Visit Jawai - The Hilly Residence of Leopards in Rajasthan
The state of Rajasthan is synonymous with the land of desert. Most part of the state is covered by the Thar Desert, with few exceptions in the popular cities of Jaipur, Udaipur, Moun Abu and a few more. Jawai Bera, situated in Rajasthan's Pali district, is another fascinating yet lesser-known destination worth exploring. The landscape of Jawai is exceptionally beautiful, with granite hills sprawling all over. Also known as the ‘Leopard Hills,’ this picturesque destination has gained fame for its harmonious coexistence of humans and leopards, making it a must-visit for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. The serene Jawai Dam, adds to its captivating charm. Jawai stands out not just for its stunning scenery but also for its thriving leopard population, which is surprisingly easy to spot. The region’s leopards are known for their remarkable adaptability and peaceful interaction with the local Rabari community, who consider them sacred. Its untouched beauty, combined with its rich wildlife makes it one of Rajasthan's most enchanting and offbeat destinations.
Feeling Enchanted? Here’s What You Should Know about Jawai
• Leopard Safaris - The Most Thrilling Part of Jawai
The unique selling point of the safaris in Jawai is to spot leopards dwelling inside the caves amid the granite hills. The experience is totally rewarding.
Safari Booking for Jawai
Spotting the leopards of Jawai are gaining notable demand and tourism is on the verge of booming like no other. Therefore, it is better to go for an advance booking option, as the jeeps now might not be available if you arrive without a prior reservation. The same is the case with the accommodations near the safari region. For prior reservations, Jawai safari tickets are available online and various travel firms are taking special interest to provide services to tourists interested in visiting Jawai.
Various resorts set up in Jawai extend the jeep safari opportunities to visitors. These safaris take tourists to the granite hills area near the Jawai Bandh (dam). Early morning hours just after sunrise and the evening till sunset are the prime hours of safari activities. These different shifts of the day provide different experiences. In the daytime, you might spot tigers sitting on the granite hills, soaking in the sun or getting ready for the day’s hunt. During the evening safari, the big cats can be seen retreating to their caves. The leopards along their cubs looking at you during your safari drives is an incredible sight to behold.
• How to Reach
Nearest Airport: The nearest airport to Jawai is at Jodhpur. However, if you are coming from a distant city or country, then you can board a flight to Jaipur or Delhi, then take a connecting flight to Jodhpur, or cover the remaining distance by train or road.
Nearest Railway Station: Mori Bera and Falna are the nearest railheads to reach Jawai from neighbouring cities like Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaipur, Mount Abu and so on. Connecting trains from far away cities are also available to reach Jawai via the major railheads of Rajasthan.
Road Trips: For travel enthusiasts, road trips are the most fascinating part of the trip. With popular locations like Mount Abu, Jodhpur, Kumbalgarh, Udaipur and Jaipur in close proximity to Jawai, an all-inclusive itinerary covered by road sounds so perfect.