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Official Safari
Booking GUIDE
Your essential guide to secure permit booking and arrival procedures for the world's last sanctuary of the Asiatic Lion.
Notice: Official Permit Authority
Gir Vista is a travel discovery platform. We help you find verified stays and plan your visit, but we do not issue or sell safari permits. All permits are issued exclusively by the Gujarat Forest Department through their authorized portal.
girlion.gujarat.gov.in
This is the only authorized portal for Gir Jungle Trail, Devalia Park, and Ambardi Safari bookings. Please ensure you are on a .gov.in domain before sharing any identity documents.
Open Official Booking SiteSelect Your Experience
Direct links to official booking categories
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Gir Jungle Trail
The core safari experience through the dry deciduous forest. Best for sighting lions in their natural habitat.
3-hour guided trail
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Devalia Safari Park
Interpretation zone offering a guaranteed glimpse of the ecosystem. Ideal for short visits and families.
45-minute bus/gypsy safari
Fenced ecosystem (Interpretation Zone)
Beware of Unauthorized Sites
Protect yourself from overcharging and fraudulent permit sellers
Verify the URL
Official permits are only issued on .gov.in or .in domains explicitly linked from Gujarat Tourism.
No Direct Payments
Never pay for permits via personal bank transfers, UPI to individuals, or social media links.
Check for Fees
Scam sites often hide mandatory guide and vehicle entry fees which are payable at the gate.
Booking Checklist
Information sourced from official Gujarat Forest Dept guidelines
Valid Identity Proof
Original Aadhaar Card or Voter ID for Indians; Original Passport for foreigners.
Report 30 Min Early
Guests must report at least 30 minutes prior to their safari time for verification.
Camera Fees
Permits only cover entry. Camera and videography fees are paid separately at the gate.
Guide Assignment
Forest guides are mandatory and assigned randomly by the department at the gate.
Our Role & Transparency
At Gir Vista, our mission is to simplify your discovery of the Gir region. We provide curated lists of verified resorts, forest lodges, and expert travel guides. We act as an informational bridge—empowering you with the right knowledge to book your own permits directly and safely.