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Sasan Gir Package

Situated about 65km SE of Junagarh district in the state of Gujarat in South West India, the Sasan Gir National Park was established on 18th September, 1965, as a Forest Reserve, primarily to conserve the Asiatic lion-classified as one of the World's most threatened species. Now Gir National Park is the only remaining place in the world, where one is likely to see the Asiatic Lion., Gir National Park is a paradise for the connoisseurs of wildlife.

Most of the tourists explore the sanctuary in search of Asiatic Lions. The lions, a smaller more compact version of their African cousins are best viewed at dawn or dusk when they are on the move. Gir has also leopards and numerous chital, nilgai, chinkara, the four horned antelope and wild boar. Marsh crocodiles are often seen at kamleshwar dam & farm developed in the forest. The forest is rich in bird life and the paradise flycatcher, black headed cuckoo shrike, pied woodpecker, Bonelli's eagle, crested serpant eagle, painted sandgrouse, bush quail and grey partridge are among the variety that is found here.

Package Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Rajkot. Travel to Sasan Gir

Early morning safari exploring Velavadar. Proceed to Sasan Gir (220 kms- 4 hours), abode of Asiatic Lions and considered excellent for bird watching. The park checklist has 250 birds and about 50 other species (including the endangered lesser florican and the saras crane) are recorded in the grasslands along the periphery of the sanctuary. Evening Safari in Gir. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2: Morning and Evening Safari at Sasan Gir

Sasan Gir has number of areas / wetlands that offer excellent Bird watching opportuniteis. Undertake safaris (morning and evening) for exploring different areas of the park. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3: Morning Safari at Sasan Gir

Morning Safari at Sasan Gir. Travel to Dasada (330 kms- 5.5 hrs). Dasada, part of Little Rann of Kutch is a bird watching destination at 90 kms from Ahmedabad. The Little Rann of Kutch Wildlife sanctuary spreads over 4950 sq km in area comprising a range habitats from saline desert plains, arid grasslands, rocky and thorn scrub to lakes and marshes. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4: Bird Watching around Dasada

After breakfast "Explore Bird Watching around Dasada. Nawa Talao lake, the wetland near Patdi fort and many reservoirs of Surendranagar district offer good winter birding opportunities. Birds like rose -coloured starling and green pigeon are often seen at Dasada village. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 5: Departure

After breakfast travel to Ahmedabad (90 kms) and depart for onward journey.

Inclusions

Welcome drink on arrival.
Accommodation on Double / Twin Sharing Basis as Per Package Selected.
Daily Breakfast.
All Sightseeing as per Itinerary.
All Transportation and Sightseeing.
All permit fees & hotel taxes (as per itinerary).

Exclusions

Any Kind of Personal Expenses or Optional Tours /Extra Meals Ordered.
Tips, Insurance, Laundry, Phone Calls.
Any Kind of Drinks (Alcoholic, Mineral, Aerated).
Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary/ stay on account of flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, roadblocks and/or any factors beyond control.
Service Tax.

Important Notes

Payments policy

25% Amount at the time of booking. 100% Amount 15 days or earlier, before travel date. Payment by cheque or online payment facility available. Your booking confirmation number will be provided to you.

Tour Cancilation policy

Strictly depends upon concerned hotel's cancellation policy
Minimum Cancilation charges before 10days of Travel Date is 10% of package cost

Terms & Conditions

Package cost will change if opted for guide service, choice of transport vehicle, hotel type change
Accommodation charges as mentioned in the package are with 2 persons staying together sharing the same room
Extra persons in same room charges extra
Altough we ensure you the best experience but unfortunate delays in travel and inefficient service of hotel is the responsibility of the respective parties.

How to reach Rajkot

By Train:

Rajkot Junction Railway Station (Station Code: RJT City Center) & Bhaktinagar (BKNG): Premier railway hub on Western Railway. High speed Vande Bharat Express and superfast trains connect Rajkot to Ahmedabad in under 3 hours, and Mumbai Central in 10 to 11 hours. Direct trains connect daily to Delhi, Jaipur, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Somnath, and Okha (Dwarka).

By Air:

Rajkot Greenfield International Airport (Hirasar Airport Code: HSR - 30 km east on NH-27):** Modern greenfield international airport with direct daily flights to New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Goa, Pune, and Udaipur.

By Road:

From Ahmedabad (~215 km / 3.5 to 4 hours):** Via 6 lane NH-47 through Limbdi and Bagodara.

From Jamnagar (~90 km / 1.5 hours):** Via 4 lane SH-26 / NH-27.

From Junagadh (~110 km / 2 hours):** Via NH-151.

From Somnath (~195 km / 3.5 hours):** Via NH-151 through Junagadh and Veraval.

GSRTC operates deluxe Express and Volvo AC buses 24x7 from Rajkot Central Bus Station (Shastri Maidan).

Local Transport:

Rajkot BRTS (Rajpath buses), auto rickshaws, e rickshaws, and app based cabs provide convenient transit across all city zones.

Places to Visit In Rajkot

Rajkot features Gandhian heritage homes, colonial Victorian museums, international doll galleries, and wildlife parks:

1. Kaba Gandhi No Delo (Mahatma Gandhi's Childhood Residence & Memorial Museum)

The ancestral heritage house where Mahatma Gandhi lived with his family from 1881 to 1887 while his father Karamchand Gandhi (Kaba Gandhi) served as the Prime Minister (Diwan) of Rajkot State. Preserved as a peaceful memorial museum with preserved family courtyards, rare archival photos, and spinning charkhas.

Kaba Gandhi No Delo — Mahatma Gandhi's Childhood Residence and National Heritage Memorial

2. Watson Museum & Jubilee Garden (1888 AD Historic Victorian Institution)

One of the oldest and most comprehensive museums in Gujarat, set within the verdant Jubilee Garden inside the Queen Victoria Memorial Institute. Named after Colonel John Watson, it houses priceless antiquities spanning Indus Valley pottery, 3rd century BC Kshatrapa stone inscriptions, Rajput arms, ivory carvings, and colonial portraits.

Watson Museum — 1888 Historic Victorian Museum inside Jubilee Garden

3. Rotary Dolls Museum (1,600+ Global Cultural Dolls & Interactive Exhibits)

A world famous museum curated by Rotary Club of Rajkot Midland, showcasing over 1,600 unique traditional dolls donated from 102 countries across five continents, complete with ethnic costumes, cultural traditions, flags, and interactive audio visual kiosks.

Rotary Dolls Museum — Unique International Cultural Dolls Museum in Rajkot

4. Pradhyuman Zoological Park & Lalpari Lake (137-Acre Nature Safari Zoo)

A modern 137 acre open moat zoological reserve on the serene banks of Lalpari Lake, creating natural habitats for Asiatic lions, Royal Bengal tigers, leopards, Indian wolves, chinkaras, and thousands of migratory waterfowl.

Pradhyuman Zoological Park — 137-Acre Nature Wildlife Safari Park near Lalpari Lake

5. BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir (Carved Pink Sandstone Architectural Masterpiece)

A magnificent Hindu temple on Kalawad Road built according to ancient Vedic Shilpa Shastras with hand carved pink Ambaji marble and Makrana stone, featuring ornate pillared mandapas and a peaceful sanctum.

BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir — Ornate Carved Vedic Temple on Kalawad Road

6. Rajkumar College (1870 AD Historic Indo Gothic Princely Heritage Academy)

One of the oldest and most prestigious boarding institutions in India founded in 1870 by British colonial authorities for the education of Kathiawar's royal princes, noted for its grand Elizabethan clocks and Gothic halls.

7. Rashtriya Shala & Gandhi Khadi Weaving Heritage Center (1921 AD)

Founded by Mahatma Gandhi in 1921 during the Non Cooperation movement, this 66 acre institution continues to preserve traditional hand spinning (*khadi*), Patola silk weaving, and local oil expelling crafts.

8. Aji Dam & Nyari Dam Scenic Reservoirs and Sunset Gardens

Vital freshwater reservoirs on the outskirts of Rajkot surrounded by manicured green gardens, illuminated musical step fountains, amusement rides, and peaceful evening waterfront promenades.

9. Shri Ramakrishna Ashram & Universal Temple of Sri Ramakrishna

A spiritual center established in 1927 on Dr. Yagnik Road, featuring a grand red sandstone temple modeled after Belur Math, serene meditation halls, library, and spiritual discourses.