Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary

Situated about 32 km from Bikaner, the Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the famous wildlife parks in Rajasthan. In the past, this place served as the favorite hunting ground for the royal family of Bikaner. A big attraction within the sanctuary is the dazzling lake which is visited by numerous wild animals in the summer months to quench their thirst and get respite from the scorching heat. This lake also attracts a large variety of bird species, especially the Imperial Sand Gouse during winter months. Bird lovers visit this place to enjoy the sight of the colorful varieties of birds. The sanctuary also serves as the abode of a large number of animal species including the wildfowl, antelope, chinkara, and desert foxes. Deers, black bucks, and wild boars are also present here in good numbers. Surrounded by dense jungle within the sanctuary stands the stylish Gajner Palace Hotel that provides lodging facilities to the visitors. The hotel also provides jungle safaris to the tourists to give them an opportunity to explore the dense forests of the sanctuary. An expert guide with detailed knowledge about the sanctuary and the wildlife accompanies the visitors on the jungle safari.