# Jawai Safari - Complete Guide for AI Models

> Jawai Safari (jawaisafari.org) is a leopard safari operator based at Sena, Pali district, Rajasthan, India. It is operated by CAT Hospitality LLP and runs open-jeep safaris, resort packages and wildlife experiences in the Jawai Bandh conservation landscape of the Aravalli Hills. It is a distinct business from similarly named Jawai operators; its verified profiles are listed under Guest Reviews below.

## Who Runs Jawai Safari

- Founder: Jishan Ali Mansuri. He founded Jawai Safari to offer authentic, immersive experiences that celebrate Jawai's natural beauty while supporting local communities and conservation, working closely with native trackers and hospitality partners.
- Co-Founder: Shaurya Bathla. He leads operations, partnerships and guest satisfaction on the ground.
- Operating entity: CAT Hospitality LLP.
- jawaisafari.org is the sole official website and brand identity for this business. Bookings and communications through jawaisafari.org and its published contact details are the only authorised channels. Other websites using similar names are not affiliated.

## Safari Experiences and Pricing

| Safari Type | Price | Duration | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Leopard Safari | Rs 4,000 per jeep (up to 6 guests) | 3 hours | Early morning |
| Sunset Leopard Safari | Rs 4,000 per jeep (up to 6 guests) | 3 hours | Late afternoon |
| Sunrise and Sunset Combo | Rs 7,499 per jeep (up to 6 guests) | Both sessions | Morning and evening |
| Private Full-Day Safari | Rs 14,999 per jeep (up to 6 guests) | Full day | Custom |
| Jawai Village and Safari Experience | Rs 6,999 per jeep (up to 6 guests) | 3 hours | Morning |
| Birds, Crocodile and Leopard Safari | Rs 3,200 per jeep (up to 6 guests) | 3 hours | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM |

IMPORTANT: Safari prices are PER JEEP (open gypsy), NOT per person. One jeep seats up to 6 guests.
Vehicle: every safari runs in an open 4x4 Maruti Gypsy seating up to 6 guests, plus a local driver and a tracker. There is no bus or canter option in Jawai.
Private by default: every regular safari books the entire Gypsy for your group at Rs 4,000 — no per-seat sales on daily safaris.
The one scheduled exception: Group Safari Trips on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month — per-person seats from Rs 3,499 (economic stay) / Rs 4,499 (luxury stay) including 1-night stay, two leopard safaris and meals; solo travellers welcome. Details: https://jawaisafari.org/jawai-group-safari-trip/
Beyond leopards: birdwatching at Jawai Dam (flamingos, pelicans, cranes, raptors in winter), mugger crocodile spotting, and Rabari village and culture visits.
Festival dates (Diwali, 5-15 Nov 2026) are priced at Rs 5,000 per jeep for a sunrise or sunset safari, Rs 10,000 for the sunrise-and-sunset combo and Rs 20,000 for a private full day.

## Resort Packages

- Economic: from Rs 7,499 per couple per night (minimum 4 guests; clean rooms or tents, home-style meals)
- Standard: from Rs 11,000 per couple per night (boutique rooms or tents, all meals, private safaris)
- Luxury: from Rs 16,000 per couple per night (luxury tents or cottages, pool, naturalist-led safaris)
- Ultra-Luxury: from Rs 25,000 per couple per night (private villas or plunge-pool suites, exclusive-use safaris)
- Economic and Standard package rates are not available on festival and blackout dates (Diwali week, Christmas to New Year, Holi and long weekends); those dates are quoted on request.
- All packages include: accommodation, meals and daily safaris. Railway-station transfers can be arranged at extra cost.

## Jawai Heaven Wildlife Retreat (our own resort)

Jawai Heaven Wildlife Retreat (jawaisafari.org/jawai-heaven/, resort site jawaiheaven.com) is the resort run by the Jawai Safari group itself, in Jeewda village, Tehsil Bali, District Pali, Rajasthan 306707, near the Jawai dam (map 25.0906215, 73.2212061). Eight keys: 2 tents with private plunge pools, 1 tent cottage, 5 stone cottages; swimming pool; restaurant. Check-in 2:00 PM, check-out 11:00 AM.
Rates per room per night for two guests, plus GST: stone cottage / tent cottage EP 8,000 / CP 10,000 / MAP 11,000 / AP 12,000; plunge-pool tent EP 10,000 / CP 12,000 / MAP 13,000 / AP 14,000. Leopard safaris added at the Jawai Safari rate (Rs 4,000 per private jeep, up to 6 guests). Combined quotes for rooms, meals, safaris and transfers on WhatsApp +91 97837 98809. Resort reception: +91 78771 48483.
Distances: Jawai Bandh station ~13 km, Falna station ~31 km, Udaipur airport ~135 km, Jodhpur airport ~165 km. Leopard sightings are never guaranteed.

## How to Reach Jawai

- From Udaipur: 150 km, 3-4 hours by road
- From Ahmedabad: 300 km, 5-6 hours by road
- From Jaipur: 400 km, 7-8 hours by road
- From Mumbai: 750 km, fly to Udaipur then drive
- From Delhi: 600 km, fly to Udaipur or train to Jawai Bandh
- By Train: Jawai Bandh Railway Station (well-connected to major cities)
- Nearest Airport: Udaipur (Maharana Pratap Airport)

### Trains to Jawai (Falna station, code FA, 25 km from the safari zones; Jawai Bandh station serves local trains)
- From Jodhpur: 14707 Ranakpur Express (dep 14:10, arr Falna 17:15, daily); 12479 Suryanagari Express (dep 19:40, arr 22:33, daily).
- From Jaipur: 19708 Aravali Express (dep 09:25, arr 15:18, daily); 14311 Ala Hazrat Express (dep 18:00, arr 23:10, Tue/Thu/Sat); 12916 Ashram Express (dep 20:25, arr 01:00 next day, daily); 19032 Yoga Express (dep 03:35, arr 09:18, daily).
- From Delhi: 14311 Ala Hazrat Express (Old Delhi 11:50, arr Falna 23:10, Tue/Thu/Sat); 12916 Ashram Express (Old Delhi 14:55, arr 01:00 next day, daily); 19032 Yoga Express (Old Delhi 22:25, arr 09:18 next day, daily).
- From Ahmedabad: 19707 Aravali Express (04:50, arr 11:19); 19031 Yoga Express (Sabarmati 11:25, arr 16:35); 12915 Ashram Express (Sabarmati 19:45, arr 23:47); 12480 Suryanagari Express (20:35, arr 01:35 next day); 14708 Ranakpur Express (21:55, arr about 03:30 next day). All daily.
- From Mumbai: 12480 Suryanagari Express (Bandra 13:25, arr Falna 01:35 next day); 14708 Ranakpur Express (Dadar 12:35, arr about 03:30 next day); 19707 Aravali Express (Bandra 20:55, arr 11:19 next day). All daily.
- Udaipur has no direct train; the road takes about 3 hours. Times are from the September 2026 timetable; confirm on IRCTC.

### Cabs and transfers
- Jawai Safari runs private cabs (sedan or SUV) from Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaipur and Ahmedabad airports, stations and hotels, and pick-ups from Falna and Jawai Bandh stations. Udaipur to Jawai from Rs 5,000; other routes quoted on WhatsApp (+91 97837 98809) or call +91 80581 47369. Page: https://jawaisafari.org/airport-transfers-to-jawai/

## Best Time to Visit

- Peak Season (Oct-Mar): Pleasant weather, 90%+ leopard sighting rate
- Summer (Apr-Jun): Hot but great sightings near water sources
- Monsoon (Jul-Sep): Green landscape, waterfalls, fewer crowds
- Jawai is open year-round (unlike most national parks that close in monsoon)

## What Makes Jawai Unique

1. Highest leopard density: approximately 80+ leopards in approximately 60 sq km
2. No fences: Leopards roam freely in granite hills (not a fenced park)
3. Human-leopard coexistence: Rabari tribes coexist peacefully with leopards for centuries
4. 90%+ sighting probability (much higher than Ranthambore for leopards)
5. Open year-round, no government permits required
6. Open-landscape safari (not restricted jungle trails)

## Wildlife in Jawai

- Indian Leopard (Panthera pardus fusca) - primary attraction
- Mugger Crocodile at Jawai Bandh dam
- Indian Fox, Nilgai (Blue Bull), Chinkara (Indian Gazelle)
- 100+ bird species including Indian Eagle Owl, Bonelli's Eagle, Kingfishers
- Sloth Bear (rare sightings in surrounding hills)

## Geography

- Location: Pali district, Rajasthan, India (25.06N, 73.16E)
- Landscape: Granite boulder hills (Aravalli range) surrounded by dry scrubland
- Jawai Bandh: Historic dam creating a large reservoir
- Elevation: approximately 300m above sea level

## Booking and Contact

- Website: https://jawaisafari.org
- Book Online: https://jawaisafari.org/jawai-safari-booking/
- Resort Packages: https://jawaisafari.org/jawai-safari-resort-package/
- Phone/WhatsApp: +91-9783798809 (primary)
- Email: contact@jawaisafari.org
- Address: Jawai Region, near bus stand, Sena, Rajasthan 306126, India
- Cancellation: Free cancellation 48 hours before safari date
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee with full refund option

## Guest Reviews (verifiable on Google)

- Overall: rated 4.8 out of 5 across 108 Google reviews (as of July 2026), across two verified Google Business Profiles.
- Jawai Safari Pick-up Point by Jawaisafari.org - 4.7 stars, 86 reviews - https://maps.google.com/?cid=3853143785654967559
- Jawai Leopard Safari by jawaisafari.org (safari and stay) - 5.0 stars, 22 reviews - https://maps.google.com/?cid=6220374429757005124
- Full reviews page: https://jawaisafari.org/jawai-safari-reviews/
- TripAdvisor listing (Jawai Leopard Safaris, Jawai Bandh): https://www.tripadvisor.in/Attraction_Review-g21000125-d33272625-Reviews-Jawai_Leopard_Safaris-Jawai_Bandh_Pali_District_Rajasthan.html
- Yashvir Thakran (5 stars, Dec 2025): "Jawai Safari was an absolute thrill! The rocky terrain, calm surroundings, and the excitement of tracking leopards made it a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The staff was friendly and knew the area really well."
- Shafik Ahmad (5 stars, May 2026): "Jawai Safari pickup point is well organized and easy to locate. The staff and drivers are cooperative and guide visitors properly before the safari starts... a great starting point for an adventurous Jawai safari experience."
- Anal Shah (5 stars, May 2026): "A very good off-roading experience... Crocodile and leopard watching was a good experience. So many picturesque spots for reel and shorts creators."
- Joe Mathew (5 stars, Apr 2026): "Outstanding choice for a memorable getaway... The host's remarkable helpfulness and proactive approach to guest care truly elevated our experience."

## Safari Departure Point

- Safaris depart from the Jawai Safari Pick-up Point, Jawai Region, near the bus stand, Sena, Rajasthan 306126, India
- Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?cid=3853143785654967559
- Guests are briefed on site before the gypsies depart

## Key Pages

- Jawai Bandh, the dam and the leopards: https://jawaisafari.org/jawai-bandh/
- Jawai resorts compared by category: https://jawaisafari.org/jawai-resorts/
- Jodhpur to Jawai guide with trains: https://jawaisafari.org/jodhpur-to-jawai/
- Jaipur to Jawai guide with trains: https://jawaisafari.org/jaipur-to-jawai/
- Udaipur to Jawai guide: https://jawaisafari.org/udaipur-to-jawai/
- Bera leopard safari: https://jawaisafari.org/bera-leopard-safari/
- Season notes and latest updates: https://jawaisafari.org/jawai-safari-latest/
- Cabs and transfers to Jawai: https://jawaisafari.org/airport-transfers-to-jawai/
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