Located about only 2 kms away from the Kutch district in Gujarat, the Narayan Sarovar Chinkara Sanctuary is considered as one of the most unique wildlife sanctuaries in India. The sanctuary is also known as the Narayan Sarovar Wildlife Sanctuary and is mainly dedicated at preserving and conserving the endangered species of Chinkara or the Indian Gazelle. The sanctuary was established in April, 1981 and has been holding a special place among the nature lovers all over the world, since then. It covers a huge area of 444 sq. km.

The Narayan Sarovar Chinkara Sanctuary has a unique eco-system. A part of the sanctuary is a seasonal wetland in the arid zone that play mother to 15 threatened wildlife species. The sanctuary also has desert thorn and scrub forests that are dotted with several seasonal water bodies and grassy patches. The main reason behind its popularity is the wonderful combination of picturesque surroundings and a rich variety of flora and fauna species. A large portion of the sanctuary exhibits the edaphic climax of tropical thorn forest, where the tree height averages from 3 to 5 m. A major part of the sanctuary is also under grassland and scrub forest. The plant species like Gorad and Babul are predominant in the sanctuary. While, Babul dominates the western zone having lime stone formation, the Gorad dominates in the eastern zone that covers extensive area. The sanctuary provides shelter to about 252 species of flowering plants, including Desi baval, gorad, hermo, ber, pilu, thor, gando baval, gugal, salai, ingorio, kerdo, carissa, etc.

The Narayan Sarovar Chinkara Sanctuary provides natural habitat to several mammal fauna species, out of which, the Chinkara or Indian Gazelle is undoubtedly the most important one. The species like Chinkara, Blue Bull are the predominant mammal fauna species in the sanctuary. The other species include Spotted-Deer, Wild Boar, Wolf, Caracal, Chinkara, Desert Fox, Hyena, Desert Cat, Desert Fox, Porcupine, Ratel, Indian Pangolin, Mongoose, Hare, etc. A rich variety of smaller mammals are also found in the sanctuary. The sanctuary is home to 18 species of amphibians and reptiles, as well. The avifauna in the Narayan Sarovar Chinkara Sanctuary is also quite rich with 184 bird species residing here. The bird species include a few endangered and threatened species and also include 19 species of Raptors. Three species of Bustards reside in the sanctuary, namely the Great Indian Bustard, Houbara Bustard and Lesser Florican. A typical bird of desert habitat, named the Black Partridge, and other important species like Harriers, Common Cranes, etc. are also found in the sanctuary.

Besides being a preserver and protector of the Chinkara or Indian Gazelle and other wildlife species, the Narayan Sarovar Chinkara Sanctuary is also famous as a favourite tourist destination. Many tourists from different parts of India and also from around the world visit the sanctuary on a regular basis, to experience the great variety of wildlife. The climatic conditions of the sanctuary remain at its best during the months of September and January and hence, this period is considered the best time to visit the Narayan Sarovar Chinkara Sanctuary.