How to plan a perfect vacation to Gir from Delhi?
- happyholidaying
- Mar 8
- 2 min read
Embarking on a safari through these untouched woods is like stepping into a nature lover's dream—lions or no lions!
Brief About Gir
The sanctuary roared to life in 1965, and by 1975, a whopping 259-sq-km chunk got crowned as a national park! Since the groovy late '60s, the lion population has surged from a mere 200 to a majestic 674 (thanks, Census 2020)! Talk about a furry comeback!
To reach Gir National Park from Delhi, you have several travel options:
By Air (Fastest Option)
Flight from Delhi to Diu Airport (DIU) – (~2 hours)
Diu is the nearest airport, around 110 km from Gir.
From Diu, hire a taxi (approx. 2.5 hours drive).
Flight from Delhi to Rajkot Airport (RAJ) – (~1.5 hours)
Rajkot is about 160 km from Gir.
Take a taxi or a bus (approx. 3.5 hours drive).
Flight from Delhi to Ahmedabad Airport (AMD) – (~1.5 hours)
Ahmedabad is 350 km away.
Take a train, bus, or taxi from Ahmedabad (approx. 7-8 hours).
By Train (Budget-Friendly Option)
Board a train from Delhi to Junagadh (nearest major railway station, 70 km from Gir).
From Junagadh, take a taxi or bus (~2 hours).
Some major trains:
Delhi to Rajkot Express
Saurashtra Mail
Somnath Express (via Ahmedabad to Veraval, 45 km from Gir)
Best Option?
Fastest: Flight to Diu + Taxi.
Balanced: Flight to Rajkot + Taxi.
Budget: Train to Veraval/Junagadh + Taxi.
Spend Amazing 04 Nights/05 Days in Gir!!
Day I- Land in Rajkot as flights would be cheaper and shorter to reach Gir. Head towards Sasan Gir. We recommend you to visit Girnar on the way to Gir. Enjoy the ride on longest temple ropeway at Girnar, Junagadh. Check in at our verified partnered resort relax for the Day.
Day II- After the breakfast go for the famous Lion jeep safari in the fist half of the day. Second half go to Devalia Interpretation park. Safaris ensure an excellent sighting and unique wilderness experience.
Day III- After the breakfast go on a religious trip to famous Somnath temple. It is believed to be the first among the twelve jyotirlinga shrines of Shiva. Stay at Gir
Day IV- After the breakfast go on exploring the heritage side of Gujarat. Visit Mahabat Maqbara Palace, Adi Kadi Vav, Uparkot Fort and Naulakha Palace. Stay at Rajkot.
Day V- Backpack the amazing memories and promise Gujarat to come again.
Conclusion
So, to sum it up, Trip to Gir is an memorable experience. Exploring wildlife, heritage and religious side of Gujarat is the soul of this trip. Best time to visit- The best time to visit is from October to March
In a nutshell, your Gir tour is a mix of adventure and leisure. This itinerary involves less travel and more fun.
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