Asiatic lion, found in India, is a little smaller than the African one, but equally magnificent. The mane is less developed, elbow tufts thicker and tail tuft longer than those of its African counterpart. Lion Safari in India is organized either in jeeps or on the back of elephants. Riding on top of an elephant gives the advantage of height, plus the benefit of taking in even the minutest detail, since the pace of an elephant is very slow. A jeep safari takes you on a tour of the park at a much faster pace and is the perfect for those who have limited amount of time in their hands.
Major Places for Lion Safari in India
Gir National Park
Gir National Park of Gujarat is the one and the only place in the world
where you can watch the Asiatic lion in its natural habitat. Spread over
an area of approximately 1412 sq km, the park is the best visited in the
months of mid-October to mid-June. Nehru Zoological Park
Nehru Zoological Park, located in Hyderabad, has a significant population of Asiatic as well as African lions. There is a separate Lion safari park also, where one can watch these magnificent animals lazing around in a near-natural habitat. If lucky, you may also spot a white tiger roaming around the park.
Sanjay Gandhi National Park
Sanjay Gandhi National Park, also known as Borivili National Park, is situated in the Mumbai city. Spread over an area of 13 km, the park is one of the best places to go on lion safaris in India. Mini buses take visitors on a tour of the park, enabling them to have a closer look at the magnificent animal.
Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary
Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary, situated in Kerala, is one of the most popular lion safari destinations in India. The sanctuary also boasts of one of the largest population of Gaur or Indian Bison. The other attractions of Parambikulam include a Crocodile Rearing Center and Deer Farm.