{"id":8188,"date":"2025-07-05T17:22:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-05T11:52:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/?p=8188"},"modified":"2025-07-30T18:01:50","modified_gmt":"2025-07-30T12:31:50","slug":"wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188","title":{"rendered":"Explore the Best 23 National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries in Gujarat"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The state of Gujarat contains several national parks and wildlife sanctuaries, which are protected areas where different animal species may live. <strong>National parks and wildlife sanctuaries in Gujarat<\/strong> play a vital role in safeguarding and preserving an area&#8217;s natural resources and biodiversity. Different flora and animal species may develop and reproduce in safety thanks to them.<\/p><img width=\"1390\" height=\"679\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/National-Parks-and-Wildlife-Sanctuaries-of-Gujarat-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-post-single size-post-single wp-post-image\" alt=\"National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries of Gujarat\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/National-Parks-and-Wildlife-Sanctuaries-of-Gujarat-1.jpg 1390w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/National-Parks-and-Wildlife-Sanctuaries-of-Gujarat-1-300x147.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/National-Parks-and-Wildlife-Sanctuaries-of-Gujarat-1-1024x500.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/National-Parks-and-Wildlife-Sanctuaries-of-Gujarat-1-768x375.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/National-Parks-and-Wildlife-Sanctuaries-of-Gujarat-1-1200x586.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/National-Parks-and-Wildlife-Sanctuaries-of-Gujarat-1-345x169.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/National-Parks-and-Wildlife-Sanctuaries-of-Gujarat-1-770x376.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/National-Parks-and-Wildlife-Sanctuaries-of-Gujarat-1-150x73.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1390px) 100vw, 1390px\" title=\"National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries of Gujarat\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>National Parks in Gujarat<\/strong> are very significant because they save a wide range of local species, such as the Asiatic lion, flamingo, blackbuck, and many others. Additionally, these protected areas aid in preserving the area&#8217;s natural harmony and assist save threatened species from extinction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Moreover, <strong>Wildlife Sanctuaries in Gujarat<\/strong> also serve as a source of tourism, providing a platform for people to learn about and appreciate the natural beauty and ecological diversity of the region. They also provide employment opportunities for local communities and contribute to the economic development of the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188\/#23_Best_Wildlife_Sanctuaries_and_National_Parks_in_Gujarat\" >23 Best Wildlife Sanctuaries and National Parks in Gujarat:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188\/#1_Balaram_Ambaji_Wildlife_Sanctuary_Banaskantha\" >1. Balaram Ambaji Wildlife Sanctuary, Banaskantha:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188\/#2_Barda_Hills_Wildlife_Sanctuary_Porbandar\" >2. Barda Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, Porbandar:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188\/#3_Blackbuck_National_Park_Bhavnagar\" >3. Blackbuck National Park, Bhavnagar:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188\/#4_Gaga_Wildlife_Sanctuary_Dwarka\" >4. Gaga Wildlife Sanctuary, Dwarka:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188\/#5_Gir_National_Park_%E2%80%93_The_Land_of_Asiatic_Lions\" >5. Gir National Park &#8211; The Land of Asiatic Lions:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188\/#6_Hingolgadh_Nature_Education_Sanctuary_Rajkot\" >6. Hingolgadh Nature Education Sanctuary, Rajkot:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188\/#7_Indian_Wild_Ass_Sanctuary_%E2%80%93_Little_Rann_of_Kutch\" >7. Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary &#8211; Little Rann of Kutch:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188\/#8_Jambughoda_Wildlife_Sanctuary_Panchmahal\" >8. Jambughoda Wildlife Sanctuary, Panchmahal:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188\/#9_Jessore_Sloth_Bear_Sanctuary_Palanpur\" >9. Jessore Sloth Bear Sanctuary, Palanpur:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188\/#10_Khijadiya_Bird_Sanctuary_Jamnagar\" >10. Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary, Jamnagar:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188\/#11_Kutch_Bustard_Sanctuary_Kutch\" >11. Kutch Bustard Sanctuary, Kutch:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188\/#12_Kutch_Desert_Wildlife_Sanctuary_Bhuj\" >12. Kutch Desert Wildlife Sanctuary, Bhuj:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188\/#13_Marine_National_Park_Gulf_of_Kutch\" >13. Marine National Park, Gulf of Kutch:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188\/#14_Mitiyala_Wildlife_Sanctuary_Amreli\" >14. Mitiyala Wildlife Sanctuary, Amreli:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188\/#15_Nal_Sarovar_Bird_Sanctuary_Ahmedabad\" >15. Nal Sarovar Bird Sanctuary, Ahmedabad:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188\/#16_Narayan_Sarovar_Sanctuary_Kutch\" >16. Narayan Sarovar Sanctuary, Kutch:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188\/#17_Porbandar_Bird_Sanctuary_Porbandar\" >17. Porbandar Bird Sanctuary, Porbandar:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188\/#18_Purna_Wildlife_Sanctuary_Dang\" >18. Purna Wildlife Sanctuary, Dang:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188\/#19_Rampara_Wildlife_Sanctuary_Rajkot\" >19. Rampara Wildlife Sanctuary, Rajkot:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188\/#20_Ratanmahal_Sloth_Bear_Sanctuary_Dahod\" >20. Ratanmahal Sloth Bear Sanctuary, Dahod:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188\/#21_Shoolpaneshwar_Wildlife_Sanctuary_Rajpipla\" >21. Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary, Rajpipla:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188\/#22_Thol_Wildlife_Sanctuary_Mehsana\" >22. Thol Wildlife Sanctuary, Mehsana:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-gujarat-8188\/#23_Vansda_National_Park_Saputara\" >23. Vansda National Park, Saputara:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"23_Best_Wildlife_Sanctuaries_and_National_Parks_in_Gujarat\"><\/span>23 Best Wildlife Sanctuaries and National Parks in Gujarat:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So without further delay, here\u2019s our comprehensive guide to the top 23 must-visit national parks and wildlife sanctuaries in Gujarat in 2025 for you and your friends along with stepwise guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Balaram_Ambaji_Wildlife_Sanctuary_Banaskantha\"><\/span>1. Balaram Ambaji Wildlife Sanctuary, Banaskantha:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"291\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Balaram-Ambaji-Wildlife-Sanctuary-Banner.jpg\" alt=\"Balaram Ambaji Wildlife Sanctuary\" class=\"wp-image-8193\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Balaram-Ambaji-Wildlife-Sanctuary-Banner.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Balaram-Ambaji-Wildlife-Sanctuary-Banner-300x109.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Balaram-Ambaji-Wildlife-Sanctuary-Banner-768x279.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Balaram-Ambaji-Wildlife-Sanctuary-Banner-345x125.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Balaram-Ambaji-Wildlife-Sanctuary-Banner-770x280.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Balaram-Ambaji-Wildlife-Sanctuary-Banner-150x55.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Balaram Wildlife Sanctuary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Balaram Ambaji Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area near Ambaji in the Banaskantha district of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/state\/gujarat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gujarat<\/a>. Tourists and environmentalists alike like visiting the 200-square-kilometer reserve. It is very famous for animal life and plantation. Tourists can find many animals there including tigers, leopards, sloth bears, deer, antelopes, and a variety of bird species. This sanctuary is one of the important wildlife sanctuaries in Gujarat, showcasing the state\u2019s rich biodiversity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best Time to Visit Balaram Ambaji Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to visit Balaram Ambaji Wildlife Sanctuary is from <strong>October to May<\/strong>, as the weather is cooler and more pleasant during this time. The sanctuary is also home to many migratory birds during this time period, making it a great time for birdwatching. The sanctuary is open from 6:00\u202fam to 5:00\u202fpm (Everyday).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to Reach Balaram Ambaji Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Air:<\/strong> The nearest airport to the sanctuary is the Ahmedabad Airport, which is located about 180 km away.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Train:<\/strong> The nearest railway station to the sanctuary is the Abu Road Railway Station, which is located about 22 km away.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Road:<\/strong> There are regular bus services from cities like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/cities\/places-to-visit-in-ahmedabad\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ahmedabad<\/a>, Palanpur, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/patan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Patan<\/a> to reach the sanctuary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearby Locations of Balaram Ambaji Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/mount-abu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mount Abu<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/ambaji-temple\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shri Arasuri Ambaji Mata Temple<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gabbar Hill<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shri <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/koteshwar-temple\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Koteshwar<\/a> Mahadev Temple<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kumbharia Jain Temples<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Barda_Hills_Wildlife_Sanctuary_Porbandar\"><\/span>2. Barda Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, Porbandar:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"291\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Barda-Hills-Wildlife-Sanctuary-Banner.jpg\" alt=\"Barda Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, Porbandar\" class=\"wp-image-8194\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Barda-Hills-Wildlife-Sanctuary-Banner.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Barda-Hills-Wildlife-Sanctuary-Banner-300x109.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Barda-Hills-Wildlife-Sanctuary-Banner-768x279.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Barda-Hills-Wildlife-Sanctuary-Banner-345x125.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Barda-Hills-Wildlife-Sanctuary-Banner-770x280.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Barda-Hills-Wildlife-Sanctuary-Banner-150x55.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Barda Hills Wildlife Sanctuary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Barda Hills Wildlife Sanctuary is located in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/tourist-places-to-visit-in-porbandar-4515\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Porbandar<\/a>, Gujarat. It covers an area of approximately 192 sq km and is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including various species of birds, mammals, reptiles, and insects. The sanctuary is known for its rich diversity of wildlife, including Asiatic lions, leopards, wolf, wild boar, jackals, hyenas, deer, blue bull, crocodiles and snakes, and various species of birds such as vultures, eagles, and parakeets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best Time to Visit Barda Hills Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to visit Barda Hills Wildlife Sanctuary is from <strong>October to February<\/strong>. It is also the peak season for birdwatching, as many migratory birds visit the sanctuary during this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to Reach Barda Hills Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Road:<\/strong> It is located at a distance of about 8 km from Ranavav.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Train:<\/strong> The nearest railway stations to Barda Hills Wildlife Sanctuary are Porbandar and Jamnagar, which are well-connected to major cities across the country.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Air:<\/strong> The nearest airport to Barda Hills Wildlife Sanctuary is Porbandar Airport, which is located about 51 km from the sanctuary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearby Locations of Barda Hills Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bileshwar Mahadev temple<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/kileshwar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kileshwar temple<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gir Forest National Park &amp; Sanctuary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/somnath-temple\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Somnath temple<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Porbandar Bird Sanctuary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/kirti-mandir-memorial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kirti Mandir at Porbandar<\/a>&#8211; Birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bharat Mandir at Porbandar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Planetarium at Porbandar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Harsiddh Mata Temple near Porbandar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Blackbuck_National_Park_Bhavnagar\"><\/span>3. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/blackbuck-national-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Blackbuck National Park<\/a>, Bhavnagar:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"291\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Velavadar-Blackbuck-National-Park.jpg\" alt=\"Blackbuck National Park, Velavadar\" class=\"wp-image-8198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Velavadar-Blackbuck-National-Park.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Velavadar-Blackbuck-National-Park-300x109.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Velavadar-Blackbuck-National-Park-768x279.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Velavadar-Blackbuck-National-Park-345x125.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Velavadar-Blackbuck-National-Park-770x280.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Velavadar-Blackbuck-National-Park-150x55.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Blackbuck National Park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A protected region called Blackbuck National Park, Velavadar is situated in Velavadar, Bhavnagar District, Gujarat. It is well-known for being a safe haven for the critically endangered blackbuck antelope. The country&#8217;s greatest blackbuck population is there. Blackbucks are an antelope species. The park, which has a footprint of around 34.08 square kilometers, was founded in 1976. More than 170 different species of birds as well as wolves, jackals, hyenas, and other fauna may be found there. Eco-tourists and nature lovers alike frequently visit it. It is another remarkable example of national parks in Gujarat preserving unique grassland ecosystems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best Time to Visit Blackbuck National Park, Velavadar:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to visit Blackbuck National Park, Velavadar is during the months of <strong>October to March<\/strong>. The park is open from 07:00 am to 06:00 pm (Everyday).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to Reach Blackbuck National Park, Velavadar:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Air:<\/strong> The nearest airport is Bhavnagar, which is about 53 km from the national park.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Train:<\/strong> The nearest railway station is Dhola (52 km) and Bhavnagar (47 km) from the national park.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Road:<\/strong> The national park is well-connected to major cities by road. You can take a bus from Vallabhipur to reach the national park.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearby Locations of Blackbuck National Park, Velavadar:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Takhteshwar Temple<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Palitana and Shatrunjaya hill<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Khodiyar Mandir<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Gaga_Wildlife_Sanctuary_Dwarka\"><\/span>4. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/gaga-wildlife-sanctuary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gaga Wildlife Sanctuary<\/a>, Dwarka:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"531\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Gaga-Wildlife-Sanctuary.jpg\" alt=\"Gaga Wildlife Sanctuary\" class=\"wp-image-8204\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Gaga-Wildlife-Sanctuary.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Gaga-Wildlife-Sanctuary-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Gaga-Wildlife-Sanctuary-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Gaga-Wildlife-Sanctuary-301x200.jpg 301w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Gaga-Wildlife-Sanctuary-640x425.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Gaga-Wildlife-Sanctuary-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Gaga Wildlife Sanctuary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gaga Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area situated in Kalyanpur taluka, Devbhumi&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/dwarka\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dwarka<\/a> district of Gujarat. It was established in 1988 and covers an area of 332.87 hectares. It is home to a diverse array of flora and fauna, including a variety of bird species, reptiles, and mammals including blackbucks, chinkaras, and spotted deer, as well as a wide range of birds like pelicans, spot-billed ducks, flamingoes, and demoiselle cranes and common cranes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The sanctuary is also known for its beautiful landscape, with vast stretches of grasslands and forests, as well as various water bodies. Additionally, the sanctuary is located near the holy city of Dwarka, which is a major religious and cultural center in Gujarat, making it a popular destination for pilgrims and tourists offering a range of activities such as birdwatching, hiking, and wildlife photography.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best Time to Visit Gaga Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to visit Gaga Wildlife Sanctuary in Devbhoomi Dwarka is from <strong>October to March<\/strong>, during the winter months. The sanctuary is also home to a variety of migratory birds during this time, making it an excellent opportunity for bird watching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to Reach Gaga Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Air:<\/strong> The nearest airport is the Jamnagar Airport, located at a distance of 107 km from Devbhoomi Dwarka.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Train:<\/strong> The nearest railway station is the Bhatiya Railway Station, located at a distance of 15 km from the sanctuary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Road:<\/strong> The nearest bus station is Bhatiya at a distance of 15 km.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Boat:<\/strong> The sanctuary can also be reached by boat from the port of Dwarka.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearby Locations of Gaga Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dwarka Temple<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/nageshwar-jyotirlinga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nageshwar Jyotirlinga<\/a> Temple<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/bet-dwarka\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bet Dwarka<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Gir_National_Park_%E2%80%93_The_Land_of_Asiatic_Lions\"><\/span>5. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/gir-forest-national-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gir National Park<\/a> &#8211; The Land of Asiatic Lions:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"\u0aae\u0abe\u0ab0\u0ac0 \u0aa8\u0a9c\u0ab0\u0ac7 \u0a97\u0ac1\u0a9c\u0ab0\u0abe\u0aa4 \u0964 \u0a97\u0ac0\u0ab0 \u0a9c\u0a82\u0a97\u0ab2  | Gir Forest | Mari Najare Gujarat | Aditi Raval | Asiatic Lion\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/69Z79Go6ALU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gir National Park is a wildlife sanctuary also known as Sasan Gir located about 37 miles south-southwest of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/cities\/places-to-visit-in-junagadh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Junagadh<\/a> district of Gujarat. It is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna, including the Asiatic lion, leopards, spotted deer, sambar, and many species of birds. The park is known for its conservation efforts to protect the Asiatic lion, which is an endangered species. Visitors can freely roam among the animals in their natural habitat at the wildlife reserve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best Time to Visit Gir National Park:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to visit Gir National Park is from <strong>November to February <\/strong>when the weather is cool and dry. This is also the best time to spot wildlife as they tend to be more active during this period. The park is open from 6:00 am to 11:00\u202fam, 3:00 pm to 5:00\u202fpm everyday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to Reach Gir National Park:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Air:<\/strong> The nearest airport to Gir National Park is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/diu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Diu<\/a> Airport, which is located at a distance of 64 km.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Rail:<\/strong> The nearest railway station to Gir National Park is Veraval Railway Station, which is located at a distance of 64 km.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Road:<\/strong> Gir National Park is well-connected by road to major cities in Gujarat. You can take a bus or hire a taxi from Ahmedabad, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/cities\/places-to-visit-in-rajkot\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rajkot<\/a>, and Junagadh to reach the park.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearby Locations of Gir National Park:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Somnath Temple<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kamleshwar Dam<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Durbar Hall Museum<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Junagadh Zoo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/girnar-mountain\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Girnar Mountain<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/uparkot-fort\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Uperkot Fort<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Also Read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-in-india-2778\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Explore India\u2019s Top 50 Wildlife Sanctuaries &amp; National Parks by State<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Hingolgadh_Nature_Education_Sanctuary_Rajkot\"><\/span>6. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/hingolgadh-nature-education-sanctuary\">Hingolgadh Nature Education Sanctuary<\/a>, Rajkot:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"291\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Hingolgadh-Nature-Education-Sanctuary.jpg\" alt=\"Hingolgadh Nature Education Sanctuary\" class=\"wp-image-8215\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Hingolgadh-Nature-Education-Sanctuary.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Hingolgadh-Nature-Education-Sanctuary-300x109.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Hingolgadh-Nature-Education-Sanctuary-768x279.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Hingolgadh-Nature-Education-Sanctuary-345x125.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Hingolgadh-Nature-Education-Sanctuary-770x280.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Hingolgadh-Nature-Education-Sanctuary-150x55.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hingolgadh Nature Education Sanctuary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hingolgadh Nature Education Sanctuary is located near Rajkot in Gujarat. People can find a large number of animals including chinkaras, blue bulls, and a huge number of both migratory and resident birds. It is believed to be a famous tourist place for environment lovers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best Time to Visit Hingolgadh Nature Education Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to visit Hingolgadh Nature Education Sanctuary is <strong>immediately after the monsoon<\/strong>. It is also a good time to visit for birdwatching, as a variety of migratory birds can be seen in the sanctuary during this season. The sanctuary is open from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm everyday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to Reach Hingolgadh Nature Education Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Air:<\/strong> The nearest airport to Hingolgadh Nature Education Sanctuary is Rajkot Airport, which is located at a distance of 83 km.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Rail:<\/strong> The nearest railway stations to Hingolgadh Nature Education Sanctuary are Botad and Gondal, which are located at a distance of 49 and 66 km respectively.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Road:<\/strong> Hingolgadh Nature Education Sanctuary is well-connected by road to the nearest town Vinchhiya and the nearest bus station is Jasdan, which is located at a distance of 21 km.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearby Locations of Hingolgadh Nature Education Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Rajkumar College<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Riverside Palace<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Orchard Palace<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/analgadh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Analgadh<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Indian_Wild_Ass_Sanctuary_%E2%80%93_Little_Rann_of_Kutch\"><\/span>7. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/indian-wild-ass-sanctuary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary<\/a> &#8211; Little Rann of Kutch:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"532\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Wild-Ass-Sanctuary-2.jpg\" alt=\"Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary\" class=\"wp-image-8334\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Wild-Ass-Sanctuary-2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Wild-Ass-Sanctuary-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Wild-Ass-Sanctuary-2-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Wild-Ass-Sanctuary-2-301x200.jpg 301w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Wild-Ass-Sanctuary-2-639x425.jpg 639w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Wild-Ass-Sanctuary-2-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Wild Ass Sanctuary in Gujarat is famous for its population of Indian wild ass (Equus hemionus khur), also known as the Ghudkhur or Khur. It is located in the Little <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/white-rann-of-kutch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rann of Kutch<\/a> region in Gujarat. The sanctuary was established in 1972 to protect the wild ass population, which had been declining due to habitat loss and poaching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Gujarat Forest Department<\/strong> is in charge of managing its 4953 square kilometer territory. Numerous species of wildlife call it home, including the critically endangered Indian wild ass as well as other creatures including blackbucks, nilgais, and flamingos. Visitors are welcome at the sanctuary, where they may take guided tours to observe the wildlife and hear about the efforts being made to conserve the animals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best Time to Visit Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to visit the Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary is from <strong>October to March<\/strong> when the weather is cool and dry. This is also the breeding season for the wild ass, so visitors may have the opportunity to see newborn foals. The sanctuary is open from 7:00\u202fam to 4:00\u202fpm everyday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to Reach Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Air:<\/strong> The nearest airport is the Ahmedabad Airport, located about 178 km from the sanctuary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Rail:<\/strong> The nearest railway station is Dhrangadhra Railway Station, located about 47 km from the sanctuary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Road:<\/strong> The sanctuary is 167 km from Ahmedabad, 150 km from Rajkot, and 196 km from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/cities\/places-to-visit-in-bhuj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bhuj<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearby Locations of Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bhuj<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aina Mahal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/pragmahal-palace\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Prag Mahal<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kutch Museum<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/cities\/places-to-visit-in-dholavira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dholavira<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Great Indian Bustard Sanctuary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/narayan-sarovar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Narayan Sarovar<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bhadreshwar Jain Temple<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anjar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gandhidham<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vijay Vilas Palace<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kalo Dungar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ashapura Devi Maa Temple<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mandvi<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Jambughoda_Wildlife_Sanctuary_Panchmahal\"><\/span>8. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/jambughoda-wildlife-sanctuary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jambughoda Wildlife Sanctuary<\/a>, Panchmahal:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"292\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Jambughoda-Wildlife-Sanctuary.jpg\" alt=\"Jambughoda Wildlife Sanctuary\" class=\"wp-image-8222\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Jambughoda-Wildlife-Sanctuary.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Jambughoda-Wildlife-Sanctuary-300x110.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Jambughoda-Wildlife-Sanctuary-768x280.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Jambughoda-Wildlife-Sanctuary-345x126.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Jambughoda-Wildlife-Sanctuary-770x281.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Jambughoda-Wildlife-Sanctuary-150x55.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jambughoda Wildlife Sanctuary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jambughoda Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located 79 km from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/cities\/places-to-visit-in-vadodara\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vadodara<\/a> and 28 km from Champaner in Gujarat. The sanctuary is also known for its beautiful and dense forests, which provide a natural animal habitat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It covers an area of approximately 130 sq km and is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including wild boars, nilgais, hyenas, jackals, sloth bears, barking deer, chausinghas, and leopards. The sanctuary is open to the public for recreational activities such as camping, trekking, and wildlife spotting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best Time to Visit Jambughoda Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to visit Jambughoda Wildlife Sanctuary is during the months of <strong>October to March<\/strong> when the weather is cooler and pleasant. This is also the time when the animals are more active and sightings are more likely. The sanctuary is open from 6:00\u202fam to 7:00\u202fpm everyday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to Reach Jambughoda Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Air:<\/strong> The nearest airport is in Vadodara, which is about an hour&#8217;s drive from the sanctuary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Rail:<\/strong> The nearest railway station is in Vadodara.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Road:<\/strong> Regular buses run from Vadodara and Panchmahal to the town of Jambughoda, which is the nearest town to the sanctuary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearby Locations of Jambughoda Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/statue-of-unity-sardar-patel-world-tallest-statue-1540\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Statue of Unity<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vadodara (79 km)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/mahakali-mataji-mandir-pavagadh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pavagadh Hill<\/a> (32 km)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Champaran Botanical Garden (60 km)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary (100 km)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dabhoi Fort (60 km)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Jessore_Sloth_Bear_Sanctuary_Palanpur\"><\/span>9. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/jessore-sloth-bear-sanctuary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jessore Sloth Bear Sanctuary<\/a>, Palanpur:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"291\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Jessore-Sloth-Bear-Sanctuary.jpg\" alt=\"Jessore Sloth Bear Sanctuary\" class=\"wp-image-8226\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Jessore-Sloth-Bear-Sanctuary.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Jessore-Sloth-Bear-Sanctuary-300x109.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Jessore-Sloth-Bear-Sanctuary-768x279.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Jessore-Sloth-Bear-Sanctuary-345x125.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Jessore-Sloth-Bear-Sanctuary-770x280.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Jessore-Sloth-Bear-Sanctuary-150x55.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jessore Sloth Bear Sanctuary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jessore Sloth Bear Sanctuary is located about 45 km from the Palanpur district of Gujarat. It is home to a variety of wildlife, including a large population of sloth bears, a critically endangered species found in the Indian subcontinent. The sanctuary covers an area of approximately 180 sq km and is known for its beautiful landscapes and rich biodiversity. The wild animal sanctuary is known for its efforts to conserve the sloth bear population and educate the public about their importance in the ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best Time to Visit Jessore Sloth Bear Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to visit the Jessore Sloth Bear Sanctuary is from <strong>August to October<\/strong> when the river is full of water with a combination of thick clouds and lush green mountains during these months. The sanctuary is open from 6:00\u202fam to 6:00\u202fpm everyday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to Reach Jessore Sloth Bear Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Air:<\/strong> The nearest airport is in Ahmedabad, which is about 173 km away.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Rail:<\/strong> Palanpur is about 34 km and is well connected by train.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Road:<\/strong> Palanpur is about 34 km and is well connected by bus.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearby Locations of Jessore Sloth Bear Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ambaji Temple<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/polo-forest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Polo Forest<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Idar Fort<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Khijadiya_Bird_Sanctuary_Jamnagar\"><\/span>10. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/khijadiya-bird-sanctuary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary<\/a>, Jamnagar:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Khijadiya-Bird-Sanctuary-1.jpg\" alt=\"Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary\" class=\"wp-image-8335\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Khijadiya-Bird-Sanctuary-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Khijadiya-Bird-Sanctuary-1-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Khijadiya-Bird-Sanctuary-1-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Khijadiya-Bird-Sanctuary-1-345x181.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Khijadiya-Bird-Sanctuary-1-770x404.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Khijadiya-Bird-Sanctuary-1-150x79.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary is located in Khijadiya Village in the Jamnagar district of Gujarat and is home to over 250 species of birds. This sanctuary covers an area of 6 square kilometers including lakes and saltwater marshlands. It is a wetland ecosystem that is home to a variety of bird species, including flamingos, pelicans, black-necked storks, ibises, herons, ducks, and geese. The sanctuary is also home to a variety of other wildlife such as reptiles, mammals, and fish. It is an important destination for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts and is also popular for its beautiful landscapes and peaceful atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best Time to Visit Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to visit Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary is in <strong>October and March<\/strong> and in the early morning hours or at sunset. The sanctuary is open from 6:00\u202fam to 6:30\u202fpm everyday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to Reach Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Air:<\/strong> The nearest airport is Jamnagar\u2019s Govardhanpur Airport, which is around 24 kilometers from the sanctuary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Train:<\/strong> The nearest railway station is Jamnagar Railway Station, which is around 16 kilometers from the sanctuary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Road:<\/strong> The sanctuary is well-connected by road with major cities in Gujarat like Ahmedabad, Rajkot, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearby Locations of Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ranmal Lake<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bhujiyo Kotho<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Khambhalia Gate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Also Read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/gujarat-tourism-festivals-food-places-stories-1247\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most Famous Foods, Places, And Festivals Of Gujarat You Must Know<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Kutch_Bustard_Sanctuary_Kutch\"><\/span>11. Kutch Bustard Sanctuary, Kutch:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"291\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/The-Great-indian-Bustard-Sanctuary.jpg\" alt=\"Kutch Bustard Sanctuary\" class=\"wp-image-8236\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/The-Great-indian-Bustard-Sanctuary.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/The-Great-indian-Bustard-Sanctuary-300x109.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/The-Great-indian-Bustard-Sanctuary-768x279.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/The-Great-indian-Bustard-Sanctuary-345x125.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/The-Great-indian-Bustard-Sanctuary-770x280.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/The-Great-indian-Bustard-Sanctuary-150x55.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kutch Bustard Sanctuary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kutch Bustard Sanctuary also known as Lala Parjan Sanctuary is located near Jakhau village in Nalia taluka of the Kutch region of Gujarat. It was established in July 1992.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is famous for its large population of Great Indian Bustards, a critically endangered species of bird. It is one of the few places in India where these birds can be found in significant numbers, making it an important <strong>nature conservation<\/strong> site for the species.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The sanctuary covers an area of approximately 2 sq km and is known for its diverse flora and fauna, including ghorad, grasslands, and salt marshes. It is a popular destination for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts, who can observe a range of bird species, including flamingos, pelicans, and cranes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best Time to Visit Kutch Bustard Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to visit Kutch Bustard Sanctuary is from <strong>October to February<\/strong>, during the late monsoon and winter months. The weather is cool and pleasant, making it perfect for bird-watching and wildlife spotting. The sanctuary is open from 8:00\u202fam to 6:00\u202fpm everyday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to Reach Kutch Bustard Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Air:<\/strong> Bhuj is the nearest airport, which is about 117 km.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Train:<\/strong> Bhuj is the nearest railway station, which is about 119 km.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Road:<\/strong> The nearest bus station is Naliya, which is 19 km away from the Kutch Bustard Sanctuary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearby Locations of Kutch Bustard Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/mandvi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mandvi Beach<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/nirona\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nirona<\/a> (Rogan Painting)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Narayan Sarovar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Great Rann of Kutch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kutch Desert Wildlife Sanctuary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dholavira<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Kutch_Desert_Wildlife_Sanctuary_Bhuj\"><\/span>12. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/kutch-desert-wildlife-sanctuary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kutch Desert Wildlife Sanctuary<\/a>, Bhuj:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"291\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Kutch-Desert-Sanctuary.jpg\" alt=\"Kutch Desert Wildlife Sanctuary, Bhuj\" class=\"wp-image-8242\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Kutch-Desert-Sanctuary.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Kutch-Desert-Sanctuary-300x109.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Kutch-Desert-Sanctuary-768x279.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Kutch-Desert-Sanctuary-345x125.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Kutch-Desert-Sanctuary-770x280.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Kutch-Desert-Sanctuary-150x55.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kutch Desert Wildlife Sanctuary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kutch Desert Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located in the Kutch district of the state of Gujarat with an area of 7500 sq km. It is situated in the Great Rann of Kutch, a large salt marsh in the Thar Desert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is famous for its diverse and unique flora and fauna, including the Great Indian Bustard, the Indian Wolf, and the Asiatic Wild Ass. It is also home to a variety of reptiles, including the Indian Monitor Lizard, the Indian Spiny-tailed Lizard, and the Indian Chameleon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The sanctuary also supports a range of habitats, including salt marshes, grasslands, and scrub forests, which provide vital resources for the wildlife that live there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best Time to Visit Kutch Desert Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to visit Kutch Desert Wildlife Sanctuary is during the winter months of <strong>October to February<\/strong> when the weather is cool and pleasant with full moon nights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to Reach Kutch Desert Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Air:<\/strong> The Rudra Mata airport at Bhuj is the nearest airport, which is about 199 km.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Train:<\/strong> Bhuj is the closest railway station, which is about 195 km.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Road:<\/strong> The nearest bus station is the Rapar Bus station, which is 65 km away from the Kutch Desert Wildlife Sanctuary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearby Locations of Kutch Desert Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Black Hills (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/kalo-dungar-kutch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kalo Dungar<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Narayan Sarovar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/chhari-dhandh-wetland-conservation-reserve\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chhari Dhand Wetland Reserve<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Marine_National_Park_Gulf_of_Kutch\"><\/span>13. Marine National Park, Gulf of Kutch:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"291\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Marine-National-Park.jpg\" alt=\"Marine National Park\" class=\"wp-image-8246\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Marine-National-Park.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Marine-National-Park-300x109.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Marine-National-Park-768x279.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Marine-National-Park-345x125.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Marine-National-Park-770x280.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Marine-National-Park-150x55.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Marine National Park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Marine National Park is located in Gujarat&#8217;s Devbhumi Dwarka district, in the Gulf of Kutch. It is India&#8217;s first maritime national park, covering an area of around 162 square kilometers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The park is home to a wide diversity of marine life, including coral reefs, mangroves, and numerous fish, crustaceans, and animals. It also serves as a vital breeding site for a variety of marine animals. The Gulf of Kutch Marine National Park is well-known for its <strong>biodiversity<\/strong>, visual beauty, cultural value, recreational options, and conservation activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best Time to Visit Marine National Park:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to visit the Marine National Park in the Gulf of Kutch is from <strong>October and March<\/strong>. The sanctuary is open from 8:00\u202fam to 6:00\u202fpm everyday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to Reach Marine National Park:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Air:<\/strong> The nearest airport is the Jamnagar Airport, located approximately 137 km away from the park.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Train:<\/strong> The nearest railway stations are Jamnagar and Rajkot railway stations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Road:<\/strong> The nearest bus station is the Jamnagar bus station.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearby Locations of Marine National Park:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/khijadiya-bird-sanctuary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lakhota Palace &amp; Ranmal Lake<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bhujio Kotho<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bala Hanuman Temple<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Balachadi Beach<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Also Read<\/em>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-imadhya-pradesh-8994\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best Wildlife Sanctuaries in Madhya Pradesh (MP) India<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Mitiyala_Wildlife_Sanctuary_Amreli\"><\/span>14. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/mitiyala-wildlife-sanctuary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mitiyala Wildlife Sanctuary<\/a>, Amreli:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"291\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Mitiyala-Wildlife-Sanctuary.jpg\" alt=\"Mitiyala Wildlife Sanctuary\" class=\"wp-image-8247\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Mitiyala-Wildlife-Sanctuary.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Mitiyala-Wildlife-Sanctuary-300x109.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Mitiyala-Wildlife-Sanctuary-768x279.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Mitiyala-Wildlife-Sanctuary-345x125.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Mitiyala-Wildlife-Sanctuary-770x280.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Mitiyala-Wildlife-Sanctuary-150x55.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mitiyala Wildlife Sanctuary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Mitiyala Wildlife Sanctuary, also known as the Mitiyala Grasslands, is located closer to Mitiyala in the Amreli region of Gujarat. It was started in 2004. 18.22 square kilometers make up its surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Indian lions, leopards, spotted deer, and nilgai is just a few of the many animals and plants that may be found at the Mitiyala Wildlife Sanctuary. This area is well known for its distinctive terrain, which includes grasslands, scrublands, and wetlands and serves as a significant home for a variety of birds and animals. The sanctuary also provides a variety of visitor activities, such as nature hikes, <strong>jungle safaris<\/strong>, and camping options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best Time to Visit Mitiyala Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to visit Mitiyala Wildlife Sanctuary is during the <strong>October to March<\/strong> when the weather is cooler and more pleasant for outdoor activities. This is also the time when wildlife is more active, making it easier to spot and observe different species.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to Reach Mitiyala Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Air:<\/strong> The nearest airport is Keshod Airport, located approximately 137 km away from the place.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Train:<\/strong> The nearest railway stations are Badhada Railway Station (15 km), Gadhakda Railway Station (21 km).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Road:<\/strong> The nearest bus station is Visavadar (10 km).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearby Locations of Mitiyala Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Girnar Hill, Pilgrimage Centre<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/uparkot-fort\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Uparkot Fort<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/ashokas-rock-edicts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ashoka&#8217;s Rock Edicts<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Nal_Sarovar_Bird_Sanctuary_Ahmedabad\"><\/span>15. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/nal-sarovar-bird-sanctuary-guide-1083\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nal Sarovar Bird Sanctuary<\/a>, Ahmedabad:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Nal-Sarovar-Bird-Sanctuary.jpg\" alt=\"Nal Sarovar Bird Sanctuary\" class=\"wp-image-8248\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Nal-Sarovar-Bird-Sanctuary.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Nal-Sarovar-Bird-Sanctuary-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Nal-Sarovar-Bird-Sanctuary-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Nal-Sarovar-Bird-Sanctuary-638x425.jpg 638w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Nal-Sarovar-Bird-Sanctuary-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Nal Sarovar Bird Sanctuary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Gujarat, there is a wetland and bird sanctuary called Nal Sarovar Bird Sanctuary. It is situated 64 kilometers southwest of Ahmedabad, close to the hamlet of Sanand. It was founded in 1969 and covers an area of 120-kilometer squares. It is renowned for the substantial number of migrating birds that use the refuge each winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Numerous bird species, such as Rosy Pelicans, Flamingos, Brahminy Ducks, White Storks, and Herons, reside in the sanctuary. Additionally, it is a well-liked location for nature lovers and birdwatchers. The sanctuary, which is flanked by grasslands, marshes, and little lakes, is regarded as a crucial migratory bird habitat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best Time to Visit Nal Sarovar Bird Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/nal-sarovar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nal Sarovar<\/a> Bird Sanctuary is between the months of <strong>November and February<\/strong>, as this is when a large number of migratory birds can be observed. During this time, the weather is also pleasant, making it an enjoyable experience for visitors. The sanctuary is open from 6:00\u202fam to 6:00\u202fpm everyday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to Reach Nal Sarovar Bird Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Air:<\/strong> The nearest airport is Ahmedabad International Airport, which is about 76 km from the sanctuary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Train:<\/strong> The nearest railway station is Viramgam Junction, which is about 38 km from the sanctuary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Road:<\/strong> The sanctuary is located about 63 km from Ahmedabad, Gujarat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearby Locations of Nal Sarovar Bird Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Thol Lake (20 km)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/lothal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lothal<\/a> (approximately 70 km)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dholka (30 km)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Also Read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-gujarat-during-monsoon-1296\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">13 Amazing Places to Visit in Monsoon in Gujarat for a Perfect Getaway<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_Narayan_Sarovar_Sanctuary_Kutch\"><\/span>16. Narayan Sarovar Sanctuary, Kutch:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"291\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Narayan-Sarovar-Wildlife-Sanctuary.jpg\" alt=\"Narayan Sarovar Sanctuary\" class=\"wp-image-8251\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Narayan-Sarovar-Wildlife-Sanctuary.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Narayan-Sarovar-Wildlife-Sanctuary-300x109.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Narayan-Sarovar-Wildlife-Sanctuary-768x279.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Narayan-Sarovar-Wildlife-Sanctuary-345x125.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Narayan-Sarovar-Wildlife-Sanctuary-770x280.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Narayan-Sarovar-Wildlife-Sanctuary-150x55.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Narayan Sarovar Sanctuary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Narayan Sarovar Sanctuary is situated at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/lakhpat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lakhpat<\/a> in the Kutch district of Gujarat. It is approximately 145 km from Mandvi town and 154 km west of Bhuj. It was established in 1981 with an area of approximately 445 sq km.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including acacia, euphorbia cactus, gored and similar types of plants and trees, and Chinkaras, lesser floricans, Indian Bustard, black partridge, dove, robins, francolin, munias, bulbul, larks, raptors. The sanctuary is also home to several ancient Hindu temples, including the Narayan Sarovar Temple, which is believed to be one of the five holiest places for Hindus in Gujarat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best Time to Visit Narayan Sarovar Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to visit the Narayan Sarovar Sanctuary is from <strong>November to February<\/strong> when the weather is cooler and pleasant. This is also the peak season for wildlife viewing, as the animals tend to be more active during this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to Reach Narayan Sarovar Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Air:<\/strong> The nearest airport is Bhuj Airport, which is about 160 km from the sanctuary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Train:<\/strong> The nearest railway station is Bhuj.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Road:<\/strong> The sanctuary is located about 150 km from Bhuj and 145 km from Mandvi town.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearby Locations of Narayan Sarovar Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lakhpat Fort<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aina Mahal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nirona (Rogan Painting)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"17_Porbandar_Bird_Sanctuary_Porbandar\"><\/span>17. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/porbandar-bird-sanctuary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Porbandar Bird Sanctuary<\/a>, Porbandar:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"291\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Porbandar-Bird-Sanctuary.jpg\" alt=\"Porbandar Bird Sanctuary\" class=\"wp-image-8255\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Porbandar-Bird-Sanctuary.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Porbandar-Bird-Sanctuary-300x109.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Porbandar-Bird-Sanctuary-768x279.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Porbandar-Bird-Sanctuary-345x125.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Porbandar-Bird-Sanctuary-770x280.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Porbandar-Bird-Sanctuary-150x55.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Porbandar Bird Sanctuary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Porbandar Bird Sanctuary is a protected area in the Porbandar district of Gujarat. It is a popular destination for birdwatchers and wildlife lovers in Gujarat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is home to a wide variety of bird species, including spoonbills, wildfowl, red ruffs, egrets, avocets, pelicans, cormorants, whistling teals, jacanas, terns, pintails, herons, shovellers, small grebes, little coots, shanks, and many more. Many migrating birds use the refuge as a nesting location throughout the winter months. Because the sanctuary is located on the shore, it is a perfect home for a variety of aquatic birds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best Time to Visit Porbandar Bird Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to visit Porbandar Bird Sanctuary is during the winter months from <strong>November to February<\/strong>, when the weather is cooler and more conducive for birdwatching. During this time, the sanctuary is home to a variety of migratory birds, including spoonbills, wildfowl, red ruffs, egret, avocets, pelicans, cormorants, whistling teals, jacanas, terns, pintails, herons, shovellers, little grebes. It is also a good time to spot the resident species of birds, such as vultures, kites, and eagles. The sanctuary is open from 8:00\u202fam to 6:00\u202fpm everyday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to Reach Porbandar Bird Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Air:<\/strong> The nearest airport is Porbandar Airport, which is about 5 km from the sanctuary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Train:<\/strong> The nearest railway station is Porbandar Railway Station.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Road:<\/strong> It is easily accessible by road and is well connected to major cities and towns in Gujarat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearby Locations of Porbandar Bird Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Kirti Mandir, Porbandar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Barda Hills Wildlife Sanctuary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sudama Mandir<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18_Purna_Wildlife_Sanctuary_Dang\"><\/span>18. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/purna-wildlife-sanctuary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Purna Wildlife Sanctuary<\/a>, Dang:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"291\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Purna-Wildlife-Sanctuary.jpg\" alt=\"Purna Wildlife Sanctuary\" class=\"wp-image-8257\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Purna-Wildlife-Sanctuary.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Purna-Wildlife-Sanctuary-300x109.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Purna-Wildlife-Sanctuary-768x279.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Purna-Wildlife-Sanctuary-345x125.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Purna-Wildlife-Sanctuary-770x280.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Purna-Wildlife-Sanctuary-150x55.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Purna Wildlife Sanctuary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Purna Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Dang district in the western ghats mountain range between Gujarat and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/state\/maharashtra\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Maharashtra <\/a>states. It is approximately 60 km from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/saputara\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Saputara<\/a>. It was established in 1990 and is spread over an area of around 160 sq km. It is mainly famous for its rich forests, grasslands, and water bodies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can see people from tribal communities like Konkanas, Bhils, Dubdas, Warlis, and Kolchas. It is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including timru, Khair, haldu, bamboos, kalam, sisham, Sevan, kadaya, tanachh, rhesus macaque and animals like leopard, bonnet macaque, common mongoose, Indian civat cat, Indian porcupine, four-horned antelope, barking deer, sambar, chital, hyena, jungle cat, flying squirrel, python, lizards, hornbill, barbets, woodpeckers, cloropsis, grey jungle fowls, shrikes, bee-eaters, flycatchers, and many raptors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best Time to Visit Purna Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to visit Purna Wildlife Sanctuary is monsoon season from the middle of <strong>October to March<\/strong>. The sanctuary is open from 8:00\u202fam to 6:00\u202fpm everyday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to Reach Purna Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Air:<\/strong> The nearest airport is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/cities\/places-to-visit-in-surat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Surat<\/a> Airport, which is about 99 km from the sanctuary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Train:<\/strong> The nearest railway station is Vyara Railway Station, which is about 28 km from the sanctuary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Road:<\/strong> The nearest bus station is Vyara.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearby Locations of Purna Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/don-hill-station\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Don Hill Station<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>National Salt Satyagraha Memorial<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"19_Rampara_Wildlife_Sanctuary_Rajkot\"><\/span>19. Rampara Wildlife Sanctuary, Rajkot:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"291\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Rampara-Wildlife-Sanctuary.jpg\" alt=\"Rampara Wildlife Sanctuary\" class=\"wp-image-8261\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Rampara-Wildlife-Sanctuary.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Rampara-Wildlife-Sanctuary-300x109.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Rampara-Wildlife-Sanctuary-768x279.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Rampara-Wildlife-Sanctuary-345x125.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Rampara-Wildlife-Sanctuary-770x280.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Rampara-Wildlife-Sanctuary-150x55.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rampara Wildlife Sanctuary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rampara Wildlife Sanctuary is about 60 km from the Rajkot district of Gujarat which was established in 1988. It covers an area of about 15 sq km and is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including Gorad, kesudo, dudhlo, khapat, desi baval, bor, khakhro, awal, hermo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The sanctuary is also known for its rich birdlife with over 130 species of birds including partridge, sandgrouse, large gray babbler, common peafowl, yellow-throated sparrow, ring dove, and purple sunbird. It is home to a variety of animals such as hyena, wolf, common foxes, blue bulls, jackals, hares, jungle cats, and snakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best Time to Visit Rampara Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to visit Rampara Wildlife Sanctuary is during the <strong>monsoon <\/strong>and <strong>winter seasons<\/strong>. During this time, the sanctuary is also home to a variety of migratory birds, making it an ideal time for birdwatching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to Reach Rampara Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Air:<\/strong> The nearest airport is Rajkot Airport, which is about 71 km from the sanctuary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Train:<\/strong> The nearest railway station is Wankaner Railway Station, which is about 19 km from the sanctuary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Road:<\/strong> The nearest bus station is Wankaner. It is well-connected by road and can be easily reached by private or public transport.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearby Locations of Rampara Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Royal Oasis Wankaner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/travelogues\/mahatma-gandhi-museum-from-a-student-to-a-mahatma\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mahatma Gandhi Museum<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/pirotan-island\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pirotan Island<\/a> (78 km)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Akshar Mandir, Junagadh (18 km)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/khambhalida-caves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Khambhalida Caves<\/a> (47 km)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"20_Ratanmahal_Sloth_Bear_Sanctuary_Dahod\"><\/span>20. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/ratanmahal-sloth-bear-sanctuary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ratanmahal Sloth Bear Sanctuary<\/a>, Dahod:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"292\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ratanmahal-Sloth-Bear-Sanctuary.jpg\" alt=\"Ratanmahal Sloth Bear Sanctuary\" class=\"wp-image-8264\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ratanmahal-Sloth-Bear-Sanctuary.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ratanmahal-Sloth-Bear-Sanctuary-300x110.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ratanmahal-Sloth-Bear-Sanctuary-768x280.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ratanmahal-Sloth-Bear-Sanctuary-345x126.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ratanmahal-Sloth-Bear-Sanctuary-770x281.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ratanmahal-Sloth-Bear-Sanctuary-150x55.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ratanmahal Sloth Bear Sanctuary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Gujarat, there is a sanctuary for sloth bears known as Ratanmahal Sloth Bear Sanctuary. A sizable population of sloth bears, an endangered species, reside in the sanctuary. The sanctuary is located in Gujarat&#8217;s central Dahod district. It was founded in 1982 and has a footprint of around 55 sq km.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sloth bears, leopards, jackals, mongooses, porcupines, striped hyenas, four-horned antelope, civet cats, jungle cats, and hanuman langurs are just a few of the animals that call the sanctuary home. Numerous birds, such as the crested serpent eagle, common babbler, green pigeon, lesser golden-backed woodpecker, hoopoe, grey jungle fowl, and tailor bird, are among those you might enjoy observing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best Time to Visit Ratanmahal Sloth Bear Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to visit Ratanmahal Sloth Bear Sanctuary is from <strong>October to February<\/strong>, as the weather is cooler and more comfortable for sightseeing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to Reach Ratanmahal Sloth Bear Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Air:<\/strong> The nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, which is about 119 km from the sanctuary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Train:<\/strong> The nearest railway station is Dahod Railway Station, which is about 48 km from the sanctuary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Road:<\/strong> The nearest bus station is Devgadh Baria. The nearest towns are Sagtala, Bariya, Kheda, Dahod.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearby Locations of Ratanmahal Sloth Bear Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Statue of Unity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dumas Beach<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Also Read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/best-gujarat-beaches-3854\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Enjoy Holidays On The Best Gujarat Beaches With Family &amp; Friends<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"21_Shoolpaneshwar_Wildlife_Sanctuary_Rajpipla\"><\/span>21. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/shoolpaneshwar-wildlife-sanctuary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary<\/a>, Rajpipla:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"412\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Shoolpaneshwar-Wild-Life-Sanctuary-1.jpg\" alt=\"Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary\" class=\"wp-image-8299\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Shoolpaneshwar-Wild-Life-Sanctuary-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Shoolpaneshwar-Wild-Life-Sanctuary-1-300x155.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Shoolpaneshwar-Wild-Life-Sanctuary-1-768x396.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Shoolpaneshwar-Wild-Life-Sanctuary-1-345x178.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Shoolpaneshwar-Wild-Life-Sanctuary-1-770x397.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Shoolpaneshwar-Wild-Life-Sanctuary-1-150x77.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The wildlife population in Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary is renowned for being both diversified and plentiful. About 10 kilometers from Rajpipala, it is situated in the western Satpura Range south of the Narmada River. It was founded in 1982 and has a footprint of roughly 608 square kilometers. The dense forests and hilly terrain also contribute to Gujarat\u2019s lesser\u2011known biosphere reserves in Gujarat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The sanctuary is home to a wide variety of plants and animals, including threatened species like sloth bears, barking deer, and pangolins. Numerous bird and reptile species can be found there as well. Hills, valleys, and woodlands are all part of the sanctuary&#8217;s stunning terrain. It is a well-liked vacation spot for people who enjoy the outdoors and wildlife.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best Time to Visit Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to visit Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary is from <strong>October and March<\/strong>. This is the period when the weather is pleasant and the animals are most active.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to Reach Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Air:<\/strong> The nearest airport is Vadodara\u00a0airport, which is about 121 km from the sanctuary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Train:<\/strong> The nearest railway station is Jabugam railway station, which is about 90 km from the sanctuary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Road:<\/strong> The nearest bus station is Ankleshwar Bus Station. The nearest towns are Rajpipala, Ankleshwar, and Dediapada.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearby Locations of Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Statue of Unity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ratanmahal Sloth Bear Sanctuary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/zarwani-waterfalls\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Zarwani Waterfall<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"22_Thol_Wildlife_Sanctuary_Mehsana\"><\/span>22. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/thol-bird-sanctuary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Thol Wildlife Sanctuary<\/a>, Mehsana:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Thol-Wildlife-Sanctuary.jpg\" alt=\"Thol Wildlife Sanctuary\" class=\"wp-image-8301\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Thol-Wildlife-Sanctuary.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Thol-Wildlife-Sanctuary-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Thol-Wildlife-Sanctuary-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Thol-Wildlife-Sanctuary-638x425.jpg 638w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Thol-Wildlife-Sanctuary-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Thol Wildlife Sanctuary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thol Wildlife Sanctuary is situated on Thol lake 25 km from Ahmedabad city. It is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians. The sanctuary is known for its large lake, which attracts a variety of waterfowl. Some of the species found include black bucks, jackals, blue bulls, and several species of deer, and a large number of birds including pelicans, flamingos, mallards, geese, and sarus cranes are seen. Thol Wildlife Sanctuary is famous for birdwatching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best Time to Visit Thol Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can visit Thol Wildlife Sanctuary on all days of the week. The best time to visit Thol Wildlife Sanctuary is\u00a0between November and February. Most of the tourists prefer <strong>early morning<\/strong> to visit the lake for bird watching and pleasant weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to Reach Thol Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Air:<\/strong> The nearest airport is Ahmedabad Airport, which is about 33 km from the sanctuary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Train:<\/strong> The nearest railway station to Thol Wildlife Sanctuary is Khodiyar junction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Road:<\/strong> The nearest bus station is Thol village.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearby Locations of Thol Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lothal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/indroda-nature-park-gandhinagar-gujarat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Indroda Dinosaur and Fossil Park<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"23_Vansda_National_Park_Saputara\"><\/span>23. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/vansda-national-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vansda National Park<\/a>, Saputara:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"291\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Vansda-National-Park.jpg\" alt=\"Vansda National Park, Saputara\" class=\"wp-image-8303\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Vansda-National-Park.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Vansda-National-Park-300x109.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Vansda-National-Park-768x279.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Vansda-National-Park-345x125.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Vansda-National-Park-770x280.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Vansda-National-Park-150x55.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Vansda National Park, Saputara<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vansda National Park, also known as Bansda National Park, is located in the Vansda taluka of the Navsari district of South Gujarat. Vansda National Park is famous for its beautiful and peaceful surroundings. It was established in 1979 and spread over an area of about 24 square kilometers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This place is well known for a variety of species of trees, shrubs, and plants, as well as a number of birds such as the Emerald Dove, Great Black Woodpecker, Malabar Trogon, Shama, Racket-Tailed Drongo, Grey Hornbill, Leaf birds, Paradise Flycatcher, Thrushes and Sunbirds and animals such as leopard, jungle cat, civets, hyena, barking deer, and spotted deer. Tourists can enjoy activities such as birdwatching and nature walks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best Time to Visit Vansda National Park, Saputara:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to visit Vansda National Park in Saputara during <strong>October and May<\/strong>. The sanctuary is open from 8:00\u202fam to 5:00\u202fpm everyday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to Reach Vansda National Park, Saputara:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Air:<\/strong> The nearest airport is Surat Airport, which is about 113 km from the sanctuary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Train:<\/strong> The nearest railway station is Waghai station, which is about 3 km.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Road:<\/strong> The nearest bus station is Saputara Bus Station, which is about 3 km from Waghai.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearby Locations of Vansda National Park, Saputara:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/gira-falls\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gira Waterfalls<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Waghai Botanical Garden<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vanil eco den<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Padam Dungri Eco Tourism<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unai Mata Mandir<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bhigu waterfall<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Closing Words:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In conclusion, <strong>wildlife sanctuaries &amp; national parks<\/strong> are a vital part of our natural heritage, providing protected areas for the preservation of our country&#8217;s diverse ecosystems and wildlife. These protected areas also serve as important recreational spaces for people to enjoy and connect with nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While there are challenges facing our national parks, such as overcrowding and climate change, it is important that we work to protect and preserve these special places for future generations to enjoy. It is our responsibility to be good stewards of these precious resources and to ensure that they remain a vital part of our national identity. That&#8217;s all from our end. Thanks for reading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Image Credit<\/em>:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gujarattourism.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Gujarat Tourism<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>FAQs on Wildlife Sanctuaries and National Parks in Gujarat:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1672918911552\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How many wildlife sanctuaries and national parks are there in Gujarat?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">In Gujarat, there are a total of 23 wildlife sanctuaries and 4 national parks.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1672919129706\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the largest national park?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The largest national park in the United States is Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve, which covers an area of over 13.2 million acres in Alaska.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1672919169783\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the smallest national park?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The smallest national park is Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial, PA covering an area of 0.02 acres.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1672919280282\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What was the first national park?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The first national park was Yellowstone National Park, which was established in 1872.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1672919345702\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Why is it called a national park?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A national park is called such because it is a protected area of natural or cultural significance that is owned and managed by the national government of a country.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1672919409659\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the largest national park in Gujarat?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The largest national park in Gujarat is Gir National Park, also known as Sasan Gir National Park. 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