The last domain of the mighty Asiatic lion, Gir Forest was once the hunting preserve of the Nawabs of Junagadh. This semi-arid forest has seven rivers meandering across it, and is also home to the rare pangolin, leopard, civet and many more endangered species of animals and birds.
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Bring back a souvenir
Bring back a souvenir
Bring back wildlife-themed T-shirts, caps, CDs, photos or books from the gift shop at the Devaliya Interpretation Zone within Gir Forest.
Meet A Crocodile
Meet A Crocodile
Pay a visit to the resident reptiles at The Sinh Sadan Crocodile Breeding Centre. Located within the Gir Forest, the crocodiles bred at this centre are later released into the wild.
Gorge on a Gujarati thali
Gorge on a Gujarati thali
You can’t leave this state without trying some of its lip-smacking food. Feast on a thali, which is a burst of flavours and a mix of textures, guaranteed to have you reaching for seconds.
See some reptiles
See some reptiles
A lesser-known resident of the Gir Forest is the crocodile. Visit the Sadan Crocodile Breeding Centre in the park to see adult as well as baby crocodiles up close.
Stock Up On Memories
Stock Up On Memories
Pick up gifts, souvenirs and books based on wildlife from the gift shop at the Devaliya Interpretation Centre within Gir Forest.
Get a closer look at the wild
Get a closer look at the wild
Head to the interpretation zone set up at Devaliya within the Gir Forest to get an overview of the sanctuary. Visit enclosures that allow you to observe Asiatic lions as well as the rest of Gir’s wildlife at close quarters.
Track down the king of the jungle
Track down the king of the jungle
Visit the Gir Forest, the only remaining place in the world where you can see the highly endangered royal Asiatic lion in the wild. Among other creatures, you can spot jackals, hyenas, antelopes, and leopards, as well as crocodiles in this sprawling forest.
Meet some feathered friends
Meet some feathered friends
Grab your binoculars and accompany a naturalist deep into the forest where you will wait and watch. See eagles swoop down on their prey, or hear the hoot of an owl ring through the jungle on a fascinating bird-watching tour in Gir Forest.
Devaliya Interpretation Centre
Devaliya Interpretation Centre
The large number of nature enthusiasts that flock to the forests of Gir hoping to spot a lion puts great pressure on the delicate ecosystem. This centre was set up to help ease that pressure by providing a space in which to learn more about the incredible biodiversity that struggles to survive here
Have A Feast
Have A Feast
Savour the flavours of Gujarat through a typical Kathiawadi thali at Gateway All Day, the restaurant at The Gateway Hotel Gir Forest. This set meal will allow you to sample the best foods of the region, including sev-tamatar nu shaak and dahi kadhi.
Scan The Skies
Scan The Skies
The forests of Gir have a rich variety of avifauna that call it home, including the endangered Bonelli’s eagle, six species of vulture and the Indian pitta. Go on an early-morning bird-watching tour with a naturalist to make the most of the experience.
Gir Forest
Gir Forest
The Asiatic lion was almost driven to extinction before the Nawab of Junagadh declared the area to be protected. Thanks to extensive conservation efforts, the lion population is now growing again. A safari through Gir allows you to see this regal creature and many others in their natural habitat.
