Chitwan Jungle Safari - 3 Days

About Chitwan Jungle Safari

If you are someone who loves to explore and spend time in the wilderness, then Chitwan Jungle Safari is the best package for you. Chitwan Jungle Safari takes you away from the bustle of the cities into the deep and dense forests of Chitwan National Park, where you get to see a diverse range of flora and fauna. Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour is one of the most famous tours of Nepal. This short tour will allow you to see the wildlife of Nepal. Chitwan National Park has got something for every adventure lover.

In 1979, Chitwan National Park was declared a UNESCO Natural Heritage Site. Located in southern central Nepal, this park covers 932 square kilometers with deciduous forests overlooking the floodplains of Narayani, Rapti, and Reu rivers. There is a range of budget to 5-star hotels and resorts all around the Chitwan National Park to accommodate. Chitwan Wildlife Safari Tour is an ideal package that fits all age groups.

The word Chitwan means 'Heart of Jungle'. This park is home to rare animals like one-horned rhinoceros, royal Bengal tiger, wild-elephant, blue bull, leopards, gharial crocodiles, grey langur, python, wild-cats, deer, etc along with more than 650 species of birds. Chitwan Jungle Safari is no doubt  the best way to escape and indulge in the wild part of nature. The notion of capturing these exotic animals and birds any moment will keep your heart pounding throughout the jungle safari.

Overall the Chitwan Jungle Safari Package includes adventurous activities like Elephant Back Safari, Jungle Walk, Bird Watching, Canoeing, Elephant Bathing, Sunset Views, etc. The Elephant Safari is also great to have a close-up view of the wildlife. Likewise, to soothe your soul, you will visit the nearby Tharu villages, where you will get to experience Tharu culture and tradition. You will get welcomed by the locals in their cultural dress with dance and delicious assortments.

Highlights

  • Scenic drive from Kathmandu or Pokhara to Chitwan
  • Explore the Chitwan National Park
  • Elephant Safari/Jeep Drive
  • Get to see more than 500 Asian One-Horned Rhino, Royal Bengal Tigers, and several other wildlife
  • Adventurous boating/canoeing trip
  • Enjoy exotic bird watching
  • Go on a deep jungle walk
  • Swimming and elephant bathing
  • Discover the unique tradition and culture of Tharu people
  • Observe Tharu stick dance

Itinerary

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You arrive at Chitwan either by taking a scenic bus/van ride or a short flight. Upon reaching Chitwa, you move to the hotel or resort that has been booked by the company as per your budget. You will have a few hours to relax. Later, in the evening, you will visit nearby Tharu villages, where you get to see the culture and tradition of the Tharu people. 

  • Hotel/Resort
  • BLD

Today, the day begins early in the morning, and you go on an adventurous canoe ride. After that, you return to the hotel/resort and have your breakfast. Later, you will visit the Chitwan National Park and go on Elephant Safari. You will also have a deep jungle walk and visit the Elephant Breeding Center. During your safari, you get to see a range of wildlife, birds, and flora. In the late evening, you will see a gorgeous sunset and return to the hotel/resort for the night stay.

  • Hotel/Resort
  • BLD

After having breakfast, you will check-out of the hotel/resort and drive back to Kathmandu. You will be guided by one of our team representatives. 

  • Breakfast & lunch
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Useful Information

Best time to go Chitwan Jungle Safari

Chitwan National Park offers a range of climates, which allow you to have a very unique experience, unlike any other place. There are three main seasons that the park sees- summer, monsoon, and winter. From October to February, the average temperature recorded was 25°C, while from March to June, the temperature reached up to 43°C. If you want to spot birds, then September and November and February and April is the best time to visit this park as migratory birds join the residential birds.

Spring (March to April) and Autumn (mid-September to November) is the best time to go on Chitwan Jungle Safari. During this time of the year, the weather is mostly moderate, with warm days and chilly nights. This time is best to spot wild animals, birds, and many vegetations. 

How to reach Chitwan National Park?

You can reach Chitwan by taking a scenic drive from Kathmandu to Chitwan in a private tourist bus or van. You can also take a short flight from Kathmandu to Bharatpur and take a short drive to the park.

  • By Land: While driving from Kathmandu or Pokhara, you take an early morning ride via Mugling and Narayanghat Highway to reach Chitwan. The drive will be around five hours long.
  • By Rafting: Leaving Kathmandu or Pokhara around 7:00 am in the morning, you drive to the bank of Trishuli River and have breakfast. After that, you begin rafting on the river enjoying the beautiful scenery and reach the end of the river from where you drive to the hotel/resort.
  • By Air: There are several flights from Kathmandu to Pokhara that will lead you to Bharatpur from where you drive to the hotel/resort

 

Activities that be done in Chitwan National Park

  • Highlights of Safari
  • Elephant Safari
  • Jungle/Nature Walk
  • Bird Watching
  • Camping & Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Study Tour
  • Cultural Tour
  • Nature Tour
  • Visit Crocodile Breeding Center
  • Indigenous Village Tour
  • Cultural Programme
  • Boating/Canoeing Trip