South Gujarat's first jungle safari commences in Mandvi's Kevdi forest
Tourists will now be able to observe wildlife and birds on a 5-kilometre long route
By Capital Kranti desk, Gandhinagar · Editor: Parth Thakkar
10 November 2026, 9:11 am · 1 min read
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The Surat Forest Department has officially launched South Gujarat's first jungle safari in the Kevdi forest area of Mandvi taluka. This safari route extends over an approximately 5-kilometre long natural forest path from Kevdi to Rajana Tanka.
During this safari, tourists will be able to closely observe wildlife such as deer, nilgai, leopards, and attractive flying squirrels, as well as hundreds of species of birds. Rare birds like the hornbill are also found here. Previously, during the 2023 Bird Festival, 116 types of birds were recorded here, but according to a recent survey, the total number of bird species has increased to 202.
Dheeraj Kumar, Deputy Conservator of Forests, Surat Division, stated that his objective is to make the entire tour completely eco-friendly. Currently, the safari has been started with diesel vehicles in the first phase, but electric jeeps will be introduced here soon.
The Kevdi area was previously known for its natural beauty and water bodies.
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