PlanningTravel note
Gir closes for the monsoon
Gir National Park, Sasan Gir, Gujarat
Published Oct 10, 2026 · RegretMap travel note
The situation
Safaris in Gir National Park stop during the monsoon, roughly from mid-June to mid-October. Permits for the open season are booked online and go early.
The lesson
Book the official safari permit as soon as your dates are fixed.
Advice for future travellers
If you can't get a permit, the Devalia safari park nearby is a fenced alternative.
This travel note was written by the RegretMap team from general travel guidance. It isn't a personal account and may be out of date. Check official sources for permits, weather, safety and transport.