Jungle Safari in Chitwan National Park (932 Sq. Km)
For a country known for its beautiful mountains, the Gangetic flat lands of the Terai that stretches through out the southern part of Nepal provide a wholly different experience. A visit to Nepal remains incomplete without seeing the beauty of the Terai.And Chitwan is the best place to do so. The Royal Chitwan National Park, established in 1973, provides a great wildlife experience with its rich flora and fauna. The wildlife and the landscape are not as breathtaking as those found in Africa but still, the experience will stand out.Chitwan is only 150m above the sea level. The place gets steamy from March-June, with peak temperatures reaching 43°C in the shade. Short grass makes Feb-May the best game-viewing season, but the autumn months are gorgeous, with Himalayan views, and in winter (December-January), Chitwan is pleasantly warmed compared to Kathmandu.
The monsoon season (July-August) is intense, with pounding rain, swollen rivers, and luxuriant vegetation. While the rain isn't constant, the humidity is all pervasive.
Places of Interest
Though one can visit neighboring Tharu villages in Chitwan, the major interesting focus of Chitwan is still the exploration of the Chitwan National Park.
How to Get
By Raft (scenic or white water):Departure from Kathmandu at 7.00 A.M. by car/coach for Mugling (confluence of Marshynagdi and Trisuli river) from where exciting rafting begins and floats down to a picnic spot for lunch along the river side. Continue your destination where our vehicle will be waiting to transfer you to Chitwan.
By Surface:Departure from Kathmandu at 7.00 A.M by car/ coach for Chitwan National park on the Mugling-Narayanghat highway 175 kms for a scenic four hour drive.
By Air: By air service will be available from Kathmandu to Bharatpur as everyday. It takes about 20 min.
Major Activities in Chitwan National Park
Elephant Safari: Travel through open grassland and dense forest on elephant back in search of rare games. Be on the lookout for the great one homed rhino, four species of deer, wild boar, sloth bear, leopard, bison and the big one, the Royal Bengal tiger.
Canoe Rides: A traditional dugout takes you on a silent trip down the Rapti river to view birds., crocodile and the animals of the river of the river bank (From October through to mid March)
Nature Walk of Jungle Walk : Out trained naturalists take you to prime spots to view deer, rhino, sloth bears and other wildlife. Detailed knowledge of the wildlife and jungle will enhance your trip.
Bird Watching : An early morning walk through the bush and along the Rapti river is a must to view many of the more than 450 species of exotic. Birds including the Giant Hombill. Lesser florican and Paradise Flycastcher. Again you will be accompanied by our experienced naturalist
Jungle Drive:The visitor stay with us more than 3 nights, who can go into the jungle's park to view birds and animals by driving a jeep . Our jungle drive in the jeep will take you more than 20km.inside the jungle from Rapti river to the Lama lake.
Tharu Stick Dance: A melodious tribal dance performed by Tharu men to the rhythms of drums and with clashing of stick embodies and projects how to drive away Rhino and other wild animals from human habitat. Once the driving away of animals is achieved, the dance turns into joyful. After dinner at the hotel /lodge/tented camp you can watch Tharu stick dance. We will arrange dance for your enjoyment.
Colourful Tharu Village:Experience the culture and traditional of the Tharu people. These Terai people live near the jungle and wildlife for centuries. At night the culture programme will be held and you can see the traditional dance of Tharu.
Package Schedule 2 Night/ 3Days
Departure from Kathmandu Royal Chitwan National Park. You will then be transferred to Resort where you will be offered refreshment & be given a briefing on our resort & its facilities. After being briefed about your programme for the day.
Day 01: Kathmandu-Chitwan
13.00 hrs. Lunch
1500 hrs. Briefing on elephant safari & bathing.
1600 hrs. Elephant safari (Approx. 2 hours)
1900 hrs. Tharu dance or culture show program
2000 hrs. Dinner
Day 02: Full Day Chitwan Tour Excursion
05.30 hrs: Wake up call
06.00 hrs: Tea / Coffee followed by Nature walk for Birdwatching
07.30 hrs: Breakfast
08.30 hrs: Canoe ride along with Elephant breeding center
13.00 hrs: Lunch
15.00 hrs: Visit to National Park visitor center (Information about the Park)
16.00 hrs: Village tour to a near by ethnic Tharu village by ox cart.
19.00 hrs: Slides presentation about the flora & fauna of the National Park
20.00 hrs: Dinner
Day 03:
07.00 hrs: Wake up call
07.30 hrs: Breakfast
09.30 hrs: Departure.
Cost Includes
- Accommodation twin bedded rooms with attached baths.
- All meals featuring international like Chinese, continental, Indian, and Nepali cuisine during your Chitwan Package Program.
- All Jungle activities with services of our naturalist & nature guide for elephant briefing, bathing & safari, tharu culture dance presentation, National Park permit fee.
- All necessary ground transportation facilities by Tourist Van.
- National Park entrance and Nature Conservation fees. Vat & T.S.F etc.'
Cost Excludes
- Personal nature such as Bar bills, laundry, telephone, tips etc.
- Air fare and airport tax
Package 01 Night/02 Days
Package 02 Night/03 Days
Package 03 Night/04 Days
Jungle Safari in Nepal
