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Desert National Park
A massive wildlife sanctuary right beside Khuri dunes, home to the endangered Great Indian Bustard.
NatureDesert National ParkSpanning over 3,000 square kilometers right on the edge of Khuri dunes, the Desert National Park is a protected ecosystem of sand drifts, fossil beds, and rare desert wildlife.
The draw
Why go
- It is one of the last places on earth where you can see the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard in the wild.
- Unlike standard dunes, the park is home to a rich variety of desert fauna including eagles, falcons, desert foxes, chinkaras (Indian gazelles), and monitor lizards.
Before you go
Good to know
- An official park permit and a forest department guide are required to enter the core wildlife areas.
- Pair this with a morning jeep safari to catch the wildlife when they are most active.