Chitwan National Park

This park is the most popular destination for tourist wanting to have a good experience of the regions wildlife. It was declared a national park in 1973. In 1984, UNESCO designated it as Natural World Heritage Site. The park offers protection to 56 species of mammals including the one horned rhinoceros, Bengal Tiger, leopard, sloth bear, wild elephant, striped hyena, Gangetic dolphin and wild bison. There are an estimated species of birds, 126 species of fish, 590 species of butterflies and 47 species of reptiles in the park. A recent study also points out the over a third of Nepal's total population is in Chitwan.

The park is spread over an area of 932 sq.km and located in the lowlands of the kingdom. The forest cover is predominantly sal, interspersed with tall grasslands, small hills, ox-bow lakes and flood plains.

Currently we have two Jungle Safari Packages, where one is Inside the park, and another one is Outside the Park.

When to visit?

The best time to visit Royal Chitwan National Park from October through March, when the temperature averages 25 degrees Celsius. The months of March, April and June can be extremely hot, while July - September is the monsoon season when river swell and part of the become inaccessible.

How to get there? By surface A pleasant five hours drive by car or bus on the Kathmandu - Narayanghat highway follows the Trishuli river offering you a continually changing landscape from the mountains of the Himalayas to the plains of the Terai. By raft: One of the most exciting way to travel to the park is to raft down the Trishuli River. For two or more days you can float down the river experiencing its numerous rapid and seeing a variety of village life, flora and fauna along its banks. By air 20 min. flight will bring you from Kathmandu to Bharatpur where you will be met by our staff and transfer to the resort.   What to bring? Binoculars, Flashlight, Insect repellent, A jacket or sweater from November through February. Lightest clothing with sunglasses and hats from April onwards. Pants should be worn during elephant rides. Bright colors such as red and white should be avoided since those colors have been known to upset the rhinos. Comfortable walking shoes are essential. Please carry only the bare necessities but not jewellery and valuable items. During the warmer months swimming suits are recommended.   Package tour - Inside the park: This package is ideal for those who wish to take an adventure in the forest at an affordable price, but in an executive way. You will be among One-Horned Rhinoceroses all the time and deer roams your cottage from the dawn of the day. It is likely that you'll encounter Tiger while you go deep into the forest on the elephant back.   Package tour inside the park (Accommodation at Island Jungle Resort) Total tour price: US$ 120.00 per head.

Itinerary:   Day 01 Arrive, meet & transfer via boat across the Narayani River to IJR.   On reaching resort, our Guest Relations Officer will brief guests. 1:00 pm - Lunch 3:30 pm - Elephant Safari / Jungle Walk / Nature Walk with Boat Ride 8:00 pm - Dinner Day 02 5:30 am - Wake Up Call followed by tea/coffee 6:00 am - Bird Watching / Elephant Safari / Jungle Walk 8:00 am - Breakfast 9:00 am - Crocodile Walk. A 45 minute walk through grassland and forest upstream of the Narayani River. Board boats to observe crocodiles along the banks while floating back to the camp. 1:00 pm - Lunch 3:00 pm - Elephant Safari / Jungle Walk / Visit Observation Tower / Nature Walk with Boat Ride 8:00 pm - Dinner Day 03 Wake Up Call Followed by tea/coffee 6:00 am - Bird Watching / Elephant Safari / Jungle Walk 8:00 am - Breakfast 9:30 am - Departure

Extension Program -3 Nights / 4 Days (Accommodation at Island Jungle Resort) Total tour price: US$ 160.00 per head.

Itinerary   Day 01 Arrive, meet & transfer via boat across the Narayani River to IJR.   On reaching resort, our Guest Relations Officer will brief guests. 1:00 pm - Lunch 3:30 pm - Elephant Safari / Jungle Walk / Nature Walk with Boat Ride 8:00 pm - Dinner Day 02 5:30 am - Wake Up Call followed by tea/coffee 6:00 am - Bird Watching / Elephant Safari / Jungle Walk 8:00 am - Breakfast 9:00 am - Crocodile Walk. A 45 minute walk through grassland and forest upstream of the Narayani River. Board boats to observe crocodiles along the banks while floating back to the camp. 1:00 pm - Lunch 3:00 pm - Elephant Safari / Jungle Walk / Visit Observation Tower / Nature Walk with Boat Ride 8:00 pm - Dinner Day 03 9:30 am - Boat Excursion to Amaltari Ghat followed by a full day Nature Trek to the Churia Hills. Pack lunch en route & return by Land Rover / Jeep.   Option   9:30 am - Visit Tharu Village to see and learn about the ethnic people of Chitwan. Return to camp. 1:00 pm - Lunch 3:30 pm - Boat Excursion to Amaltari Ghat & return by Jeep / Land Rover 8:00 pm - Dinner Day 04 Wake Up Call followed by tea/coffee 6:00 am - Bird Watching / Elephant Safari / Jungle Walk 8:00 am - Breakfast 9:30 am - Departure

The above price includes: All Ground transportation by tourist bus, van as above itinerary, meal on full board basis, accommodation at Island Jungle Resort (one of the finest Resort inside the Royal Chitwan National Park), All jungle and tour activities as above itinerary, all entry permits, Jungle guide, etc.   The above price doesn't includes: Accommodation in Kathmandu, meal whilst in Kathmandu - allow US$ 18 per day, travel insurance, International air fare to Nepal, Nepal entry visa fee US$ 30 (duration 60 days from date of issue)- you may issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport - Kathmandu, Disembarkation Airport Tax in Nepal - approx. US$15, Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry, tips etc,   Note: All timings are subject to change according to the season. Canoeing will be offered from October to mid – March only. Jungle drive will be offered from mid – November until June only.

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