Taxi service in Gir for lion safari trips
Sasan Gir is the only place in the world where Asiatic lions live in the wild, and it is just over an hour from Somnath. We drive you to the safari gate in time for your slot and bring you back, or on to Junagadh or Diu.
From Somnath
Sasan Gir
- Distance
- about 45 km
- Drive time
- about 1 hr 15 min
- Route
- via Talala
- Pickup
- Hotel, station or Gir resort
Somnath to Sasan Gir by cab
Sasan Gir is about 45 km from Somnath. The drive goes inland from Veraval through Talala, the heart of Gir's Kesar mango country, and into the forest, taking a little over an hour.
For a morning safari you will need to leave Somnath well before dawn; we suggest the exact time based on your slot. You book the safari permit yourself on the Gujarat Forest Department's official permit website. We handle the road: pickup from your hotel, waiting while you are on safari, and the drive back or onward.
Places we cover in Gir
- Sinh Sadan, Sasan: the starting point for the Gir Jungle Trail safari.
- Devalia Safari Park (Gir Interpretation Zone): about 12 km from Sasan, a fenced area with a good chance of seeing lions.
- Crocodile breeding centre, Sasan: a short stop near the safari office.
- Jamjir waterfall: on the edge of the forest, at its best after the monsoon.
- Tulsishyam: temple and hot springs on the eastern side of Gir.
- Talala mango orchards: Gir Kesar mango season runs roughly May to June.
Safari season: the Gir Jungle Trail in the core forest usually closes during the monsoon, roughly mid-June to mid-October, while Devalia stays open for most of the year. Check the official permit website for current dates before you plan.
Trip options
| Trip | Covers |
|---|---|
| Somnath to Sasan Gir drop | One way, about 45 km |
| Gir to Somnath drop | Pickup from any Gir resort |
| Gir safari trip, same day | Somnath to Sasan Gir and back, with waiting |
| Somnath, Gir and Junagadh or Diu | Multi-stop day or overnight trip |
Combine Gir with Somnath and Diu in the 2 Nights 3 Days wildlife and beach tour.
Gir to Somnath and onward
Staying at a resort near Sasan or Devalia? We pick up from Gir resorts for Somnath darshan, Veraval station, Keshod airport, Junagadh or Diu. Diu is about two and a half hours from Sasan via Una. For airport timings see airport and railway station taxi.
Which car for Gir?
For a family, an SUV or Innova Crysta handles the early start and the forest road comfortably. A sedan is fine for couples. Safari gypsies inside the park are arranged by the Forest Department, not by taxi operators.
How booking works
- Send your trip detailsPickup point, date, time and number of passengers, by phone, WhatsApp or the form on this page.
- Get a reply in 30 minutesWe confirm the car, the route and the fare on WhatsApp before you travel.
- Receive driver detailsBefore pickup we send the driver's name, mobile number and car number.
- Travel and pay the agreed fareNo extra charges added at the end of the trip.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Sasan Gir from Somnath?
About 45 km, or a little over an hour by taxi via Talala.
Do you book the Gir safari permit?
Permits are booked by the traveller on the Gujarat Forest Department's official website, using your own ID details. We arrange the taxi from your hotel to the safari gate and back.
What time should we leave Somnath for a morning safari?
Before dawn. The exact time depends on your safari slot, so tell us your slot when you book and we suggest a pickup time.
Is Gir open all year?
The Gir Jungle Trail usually closes during the monsoon, roughly mid-June to mid-October. Devalia Safari Park stays open for most of the year. Check the official website for current dates.
Can I book a cab from Gir to Somnath?
Yes. We pick up from resorts in Sasan Gir, Devalia and Talala for Somnath, Veraval station, Keshod airport, Junagadh or Diu.
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