Sasan Gir Tour Package, Lion Camp Safari Sasan Gir, Junagadh, Gujarat, Sasan Gir Tour
Welcome to Mango Safari Camp Sasan Gir
Situated about 65km SE of Junagarh district in the state of Gujarat in South West India, the Sasan GirNational 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. The The sanctuary covers a total area of 1412.13 sq kms as protected area which comprises of 258.7 sq kms as National park and 1153.4 sq kms as National park and 1153.4 Sq Kms as Sanctuary. Besides this 470.5 Sq Kms forest area constitutes a buffer zone as reserve, protected and un-classed forest. Thus a total area of 1882.6 Sq Kms forms Gir forest.
Out of a total area of 1882.6 Sq Kms, 1502.7 Sq Kms falls in the Junagadh District and 379.9 Sq Kms in Amreli district. The most important aspect of Gir is that it has become a most stable ecosystem with tremendous regenerating, self supporting and sustaining power due to its rich and diverse flora and fauna.
The Unique ecosystem of Gir harbours about 38 species of mammals, around 300 species of birds, 37 species of reptiles and more than 2000 species of insects.
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.
Season and Climate::
Winter : (Oct to Mar) – Min. tempreature less than 10®C. Best time for bird watching & Safari
Summer: (Apr to Jun) – Max. 40®C.
NOTE: (June 15th to 0ct 15th) Gir National Park is closed
Safari Timings: Morning 06.00 am to 09.00 am & Evening 03.00 pm to 05.00 pm
Gir National Park Tips Gir National Park Travel Tips
Take official guides along with you on the park trip. Wear loose fitting and simple clothes that blend with the park surroundings. Carry plenty of water along with you.
Not to do at Gir National Park
Do not disturb the animals during day time as most of the nocturnal animals sleep during day time.
Do not try to irritate the animals or make them angry by teasing them.
Do not smoke inside the park. Do not use flash or intrusive photography.
Picking of plants and insects is strictly prohibited. Camping and picnicking is not allowed within the park.
Contact us for Sasan Gir, Gir National Park Visit.
Website - www.mangosafaricampsasangir.com
Call us at Tel: +91 79 2644 0626 Mob: 09724342266
