Jawai Leopard Safari

The Jawai Leopard Safari has become one of India’s most talked-about wildlife experiences, taking place across the granite hills and rock outcrops of Jawai in Rajasthan’s Pali district, between Udaipur and Jodhpur. Unlike safaris in India’s national parks, Jawai offers open terrain, high visibility, and exceptional chances of spotting leopards living alongside local Rabari communities.

If you’re planning a Jawai Leopard Safari, this guide covers everything you need: safari timings, pricing, what to pack, how to reach Jawai, and the best time to book.

Type of Safari Experience

All safaris run in private open-top gypsies — no shared vehicles, no strangers, no compromises on when you stop or move on.

Morning Safari (5:00 AM–8:00 AM)

• Best overall sighting odds, as leopards returning from night hunts are still active
• Cool temperatures and quiet hills, with pre-dawn Rajasthan light
• Ideal for first-timers, families, and anyone prioritizing wildlife encounters

Evening Safari (4:00 PM–8:00 PM)

• Granite turns amber as the sun angles behind the ridges, ideal for gold-hour photography
• Leopards re-emerge toward waterholes as the heat fades
• Ideal for photographers, couples, and anyone who’s already done a morning safari