Accommodation:
This is a premium property consisting of air conditioned luxury tents and is situated just 3 kms from the main Sasan village. The location and the ambience at the camp is just fantastic. The main luxury accommodation is amongst Mango orchards and the restaurant is in an open Patio by the riverside. There are a total of 20 tents which can accommodate around 40 persons on twin sharing basis. All the tents are air conditioned with a back up generator. The tents have large bedrooms with well-appointed ensuite bathrooms with bathtub, shower and hot/cold running water.
Dining:
The public areas of camp consist of an open-air river-facing restaurant.
Climate:
Gir has tropical monsoon climate which is very hot during the summer. Three seasons, Summer, Monsoon and Winters are distinct. Late November to early March is cool and dry followed by the hot dry season. The temperature drops down to 10o during winters and rises to around 43o in summers Mid June to September is the Monsoon period and bulk of precipitation is receive during July and August . The average rainfall ranges between 600mm to 1000 mm.
Wildlife Attractions :
Lion
Gir Sanctuary is the last and only home of the critically endangered Asiatic Lion. These lions are a smaller more compact version of their African version, and are best viewed at dawn or dusk when they are on the move. The major difference between the two is that the African Lion appears larger than the Indian Lion because of its large and luxuriant mane.
Leopards
Leopard is considered to be one of the most beautiful and graceful animals in the jungle, also the most dangerous one. Popularly known as the Prince of Cats, this animal is the most adaptable from the family of predators, one the reason why it occupies a much larger spread of Gujarat forest cover, and in Gir National Park it has been found in all the varied habitats and vegetation types. The approximate population of 210 Leopards resides within the sanctuary area.
Reptiles
Not leaving the water predators behind, Mash crocodiles are often seen along the Kamleshwar Dam Site. Another major attraction among the reptile population of Gir National Park are the numerous non-venomous Snakes such as the Indian Rock Python along with the four venomous varieties, which are Indian Cobra, Common Krait, Saw Scaled Viper, Russell's Viper.
Other Attractions :
Among the lesser-known wildlife of Gir National Park include the most common animal that can be sighted in the sanctuary is the Chital or Spotted Deer. Others main wild attractions are Nilgai, Chinkara, Sambhar, Black Bucks, the four horned Antelope, Wild Boar, Indian Flying Foe, Grey Musk Shrew, Indian Hare, Pale Hedgehog, Small Indian Mangoose, Small Indian Civet, Indian Pangolin, Indian Porcupine, Ratel, Indian Fox, and Jackal. The three smaller wildcats - the Jungle Cat, Desert Cat and the Rusty Spotted Cat, also inhabit Gir forest, which shows that the forest is not just meant for the protection of Lions, but the whole of the cat family.
Rich and Varied Bird life
The forest is also rich in bird life, and an estimated of 300 species are found inhabiting Gir National Park over the years. Many wildlife experts say that if Gir has not been a Lion sanctuary, it could have easily passed off as a protected area for the incredible diversity of birds that it harbours. The avifauna in here occupies the forest floors, small plants and shrubs and even the canopy of the trees. The Paradise Flycatcher, Black Headed Cuckoo Shrike, Pied Woodpecker, Bonelli's Eagle, Creset Serpant Eagle, Painted Sandgrouse, Bush Quail and Grey Patridge are among the varieties that are commonly found over here.
Flora Attractions
Vegetation in Gir can be looked at in four ways. The first is the Teak forest and nearly half of the protected area has this kind of a habitat. The main tree species that occupy this habitat are Khair, Sadad, Timru, Babul, Amla, Moledi, Dhavdo, Kadayo and Bahedo. The non-Teak forests, which comprise the remaining forest consists of tree species like the Khair, Dhavdo, Sadad, Timru, Amla, Moledi, Kadayo, Salai, Simal, Khakhro, Ber and Asundro.
A distinct belt of vegetation is found along the main rivers and streams. Species like the Jambu, Karanj, Umro, Vad, Kalam, Charal, Sirus and Amli are found here. These trees are mostly broad leaved and evergreen, giving the area a cool shade and the moisture content. Finally, Prosopis and Casuarina have been planted in the coastal border as part of the aforestation plan.
Places to visit around the Camp :
Somnath Temple (45 km)
Believed to have been built by the moon-God, and renowned for its wealth, the Somnath Temple ransacked seven times by foreign invaders. Today, the site is a famous pilgrimage centre.
Diu (105 km)
A quaint beach town where one can see the remnants of the town’s old church and fort.
Junagadh (60 km)
Located at the foot of Mount Girnar. Several Jain temples are situated on the hilltop.
Gondal (130 km)
The old riverside palace holds a fine collection of vintage cars. En route is Jetpur, where the art of block printing on fabric lives on.
Tulsishyam hot springs (96 km)
Natural sulphur springs.
Chorwad (60 km)
A picturesque beach.
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