Chitwan National Park 3-Day Wildlife Exploration with Kathmandu Bus Transfers
by Welcome Nepal Treks Day Tours
Overview
This 3-day, 2-night tour package includes pick up from Kathmandu and transport by tourist bus to Chitwan National Park and back. Chitwan National Park is Nepal’s first national park and is home to Royal Bengal tigers and one-horned rhinoceros, with 198 tigers and 650 rhinos in the country. The tour includes a jeep safari to explore wildlife, a canoe ride along the river, jungle walks to observe animals and birds, and visits to local villages. A traditional Tharu cultural dance performance is also part of the itinerary. Meals are provided throughout the tour, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The national park entry fee is included. Personal expenses such as tips, beverages, laundry, and telephone calls are not included.
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Itinerary
Arrival and Resort Check-in
Upon arrival at Sauraha Bus Park, Tadi, or Bharatpur Airport, staff will meet the guest. They will be transferred to the resort where refreshments are provided and a briefing on the facilities is given. The daily program will be explained before the room is assigned. Lunch is scheduled around 13:00. Overnight stay is at a 3-star hotel such as Hotel Jungle Crown or similar.
180 min
Tharu Village and Park Visitor Centre
At 15:00, a visit to a nearby ethnic Tharu village takes place to learn about the Tharu lifestyle. This is followed by a visit to the National Park Visitor's Centre to gain information about the park's history and wildlife. The day concludes with viewing the sunset from the bank of the Rapti River. At 19:00, a Tharu cultural dance presentation by local villagers is held, with guest participation.
180 min
Morning Canoe and Jeep Safari
The day begins with a wake-up call at 06:00 followed by breakfast. At approximately 07:00, a canoe trip on the Rapti River provides opportunities for bird watching and spotting two rare crocodile species: the Marsh Mugger and the fish-eating Gharial, along with a jungle walk. Lunch is served around 13:00, after which a jeep safari takes place to observe rhinoceros, wild boar, monkeys, leopard, sloth bear, the Royal Bengal Tiger, and four different deer species. At 19:00, guests can attend either a Tharu cultural dance or a slideshow presentation before dinner.
Bird Watching and Departure
After a 06:00 wake-up call and breakfast, bird watching is available around 07:30. Departure from Chitwan is at 08:00, with travel time approximately 5 to 6 hours to Kathmandu or about 4 hours if going to Pokhara.
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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