If you are looking for weekend getaway from Ahmedabad somewhere in the lap of nature then let me help you. It is always refreshing to break the routine and explore something that our heart wants. Usually weekends give us the opportunity to try new places to rejuvenate our souls. Just 90 kilometres from Ahmedabad situated a village named Dasada. Near this village there is a Resort called Rann Riders. It is an eco friendly resort with ethnic ambience. The best thing about Rann Riders is its ideal location as it is located near wetlands and agricultural fields. The rural touch to its accommodation facilities make you feel like you are staying in rural countryside. There is a lot to explore while enjoying nature in the village setting like culture, weaves, handicrafts of Surendra Nagar, delicious food, wildlife, etc. there are many facilities being provided by the Resort like different types of Safaris to explore nearby animal and bird habitats. Safaris include jeep safari, camel safaris and horse safaris in the little Rann of Kutch. These safaris will land you to the striking tours of desert, wildlife habitat, bird watching and rural country side to explore the actual India.The safari organised by the resort to the little Rann of Kutch is quite interesting one as it gives you an opportunity to click some animals that are not found anywhere else. The little Rann of Kutch has a wild life sanctuary spread over an area of 4950 square kilometres. It also includes large expanse of saline desert wilds mixed with grass, shrub lands and marshes. This cross desert safari is unique and exciting. You get to visit the bets, islands on the sea bed. These have now turned into higher grounds encrusted with grass and shrubs. Here the rich wild life can be a big attraction which includes Gudkhur, Blackbucks, Nilgai, Chinkara, Indian Wolf, White footed Desert Fox, Indian Fox, Golden Jackals, Desert Cats, Jungle Cats, Fishing Cats, Striped Hyenas, etc. Gudkhur are the Asiatic wild ass which is quite good looking chestnut brown coloured member of horse family (equss genus). It is not found anywhere else but here in the Kutch. Seen roaming in small herds these wild asses can gallop in high speed. The Blackbucks are graceful Indian antelopes while the Nilgai is the India’s largest antelope. Nilgai are also known as Blue bull. Chinkara is an elegant Indian gazelle seen here. These mammals are in good numbers at the bets. The endangered Indian wolf is also seen here. Small carnivores are found in this desrt land. If you talk about small animals and reptiles then you can get the chance to see Hares, Gerbils, hedgehogs, Spiny Tailed Lizards, Red & Common Sand Boa, Saw – scaled Viper, Cobra, Field Mice, Indian rat snake, etc. Many Desert dwelling reptiles are found here in the Little Runn of Kutch.This place is a real paradise for bird watchers because of its lake though it is small but good to attract birds. It also has extensive field area that gives you good chances to sight a variety of avian species. Birds found here are : Grey and pond Herons, Egrets, Pied Kingfishers, White breasted Kingfishers, Spoonbill, Comb duck (Nakta), Saras (Cranes), etc. can be seen at the lake. Shikra Hawks, Rosy Pastor (Rose Coloured Starling), Ibises, etc. can be seen chirping on the trees at the resort. The resort has become breeding ground for some birds as the trees here provide proper nesting place for birds. Bird watching is a delight at the Little Rann of Kutch as it is declared as Ramsar Site. Large flocks of Larks, dry land birds like Sand grouse, Coursers, Plovers, Chats, Warblers, Babblers, Shrikes, Houbara Bustard (winter birds), etc. are seen here indulged in their magnificent activities. If you want to see large number of birds at one place then the wetlands are the best spot to spot Flamingos, Pelicans, Storks, Ibises, Spoonbill, Water Fowls, variety of ducks, etc. The best time to watch excellent variety of birds is winter season that is usually from October to March. Some big hunters of Rann are Short toed Eagle, Aquila Eagles, six species of Falcon, Buzzards and three species of Harries which can be seen at night roosting in open spaces.Nearby excursions
- Birding sites near Dasada – Nawa Talao lake, wetlands near Patdi fort, Viramgam town lake, reservoirs of Surendra Nagar
- Modhera Sun Temple – 11th century historic temple, classical dance festival during winter, distance 45 kilometres from Rann
- Shankheshwar – 12th century magnificent Jain temple of Bhagwan Shankheshwar Parshwanatha with a life sized impressive staue in Padmasana position, Agam Temple, temple of 108 Parshawanatha, Padamavatidevi Temple, Gurudev temple, etc. distance 25 kilometres
- Bahucharaji – Hindu temples, distance 30 kilometres
- Jhinjhwada – distance 19 kilometres, old fort ruins of Solanki dynasty
- Munsar Tank – distance 30 kilometres, 12th century tank surrounded by intricately carved temples.
The resort has various types of accommodation facilities to give village like feeling. The cottages are specially designed like country side homes. Good food is available. Various recreational activities can also be enjoyed at the resort.займ на карту без отказов круглосуточновзять кредит онлайн