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Asia's First Desert Night Safari Opens in Gujarat
12 Aug
Summary
- Gujarat will develop Asia's first desert-themed drive-through night safari.
- The park will house native and exotic animals from desert ecosystems.
- The project focuses on conservation, wildlife rescue, and environmental education.
Gujarat's Banaskantha district is preparing to launch Asia's first desert-themed drive-through night safari. The Central Zoo Authority has officially approved the proposal for the Desert Zoological Park and Night Safari located in Deesa. This pioneering initiative will be developed by the Gujarat Forest Department on 103 hectares of government land.
The park is slated to house approximately 2,700 animals and birds, representing nearly 83 species, including both native and exotic varieties. The facility will feature a day zoo and five specialized night safari enclosures, providing opportunities to observe nocturnal wildlife after dusk. The project aims to be a hub for conservation breeding, wildlife rescue, rehabilitation, and environmental education.
The design will replicate a desert ecosystem, showcasing species adapted to arid environments. Plans include Indian species such as the Asiatic lion, leopard, and Indian wolf, alongside African species like giraffes and zebras, and Australian animals such as kangaroos. Additional attractions will include a reptile safari, aquarium, and butterfly park.
