About Zarwani Eco Campsite
Zarwani Eco Campsite is a forest eco-tourism campsite located in Zarwani village inside the Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary in Narmada district, Gujarat. Managed by the Gujarat Forest Department, it offers tented accommodation amid dry deciduous forest near the Zarwani Waterfall. It is notable for nature-based stays, birdwatching and trekking, and its proximity to the Statue of Unity and Sardar Sarovar Dam circuit.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect tented accommodation set in a forested area of the Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary with basic but comfortable amenities. The site includes dining facilities, open areas for bonfire and nature walks, and access to forest trails and the seasonal Zarwani Waterfall nearby. The surroundings are quiet woodland with opportunities for birdwatching, photography and short treks. Stays are typically overnight with check-in/check-out timings and advance booking required.
Key highlights
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Tented eco-accommodation inside Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary
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Proximity to seasonal Zarwani Waterfall
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Birdwatching and nature walks in dry deciduous forest
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Trekking trails and forest interpretation with guides
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Evening bonfire and dining facility at the campsite
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Base for visiting Statue of Unity circuit attractions
History of Zarwani Eco Campsite
Located within Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary, an area historically inhabited by tribal communities and later notified as a wildlife sanctuary for conservation of dry deciduous forest ecosystem in the Satpura-Vindhya ranges.
Culture & Context
The area reflects tribal culture of the Narmada region, particularly Vasava and other Adivasi communities, with local traditions, handicrafts and forest-based livelihoods showcased through eco-tourism initiatives.
Route
| By air | Nearest airports are Vadodara Airport (BDQ) and Ahmedabad Airport (AMD); onward by road/rail to Rajpipla/Kevadia and then to Zarwani |
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