime destination for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. From the iconic Asiatic lions to the largest breeding ground of the Lesser Flamingoes in India, Gujarat offers a myriad of experiences for those seeking to explore its natural riches. Let's delve into the enchanting world of Gujarat's wildlife and uncover the hidden gems that await.
​
3 different locations - each of which offer insights into the landscape that was once rather wild, and now has been reduced to small, but rich, pockets.
​
Embark on an exhilarating wildlife safari in Gujarat's renowned national parks and sanctuaries. From the dense forests of Gir National Park, the salt pans of Little Rann of Kutch, to the open grasslands of Velavadar National Park, where the elegant blackbucks roam free, each safari promises thrilling encounters with Gujarat's iconic wildlife.
​
Here, the Big Five of India's Wild Grasslands : Asiatic Lion, Indian Wild Ass or Onager, Striped Hyaena, Indian Grey Wolf, and the Blackbuck, amongst other unique Indian wildlife, live side by side the local people of the area.
​
Which are the Parks/Areas visited in the Western India Tour :
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Gir National Park, Little Rann of Kutch, and Velavadar Blackbuck Sanctuary.
A rare mammal to see in the wild on safari. At Velavadar Blackbuck Sanctuary, there are active packs of wolf living in the last protected areas of the wild in this part of the world.
Rarely seen anywhere, Gujarat's grasslands are the best places in the world to see these elusive animals. Photo credit : Yirui Heng
Striped Hyenas occupy scrub forests and grasslands. They make burrows out in the open fields, and are susceptible to being disturbed by humans. The Blackbuck Sanctuary at Velavadar is one of the last safe heavens of the Blackbukck, Striped Hyaena, and the Grey Wolf in India. Photo credit : Yirui Heng
A rare mammal to see in the wild on safari. At Velavadar Blackbuck Sanctuary, there are active packs of wolf living in the last protected areas of the wild in this part of the world.
Lion, Hyaena, Wolf, Blackbuck, and Wild Ass
Gujarat, located in Western India, boasts a remarkable diversity of wildlife, making it a prime destination for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. From the iconic Asiatic lions to the largest breeding ground of the Lesser Flamingoes in India, Gujarat offers a myriad of experiences for those seeking to explore its natural riches. Let's delve into the enchanting world of Gujarat's wildlife and uncover the hidden gems that await.
​
3 different locations - each of which offer insights into the landscape that was once rather wild, and now has been reduced to small, but rich, pockets.
​
Embark on an exhilarating wildlife safari in Gujarat's renowned national parks and sanctuaries. From the dense forests of Gir National Park, the salt pans of Little Rann of Kutch, to the open grasslands of Velavadar National Park, where the elegant blackbucks roam free, each safari promises thrilling encounters with Gujarat's iconic wildlife.
​
Here, the Big Five of India's Wild Grasslands : Asiatic Lion, Indian Wild Ass or Onager, Striped Hyaena, Indian Grey Wolf, and the Blackbuck, amongst other unique Indian wildlife, live side by side the local people of the area.
​
Which are the Parks/Areas visited in the Western India Tour :
-
Gir National Park, Little Rann of Kutch, and Velavadar Blackbuck Sanctuary.
The Salt Pans of Little Rann of Kutch are home to an endemic equid species, a mammal that is only found in Little Rann of Kutch, Gujarat : the Indian Wild Ass or the Indian Onager. One of the best places for Wildlife Photography in India
India's Little Rann of Kutch has wildlife that is unique and mesmerising, and a definite bucket list destination for wildlife lovers, birders, and photographers.
The Salt Pans of Little Rann of Kutch are home to an endemic equid species, a mammal that is only found in Little Rann of Kutch, Gujarat : the Indian Wild Ass or the Indian Onager. One of the best places for Wildlife Photography in India
Western India Wildlife Tour of Gujarat
11 nights/12 days
Mumbai - Little Rann of Kutch - Blackbuck Sanctuary - Gir National Park - Mumbai
Asiatic Lion, Striped Hyena, Indian Wild Ass, Indian Grey Wolf, Blackbuck
Where does the Gujarat Wildlife Tour begin?
Points of Entry and Exit
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Arrival and Departure from Mumbai International Airport - well connected to airports across the world. These are also the best connected airports domestically.
-
First destination is Little Rann of Kutch - Land of the Indian Wild Ass. 01 hour flight to Ahmedabad from Mumbai Airport - and a 04 hour drive away by road.
How Many Nights are spent at each Destination on the Gujarat Wildlife Tour?
How Many Nights are spent at each Big 5 Destination?
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Mumbai/Delhi : 1 night
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Little Rann of Kutch :
3 nights​
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Velavadar: 3 nights
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Gir : 3 nights
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Mumbai-1 nights
What are the Types of Safaris on the Big Five tour?
What are the Types of Safaris on
this tour?
-
Jeep Safaris
-
Walking Safaris on Nature Trails
Mammal Highlights
Mammal Highlights
-
Asiatic Lion
-
Indian Onager or Indian Wild Ass
-
Striped Hyena
-
Indian Grey Wolf
-
Blackbuck
-
Desert Fox
-
Desert Cat
-
Jungle Cat
-
Indian Leopard
-
Blue Bull or Nilgai
Reptile Highlights
Reptile Highlights
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Spiny-tailed Lizard
-
Indian Rock Python
-
Red Sand Boa
-
Russel's Viper
-
Indian Spectacled Cobra
-
Saw-scaled Viper
Birds Highlights
Birding Highlights
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Lesser Flamingo
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Greater Flamingo
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Demoiselle Crane
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Common Crane
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Greater Hoopoe Lark
-
Short-eared Owl
-
Cream coloured Courser
-
Indian Courser
-
Mcqueen's or Houbara Bustard
-
Crsted Lark
-
Rufous tailed Scrub Robin
-
Sociable Lapwing
-
Spotted Sandgrouse
-
Pallid Harrier
-
Laggar Falcon
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Red tailed Falcon
Day
1-4
Day 01: Arrive at Mumbai International Airport. Transfer to an airport near the hotel for overnight stay. Day 02: Morning flight to Ahmedabad. Drive to Little Rann of Kutch, which is about 03 hours away by road. Arrive by lunch and then set off for an Afternoon Jeep Safari atLittle Rann of Kutch Overnight stay at Little Rann of Kutch Day 03: Morning & Afternoon Jeep Safari at Little Rann of Kutch. Day 04: Morning & Afternoon Jeep Safari at Little Rann of Kutch.
Day
6-8
Day 06 : Morning and afternoon Jeep Safari at Velavadar Blackbuck Sanctuary Day 07 : Morning and Afternoon Jeep Safaris at Velavadar Blackbuck Sanctuary. Day 08 : Morning Jeep Safari at
Day
05
Day 05 : Depart from Little Rann of Kutch in the morning and drive to Velavadar Blackbuck Sanctuary by lunch time. Afternoon Jeep Safari at the Blackbuck Sanctuary.
Day
09
Day 09 : Depart from Gir and drive back to Ahmebadad for an overnight stay.
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