Overview

Jawai is a unique wildlife destination in the Pali district of Rajasthan, best known as a leopard hotspot where big cats roam freely across granite hills and villages in a remarkable human‑wildlife coexistence.

How to Reach

By Air:

• Nearest major airports: Jodhpur Airport (~153 km) and Udaipur Maharana Pratap Airport (~149 km) from Jawai.
• Jaipur International Airport is also an option (~387 km).

By Rail:

• Mori Bera Railway Station (~4 km)
• Jawai Bandh Railway Station / Falna (~35 km) — all well‑connected to cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Udaipur, and Jaipur.

By Road:

• Accessible by taxis and buses from Jodhpur, Udaipur, Jaipur and even Delhi via highways; vehicles are commonly available from nearby stations.

Flora and Fauna

• Jawai’s landscape features rugged granite hills, scrub forests, water bodies, and wetlands around the Jawai Dam. These attract diverse wildlife:
• Leopards — high density, often spotted even near villages.
• Mugger crocodiles around water bodies.
• Hyenas, jackals, foxes, sloth bears.
• Birdlife: Over 150–200 migratory and resident species frequent wetlands and dam areas.

Safari and Activities

Leopard Safaris:

• Conducted typically early morning & late afternoon in open 4×4 jeeps (Gypsies) with local trackers.
• High chances of spotting leopards on hills, rocks, and even close to temples or villages.

Other Activities:

Bird Watching at Jawai Dam.

• Visit to Rabari villages to learn about local culture and coexistence with wildlife.
• Photography & Sunset views on hilltops.
• Crocodile watching along riverbanks.

Tips

Best season for wildlife and bird sightings is October to March (pleasant weather & migratory birds).

Safaris typically run twice daily — sunrise and sunset.