Where to stay in Sasan Gir: quick answer
Stay in or near Sasan village for the easiest start to the safari, along the Talala road for resorts with more space, and in Talala or Junagadh for budget rooms. The Gir safari is closed 16 June to 15 October.
| An easy early-morning safari | Sasan Gir village (near the safari gates). Closest to the reporting point, with many resorts. |
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| Space, gardens and pools | Talala road. Larger resorts spread along the approach road. |
| A safari option in the monsoon | Devaliya Safari Park area. The fenced park stays open when the main safari is closed. |
| Budget rooms | Talala and Mendarda. Smaller towns with simple hotels and homestays. |
| Combining Gir with other sights | Junagadh (about 60 km). A larger city with many hotels and the Girnar hills. |
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Where to stay in Sasan Gir: the short guide
Sasan Gir is the home of the Asiatic lion, and hotels and resorts are clustered in and around Sasan village, near the Gir National Park safari gates and the forest department reporting point. Staying close to the gates makes the early-morning safari start much easier, and most jungle resorts have gardens, pools and naturalists on hand.
Along the approach roads from Talala, Junagadh and Veraval you find larger resorts with more space, and budget hotels and homestays in the nearby towns. The core safari is closed from 16 June to 15 October each year, but the fenced Devaliya Safari Park stays open, so check what is running for your dates. Permits are booked online, so plan your stay around your safari slot.
Best areas to stay in Sasan Gir
Sasan Gir village (near the safari gates)
The main hub near the safari reporting point, with many resorts and the railway station.
Talala road
Resorts spread along the approach road with gardens, pools and more space.
Devaliya Safari Park area
Stays near the fenced safari park, which stays open when the main safari is closed.
Talala and Mendarda
Smaller towns with budget hotels and homestays.
Junagadh (about 60 km)
A larger city base with many hotels and the Girnar hills, for those combining sights.
Getting to Sasan Gir: railway, Rajkot and Diu airports and safari booking
Sasan Gir has its own railway station on the Western Railway, about 60 km from Junagadh and 45 km from Veraval, with taxis and buses running from both. Veraval is the handiest railhead and puts Somnath on your route; Junagadh has more connections.
Sasan Gir has no airport. Keshod, about 60 km away, has limited flights, Diu is about 100 km away, and Rajkot, about 160 km away, is the best-connected option, with Ahmedabad about 370 km. From any of them you continue by road.
Safari permits are booked online only, through the official Gir website, with up to six people per permit. Winter safari slots run in the morning and afternoon, and timings shift in summer, so check the official site before you plan.
Find the right kind of hotel in Sasan Gir
Jungle resorts near the gates
Resorts with gardens, pools and safari desks close to the reporting point.
Luxury wildlife lodges
Upscale lodges with guided safaris and fine dining.
Mid-range hotels
Comfortable rooms in and around Sasan.
Budget hotels and homestays
Cheaper rooms in Talala, Mendarda and Junagadh.
Couple-friendly stays
Most hotels and resorts accept couples with valid photo ID for both guests. Check the policy before booking.
Family resorts
Larger resorts with pools and space for families.
Hotels for every budget in Sasan Gir
Budget hotels and homestays
Talala, Mendarda and Junagadh. Simple rooms; cheapest outside the winter peak.
Mid-range jungle resorts
Comfortable resorts near Sasan with safari desks.
Luxury lodges
Upscale lodges with guided safaris and premium dining.
Rates change with season, day of the week and local events, so search your exact dates to see live prices.
What to do near your hotel
- Gir jungle safari: The main draw: jeep safaris through the Gir forest for Asiatic lions, leopards and deer.
- Devaliya Safari Park: A fenced safari zone that stays open when the main safari is closed, with a weekly closing day.
- Kamleshwar Dam: A reservoir on the Hiran river, known for crocodiles and birdlife.
- Tulsi Shyam: A hilltop temple and hot spring inside the forest region.
- Somnath Temple: The first Jyotirlinga, on the coast within a couple of hours of Sasan.
- Diu day trip: Diu’s beaches and fort, about 100 km away.
- Junagadh and Girnar: The Uparkot Fort and the Girnar hill temples, about 60 km away.
- Birdwatching: Gir is also rich in birdlife, especially around the dams and rivers.
A 3-day plan for Sasan Gir
Day 1: Arrive and settle in
Reach Sasan in the afternoon, check in, and visit Kamleshwar Dam or relax at the resort. Make sure your safari permit is confirmed.
Day 2: Safaris
Take an early-morning Gir jungle safari, rest in the middle of the day, then take an afternoon safari or visit Devaliya Safari Park.
Optional Day 3: Somnath or Diu
Visit the Somnath Temple, or take a day trip to Diu, both a couple of hours away.
When to visit Sasan Gir
| 16 October to February | The safari reopens in mid-October; cool, pleasant weather, with the best conditions from December. |
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| March to 15 June | Hot, but animals gather near water, which often makes for the best sightings; timings shift in summer. |
| 16 June to 15 October | The main safari is closed for the monsoon; only Devaliya Safari Park runs. |
Good to know before you book
- Gir jungle safari is closed from 16 June to 15 October every year, so confirm what is open for your dates.
- Permits are booked online only on the official Gir website and sell out, so book as soon as your dates are fixed.
- Choose a resort close to the safari gates if you want an easy early-morning start.
- Sasan has no airport, so plan a road transfer from Rajkot, Diu or Keshod.
Hotel price snapshot for Sasan Gir
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Compare hotels in Sasan GirFrequently asked questions
Where should I stay in Sasan Gir?
In or near Sasan village for the easiest access to the safari gates, along the Talala road for resorts with more space, or in Talala or Junagadh for budget stays.
Is Gir safari open all year?
No. The Gir jungle safari is closed from 16 June to 15 October every year. The fenced Devaliya Safari Park stays open during that time.
What is the nearest airport to Sasan Gir?
Sasan Gir has no airport. Keshod (about 60 km, limited flights), Diu (about 100 km) and Rajkot (about 160 km) are the nearest.
How do I book a Gir safari?
Permits are booked online only, through the official Gir website, with up to six people per permit. Book as early as you can, especially for winter weekends.
How many days do you need in Sasan Gir?
Two nights lets you do two or three safaris, and visit Devaliya or Kamleshwar Dam.
When is the best time to visit Sasan Gir?
December to March for pleasant weather, or April to mid-June for hot weather but often the best sightings.