Devalia Safari Park, about 12–13 km from Sasan Gir village, is a fenced Gir Interpretation Zone created as a “mini Gir.” Spread over roughly 4.12 sq km / 412 hectares, it holds representative habitats and wildlife of Gir, with high chances of seeing lions, leopards, deer, blackbuck, foxes and many birds on short safaris by bus or jeep. Because the animals are within a controlled enclosure, sightings are usually easier and ideal for visitors with limited time, elderly travellers, or families travelling with kids. For Ghoomein, position Devalia as the “quick lion-sighting option” and as an alternative during peak seasons or when jungle permits are hard to get.
About this place
History & highlights
Devalia was set up by the Gujarat Forest Department as a way to reduce tourism pressure on the core Gir jungle while still letting visitors experience lions and other wildlife. Over time it has become a key part of the Gir tourism circuit, operating with fixed timings and limited-capacity safaris. Its interpretation role—educating visitors on Gir’s ecosystem and conservation—is as important as its wildlife viewing function, making it a model for controlled eco-tourism zones in India.
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