In a bold move set to redefine global eco-tourism, the Haryana government has unveiled plans to develop the world’s largest jungle safari, sprawling over 10,000 acres in the Aravalli range across Gurugram and Nuh districts.
The ambitious project is not only five times the size of the Sharjah Safari in the UAE — currently the world’s largest outside Africa — but also promises to position India as a global wildlife tourism destination.
The proposed safari will be a diverse ecological zone, home to:
- Four separate big-cat enclosures for tigers, lions, leopards, and cheetahs
- Herbivore habitats
- An expansive aviary for exotic birds
- A herpetarium for reptiles
- A captivating aquatic world
- Botanical gardens and biomes ranging from equatorial and desert to coastal environments.
The safari’s master plan is being shaped by international experts, with two global firms shortlisted after a worldwide Expression of Interest. Drawing inspiration from models like Sharjah Safari, the project will integrate world-class design, smart animal enclosures, and sustainable architecture.
Endorsed by the Central Zoo Authority, the park will be governed under a joint Centre-State initiative via a new Aravalli Foundation. If all goes according to plan, the park may open by 2027, putting Haryana — and India — on the global wildlife map.
Haryana’s jungle safari is more than just a tourism project. It's a visionary blend of wildlife conservation, sustainable development, and community empowerment.