Best Time To Visit Gir National Park

What is the best time to visit Gir National Park?

December and March is the best time to visit Gir National Park is during the winter season. It is during this period that the weather in Gir is pleasant and cool. The protected area of Gir National Park closes every year from 16th June to 15th October. A safari in this national park during the winter season will be a delightful experience as each, and every nook and cranny is open to visit and explore. April and May although a bit hot are considered the best times for wildlife spotting and photography.

Weather in Gir National Park

Upcoming Gir National Park Weather

Monthly Weather in Gir National Park

Month	High/Low (°C)	Rain
January	28°/ 13°	0 days
February	33°/ 17°	0 days
March	33°/ 17°	0 days
April	39°/ 22°	0 days
May	37°/ 23°	0 days
June	34°/ 25°	13 days
July	30°/ 24°	16 days
August	28°/ 23°	22 days
September	28°/ 23°	24 days
October	32°/ 22°	10 days
November	32°/ 20°	2 days
December	30°/ 16°	1 days

Gir National Park Travel Packages

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5 Days / 4 Nights

Splendid Gujarat Temple and Wildlife Tour

Dwarka(1N) → Somnath(1N) → Diu(1N) → Sasan Gir (1N)

$102/person

8 Days / 7 Nights

Fascinating Ahmedabad, Diu and Somnath

Ahmedabad(1N) → Bhavnagar(1N) → Sasan Gir(1N) → Diu(1N) → Somnath(1N) → Dwarka(1N) → Rajkot(1N)

$156/person

7 Days / 6 Nights

Best of Gujarat : Temples, Statues and Wildlife

Ahmedabad(1N) → Dwarka(2N) → Somnath(1N) → Sasan Gir(1N) → Vadodara(1N)

$270/person

6 Days / 5 Nights

Gujarat Special Tour of Temples and Wildlife

Ahmedabad(1N) → Dwarka(1N) → Somnath(1N) → Sasan Gir(1N) → Vadodara(1N)

$228/person

7 Days / 6 Nights

A Week in Gujarat: Dwarka, Somnath, Gir & More

Ahmedabad(1N) → Jamnagar(1N) → Dwarka(1N) → Somnath(1N) → Diu(1N) → Sasan Gir(1N)

$137/person

5 Days / 4 Nights

Wildlife & Beach of Gujarat: Gir with Diu Tour

Sasangir (2N) → Diu(2N)

$234/person

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Gir National Park in Winter (November - February)

The winter season is the best time of the year to visit Gir National Park. The temperature during this time varies from 10°C to 22°C. The cold weather makes spotting a variety of animals and birds easier. Many animals walk around freely to enjoy the pleasant weather and their surroundings. This is also a great time to go on a safari and roam around through the whole national park spotting different varieties of animals and birds. Pack some warm clothes and be ready to enjoy the beauties of this magnificent National Park in Winter.

Herd of deer, Gir National Park — Source

Gir National Park in Monsoon (July - October)

The monsoon season from June to October is best avoided as you'll miss seeing the real beauty of Gir National Park. The protected area of Gir National Park closes every year from 16th June to 15th October. This is the period when the south-west monsoon hits making the whole place muddy and marshy, almost making it impossible for a safari. However, the scenic beauty of the place is exceptionally mesmerising during this time of the year, but the rain will definitely hinder your experience in spotting animals and birds, and you might also not be able to indulge in a safari ride to explore the National Park. Keeping all these factors in mind, the monsoon season should be avoided while planning a trip to Gir National Park.

Asiatic Lion, Gir National Park — Source

Gir National Park in Summer (March - June)

Summer season in Gir National Park begins from April and continues till June. The National Park experiences sweltering and humid climatic conditions during this time of the year. The weather is scorching and hence should be avoided while planning a trip to this national park. Safari rides and spotting wildlife is a tedious task as the temperature could go as high as 42-degree celsius hampering your trip.