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Chitwan Jungle Safari

Three days in Chitwan National Park – home of the one-horned rhinoceros and the Bengal tiger – with canoeing, jungle walks and Tharu culture.

Duration3 Days
Tour typeWildlife
Best seasonOct–Mar
Starts fromKathmandu
AccommodationHotel / guest house
Price fromOn request
GeographyForest / lowland
Ethnic peopleTharu
TransportationBus / jeep

Overview

If you think Nepal is just about beautiful mountains, consider wandering into the dense jungle of Chitwan. Spreading across 932 km², Chitwan National Park is home to the one-horned rhinoceros and the Royal Bengal tiger. The Himalaya-fed Narayani and Rapti rivers form a diverse habitat for a wide range of flora and fauna, and Beeshazari Lake ("twenty thousand lake"), a Ramsar site, beautifies the area even more.

The Chitwan Jungle Safari is an exotic trip where you experience a harmonious blend of biodiversity and indigenous Tharu culture. You can enjoy the jungle from a safe distance on an elephant-back ride deep into the forest, where you can spot rhinos, monkeys, deer, peacocks and many other animals.

A jeep safari takes you to the Gharial Crocodile Breeding Centre and the Elephant Breeding Centre, where you can witness the efforts taken to protect the species. If you are an avid nature lover, you can enjoy a jungle walk and bird watching with our nature expert. An early morning canoe ride on the Rapti River allows a close encounter with crocodiles, gharial and many aquatic birds and animals in their natural habitat.

Chitwan is home to the Tharu community, so going around a Tharu village by ox cart or on horseback is another exciting thing to do. The evenings are musical, with cultural performances by Tharu dancers in their colourful dress – and you can dance your heart out too. Book your trip to Chitwan and enjoy the beauty of the plains of Nepal.

Trip highlights

  • One-horned rhinoceros, deer, monkeys, peacocks and – with luck – the Bengal tiger
  • Canoe ride on the Rapti River among crocodiles and gharial
  • Jungle walk and bird watching with a nature expert
  • Gharial Crocodile and Elephant Breeding Centres
  • Tharu village visit and cultural evening

Tour Itinerary

Day 1Drive to Chitwan

The drive from Kathmandu to Chitwan takes about 5–6 hours. The road takes you through the hills and into the plains. On reaching Chitwan we visit the Tharu villages by ox cart and on horseback. The evening is musical, with cultural performances.

Day 2Chitwan jungle safari

We visit the major sights on the second day, including a canoe ride, elephant ride, a visit to the elephant breeding centre and elephant bathing. The day is spent in nature.

Day 3Drive from Chitwan to Kathmandu

The last day includes a jungle walk and bird watching in the early morning. After breakfast we leave for Kathmandu.

Itineraries can be changed to suit your pace. Weather or local conditions may require adjustments on the day.

What's Included

Included

  • All necessary national park permits
  • Accommodation
  • Transport by land
  • Food during the package (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
  • Insurance of staff
  • Airport pick-up on arrival and drop on departure

Not included

  • Personal equipment
  • Personal insurance for travel to Nepal
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
  • Emergency rescue evacuation
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities (tips)
  • Bar bills and mineral water

Good to Know

This is our regular trip. If you are looking for a luxury trip – by private vehicle and driver, by flight or by helicopter, with five-star hotel services – or want to spend more days in Chitwan, please let us know and we will arrange it.

If you are interested in going to Pokhara for paragliding, boating or cycling, seeing Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha, or rafting, tell us your wishes and we will do our best to arrange it for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a private tour?

Yes – all our tours are private by default, with your own guide and vehicle. Joining a small group is possible on request.

Can I change the itinerary?

Of course. Your guide can adjust the pace and order of visits, and we can add extra sites or combine tours.

What should I wear?

Comfortable shoes and modest clothing covering shoulders and knees for temples. Bring a light jacket for early mornings.

How do I pay?

A deposit of at least 50% confirms your booking; the balance is due 30 days before arrival. Contact us for bank transfer details.

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