Chitwan, Nepal
Chitwan Jungle Safari
A UNESCO-listed reserve where one-horned rhino graze the floodplain and Bengal tiger still range.
Tour highlights
Jeep safari deep into Chitwan National Park
Dugout canoe ride on the Rapti River
Guided nature walk with a park naturalist
Tharu cultural stick dance performance
Elephant breeding centre visit
Sunset over the Rapti floodplain
Early-morning bird watching
Day-by-day itinerary
Morning drive to Sauraha (approx. 5–6 hours). After lunch and a briefing, visit a traditional Tharu village and the riverbank for sunset. Evening Tharu cultural dance performance.
Dawn bird watching, then a dugout canoe drift down the Rapti River spotting gharial and marsh mugger. Guided jungle walk, and after lunch a jeep safari into the core park area in search of rhino and deer. Visit the elephant breeding centre on the way back.
Final early-morning nature walk or optional elephant bathing, breakfast at the lodge, then the drive back to Kathmandu or onward transfer to Pokhara.
Amenities available
Cost includes
- Kathmandu–Chitwan–Kathmandu transfer by tourist vehicle
- 2 nights jungle lodge accommodation
- All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the stay
- National park entry permits and conservation fees
- Jeep safari, canoe ride and guided nature walk
- Professional naturalist guide
- Tharu cultural programme
Cost excludes
- Elephant bathing and optional activities
- Alcoholic and bottled beverages
- Personal expenses and tipping
- Travel insurance
- Anything not listed under inclusions
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