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Jungle Safari

Wildlife by the statue — the Jungle Safari at Kevadia, a large hillside zoological park near the Statue of Unity, home to animals and birds from around the world.

AT A GLANCE Quick Facts
📍 LOCATION Kevadia
🦁 TYPE Zoo / safari park
🗽 NEAR Statue of Unity
🦜 HAS Animals & birds
⛰️ LEVELS Hillside terraces
🎟️ ENTRY Ticket
☀️ BEST TIME Oct – Mar
⏱️ DURATION 2–3 hrs
ABOUT THE PLACE

A hillside zoo

The Jungle Safari (officially the Sardar Patel Zoological Park) is one of the headline attractions of the Kevadia complex — a large, modern zoological park laid out across terraced hillsides near the Statue of Unity. It houses a wide range of animals and birds, both native and exotic, in landscaped enclosures and aviaries, including a large geodesic-dome aviary, and is designed as a state-of-the-art, family-friendly attraction.

Combined with the statue, the gardens and the other Kevadia sights, it helps make the area a full and varied day out for families. A green, animal-filled counterpoint to the engineered grandeur nearby — a zoological park, ticketed, and great for families.

Illustration — the safari park.

HISTORY

From a riverside experiment to the road to freedom

Illustration — terraced park.

The park

A modern zoological park laid out across the terraced hillsides of Kevadia.

Animals & birds

A wide range of species, both native and exotic, in landscaped enclosures.

Big aviary

A large geodesic-dome aviary forms one of the park's signature sights.

Family attraction

Designed as a state-of-the-art, family-friendly day out beside the statue.

WHY VISIT

Reasons to make the time

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Hillside zoo

Terraced enclosures spread across the Kevadia slopes.

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Big aviary

A geodesic dome filled with birds aplenty.

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Many species

A mix of native and exotic animals and birds.

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Near the statue

Just a short hop from the Statue of Unity.

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Family day

A full outing the whole family can enjoy.

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Landscaped

A modern, green and carefully landscaped park.

HIGHLIGHTS

What to look for inside

THE ANIMALS

Wildlife

Native & exotic species across the terraces.

THE AVIARY

Geodesic dome

Birds aplenty inside a great geodesic-dome aviary.

THE LEVELS

Hillside terraces

Enclosures step down the landscaped hillside.

THE SETTING

Near the statue

A green counterpoint to the Statue of Unity.

FOR FAMILIES

A full outing

A varied, family-friendly day out at Kevadia.

THE PARK

Landscaped grounds

Modern, green and carefully designed enclosures.

THINGS TO DO

How to spend an hour or two

01

See the animals

Walk the terraces and meet the native and exotic wildlife across the hillside enclosures.

02

Visit the aviary

Step inside the large geodesic-dome aviary, alive with birds of every kind.

03

Explore the levels

Follow the paths down the terraced hillside, taking in each landscaped enclosure.

04

Enjoy with family

A full, easy-going outing that works for visitors of every age.

05

Pair with the statue

Combine the safari with the Statue of Unity, just nearby in the Kevadia complex.

06

Spend a half-day

Allow a couple of hours for an unhurried, varied visit.

Illustration — Jungle Safari.

ARCHITECTURE & SETTING

A modern safari park

The Jungle Safari (Sardar Patel Zoological Park) at Kevadia is a large, modern zoo on terraced hillsides near the Statue of Unity — native and exotic animals and birds in landscaped enclosures, including a big geodesic-dome aviary.

It is designed as a family-friendly day out, a green counterpoint to the engineered grandeur of the statue and dam close by.

A large hillside zoo

Native & exotic species

A geodesic-dome aviary

Near the Statue of Unity

BEST TIME TO VISIT

When to go

WINTERNov – Feb★★★★★

Cool and pleasant — the ideal season for an unhurried visit.

MONSOONJul – Sep★★★★☆

Lush, green and with full waterfalls across the wider Kevadia area.

SUMMERMar – May★★☆☆☆

Hot — start early to beat the heat of the day.

⏰ Visit in the cooler months; combine it with the Statue of Unity and the Kevadia attractions.

PLANNING ESSENTIALS

Timings & entry

🕗TIMINGSDaytime (closed Mon)
  • Part of the Kevadia complex
  • Often closed Mondays
  • Pair with the statue
  • Allow time to travel
🎟️ENTRYTicket
  • A Kevadia attraction ticket
  • Combo tickets available
  • Book ahead in season
  • Pair with nearby sights
HOW TO REACH

Getting there

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By Air

Vadodara airport is the nearest, about 90 km away, with onward road transfers to Kevadia.

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By Rail

Ekta Nagar (Kevadia) station serves the complex directly and is the most convenient rail option.

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By Road

Reach Kevadia / Rajpipla easily by road; the safari sits within the wider Kevadia complex.

NEARBY DISTANCES
Kevadia — hub · Vadodara — 90 km · Rajpipla — 25 km · Bharuch — 75 km
PHOTOGRAPHY GUIDE

At Jungle Safari

WILD & GREEN

A safari by the statue

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What to shoot

The animals across the hillside enclosures.

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Detail

The aviary and its many birds.

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Setting

The terraced hillsides above Kevadia.

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Best light

A morning visit for soft light and cooler air.

TRAVEL TIPS

Know before you go

1Buy a combo ticket to cover the safari and nearby Kevadia attractions.
2Great for families — easy paths and plenty for children to enjoy.
3Allow a half-day to take in the safari at an unhurried pace.
4Don't feed the animals; respect the enclosures and signage.
5Pair with the Statue of Unity, just nearby in the complex.
6Cooler months are best — come October to March for the most pleasant weather.
NEARBY FOOD

Where to eat around the ashram

THALI

Gujarati Thali

Full sweet-savoury meals — the classic Gujarati spread.

FARSAN

Dhokla & farsan

Steamed snacks, light and savoury, found across the region.

STREET

Kevadia food courts

Snacks and meals for visitors right within the complex.

🍽️GOOD TO KNOW

Local fare

Gujarati & tribal food, with convenient Kevadia food courts on hand.

FREQUENTLY ASKED

Jungle Safari FAQ

What is Jungle Safari?

The Jungle Safari (officially the Sardar Patel Zoological Park) is one of the headline attractions of the Kevadia complex — a large, modern zoological park laid out across terraced hillsides near the Statue of Unity. It houses a wide range of animals and birds, both native and exotic, in landscaped enclosures and aviaries, including a large geodesic-dome aviary, and is designed as a state-of-the-art, family-friendly attraction.

Where is it?

Kevadia, in the Narmada district of Gujarat.

Is there an entry fee?

Yes — entry is by ticket, with combo options for nearby Kevadia attractions.

When should I visit?

October to March, during the cooler months.

What's nearby?

The Statue of Unity, Sardar Sarovar Dam and the wider Kevadia complex.

How long does it take?

About 2–3 hours for a comfortable visit.

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