Activities: Road Tour / Safari Tour
Best Season: All Year Round
Highlight
- Learn about the Tharu people and their culture, dance, food, and way of life.
- Visit 20 Thousand Lake, Elephant and Crocodile Breeding Center, and locals,s villages.
- Be able to do Chitwan Elephant Safari & Bathing, Jeep Safari, Jungle Walk, Bird watching, and Canoe Ride.
- Come across many rare wild varieties like One-Horned Rhinoceros, Bengal Tiger, Crocodiles, and many others.
- Drive a little out from Kathmandu and explore the wild plain lands of southern-eastern Nepal.
- Set off on Nepal\'s best forest safari.
Overview
Do you enjoy being in woods, surrounded by nothing but trees, birds, and animals? If you want to go somewhere similar, you can do Chitwan Jungle Safari in Nepal. As its name says, Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour happens in Chitwan National Park, the oldest national park in the country. With 367 sq mi, the national park resides 97 km away from Kathmandu in the dense plainlands and inner lowlands of the south-central part of Nepal and touches four districts: Chitwan, Nawalpur, Parsa, and Makwanpur. Generally, the park is well-known for its encounters with One-horned Rhinos and Bengal Tigers.
Altogether over 700 wildlife species live in the woods of this national park, including crocodiles, sloth bears, leopard cats, golden jackals, hog deers, and many more. Likewise, the dense woods of sal species trees inside Chitwan National Park is a nest of over 543 bird species. Some of the common birds of the park are Spotted Eagle, Kingfishers, Egrets, Stork, Peafowl, Brahminy ducks, and others. Thus, Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour is a full-on trip for wildlife lovers.
You’ll not only view the varied vegetation and wildlife of the site. From the famous elephant safari, bird watching, lake walks, jungle walks, elephant bathing, sunset watching, boat riding, and jeep safaris, you’ll also do all these multiple things here on this jungle trip. As a bonus, you can also learn about the Tharu ethnic-the locals of the region and their culture.
This particular Chitwan jungle safari itinerary is a three days long program that starts and ends in Kathmandu. But you can select other longer itineraries of the Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour or add other trips along with this tour or even customize it. All you require to perform is to remember us. We’ll offer the best plan as per your need and wish.
Outline Itinerary
Day 1: Drive from Kathmandu to Chitwan(815m)
Day 2: Activities in Chitwan National Park
Day 3: Activities and Drive back to Kathmandu
FAQ's
What is the Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour?
- The Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour is a wildlife-focused Nepal tour that takes place in Chitwan National Park, Nepal’s oldest national park. The tour offers jungle safaris, wildlife viewing, bird watching, and cultural experiences in a natural forest environment.
Where is Chitwan National Park located?
- Chitwan National Park is located about 97 km south of Kathmandu in the lowland Terai region of Nepal. The park extends across Chitwan, Nawalpur, Parsa, and Makwanpur districts.
How long is the Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour?
- The Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour is a wildlife-focused Nepal tour that takes place in Chitwan National Park, Nepal’s oldest national park. The tour offers jungle safaris, wildlife viewing, bird watching, and cultural experiences in a natural forest environment.
Where is Chitwan National Park located?
- Chitwan National Park is located about 97 km south of Kathmandu in the lowland Terai region of Nepal. The park extends across Chitwan, Nawalpur, Parsa, and Makwanpur districts.
How long is the Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour?
- The standard Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour is a 3-day itinerary starting and ending in Kathmandu. However, longer stays and customized programs are also available.
What wildlife can be seen in Chitwan National Park?
- One-horned Rhinoceros
- Royal Bengal Tiger
- Crocodiles and gharials
- Sloth bears
- Deer species, jackals, and leopard cats
- Wildlife sightings depend on season and luck.
Is Chitwan National Park good for bird watching?
- Yes, Chitwan National Park is one of the best bird-watching destinations in Nepal, with over 543 bird species including kingfishers, storks, egrets, peafowl, Brahminy ducks, and spotted eagles.
What activities are included in the Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour?
- Jeep safari inside the national park
- Elephant safari (subject to availability and ethics)
- Jungle walks with naturalists
- Canoe or boat rides
- Bird watching
- Elephant bathing (where permitted)
- Sunset views and lake walks
- Tharu cultural programs
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