Silvassa Vasona Lion Safari

Silvassa Vasona Lion Safari in Silvassa (celebrated across western India as Dadra and Nagar Haveli's premier wildlife eco tourism sanctuary and an exhilarating forest safari reserve, established by the forest department across 20 hectares of protected natural teak and deciduous woodland, world famous for its open range Asiatic lion conservation habitat, specially designed net caged safari buses, and thrilling close up wildlife encounters), located along the Khanvel road at Vasona in Silvassa in Dadar and Nagar Haveli, stands as the union territory's most popular family wildlife destination.

Conceived as an extension of Asiatic lion breeding initiatives from Gujarat's Gir forest, this enclosed natural safari park allows regal Asiatic lions (Panthera leo persica) to roam freely across sprawling grasslands, dense bamboo clusters, and rocky watering holes while visitors safely observe them from fortified heavy mesh safari vehicles.

It's the home of the sprawling 20 hectare deciduous forest enclosure enclosed by seven meter-high safety chain link fencing, the continuous fleet of government operated wire mesh caged safari buses navigating designated unpaved jungle trails, the natural watering ponds where lion prides drink, rest, and groom in open shade, the lush bird watching zones sheltering peacocks, kingfishers, spotted doves, and jungle babblers, the adjacent Satmaliya Deer Park where spotted chital deer, sambar, and blackbucks graze peacefully, and an intensely thrilling, nature immersive safari atmosphere where the deep guttural roars of resting lions echo through the peaceful woodland.

It represents a rich wildlife conservation initiative, Asiatic lion protection, and forest safari adventure where natural teak woods, wire caged safari buses, lion prides, and Vasona eco tourism unite in Silvassa Vasona Lion Safari Silvassa.

Located at Vasona village along the Silvassa Khanvel Road, it sits just 10 km south of Silvassa town center, 8 km from Satmaliya Deer Park, 12 km from Bindrabin Shiva Temple, 26 km from Vapi Railway Station, and 175 km from Mumbai via NH 48, easily accessible by auto rickshaw, private car, or tourist taxi.

20 Hectare Forest Enclosure & Asiatic Lion Prides

The reserve provides a naturalistic habitat with rocky outcrops, tall grasses, and natural water pools simulating the dry deciduous forests of Gir.

Trained forest department drivers handle specialized net protected buses within meters of lounging lions, giving photographers unforgettable close up views.

Truth is, watching a regal Asiatic lioness stretch lazily under the afternoon sun right next to your safari bus window is truly unforgettable.

Caged Net Buses & Satmaliya Deer Park Combo

Safely Caged Buses: The 20 minute guided bus tour takes visitors through security airlocks directly into the roaming territory of the lions.

Satmaliya Deer Park: Located just 8 km away, where watchtowers allow panoramic views of hundreds of free roaming spotted deer and antelopes.

Silvassa Nature & Eco Tourism Circuit

Khanvel Highway Route: Sits directly on the route between Silvassa town center (10 km) and the scenic Khanvel resort valley (15 km).

Haveli Day Tour: Connects smoothly with Bindrabin Temple (12 km), Madhuban Dam / Dudhni Lake (30 km), and Tribal Cultural Museum (10 km).

After taking the thrilling lion safari at Vasona, tour Satmaliya Deer Park, explore Bindrabin Temple, or tour Silvassa.