Trip Overview:
Situated at the southern part of Kathmandu at the distance of about 170km, Chitwan National Park extends its territory in the southern belt of Nepal sharing border with India. Just about 6 hrs bus ride or 15 minutes flight from Kathmandu, the ancient majestic valley take you to the flat lowland of tranquillity named Chitwan. ‘Chitwan’ meaning "in the heart of the jungle’ really touches the hearts of most of the nature’s admirers. Chitwan happily cradles a protected area, which holds the glory of being the first and most famous wildlife destination of Nepal. In 1973 the protected area was declared as National Park and in 1984 it added another feather to its glory being UNESCO designated ‘Natural World Heritage Site’. The Chitwan National Park has many premier jungle resorts scattered inside and outside its boundaries.

Highlights of Chitwan Jungle Safari:
Chitwan National Park is the most popular tourist destination for jungle safari in Nepal. You can visit a wonderful world of lush sub-tropical jungles, tall elephant grass, lakes and rivers – a home for some of the most endangered animals on earth, the elusive tiger and the prehistoric rhinoceros, including many species of mammals, birds, insects and reptiles. Make your tour on elephant back, by jeep and on boat. Savour the forest and its unique sanctuary through a quite natural walk with a local guide. All the jungle activities are just a step away and there's always a chance to spot wildlife.

May secluded resorts inside the Chitwan National Park having opportunity of excellent experience of the true safari atmosphere of the Terai. The resorts offer individual cottages with a private bath or well-appointed luxury tent camps to stay in. You will be in the heart of the park surrounded by the soothing jungles of Nepal. The accommodations outside the Chitwan National Park are more budget type guesthouses. Nevertheless if you are on a tight budget, we can arrange reservations at one of the best lodges outside which also include jungle activities and transportation. We have especial 2 nights/ 3days and 3 nights / 4 days package trips to Chitwan. Furthermore, we could design the trip as per your interest too.

Activities (to be carried out):

2 or 3 Nights Packages: Elephant safari, Canoeing (Crocodile hunt), Visit to Elephant breading centre, Jungle walk/ village walk, bird watching, Jeep drive in Jungle and Cultural program.

Elephant Safari: Riding on the back of specially trained Elephant top and moving forwards in pursuit of the exclusive spectrum of wildlife adventure is the most memorable and a larger than life opportunity for you.

Jungle walk: You get the best animal sightings on foot at your own pace. You will be able to appreciate the smaller attractions of the jungle with our naturalists. Usually it is easy to see animals such as rhino, deer and sloths as these animals prefer to live in less disturbed areas of the park. Atop an elephant is the safest and most convenient way to get around in the jungle and observe the diversity of wild life.

Village tour: This tour will take you towards the ethnic inhabitants (known as Tharu Village) of this area. Commonly they are living on combined family, their houses are like huts and look smaller from outside yet enough space inside for their family. Mostly houses are decorated with their traditional multi-coloured paints on their outer walls. Women take up household chores and men can be seen taking their cattle to the nearby jungle in the morning and at day time they fish in the river for their food.

Canoe trip: A float down the river by dugout canoe is the best way to see crocodiles basking on the riverbank. It is also a relaxing way to watch birds and wildlife species that frequently come to bathe and drink.

Jeep drive: A jeep drive is the fastest way to visit a wide area of the park. A 4-hour drive of some 45km in the park offers a good chance of most of the animals, birds and other nature’s attractions.

Bird watching: Chitwan national park is renowned as a paradise for birds and animals. Chitwan Valley records over 450 species of birds. The eagle eyes of our naturalist will point out some of the migratory and globally threatened birds for you.

Tharu village walks: This is an interesting walk for viewing Tharu, a tribe Chitwan, living in the houses made of mud and dung plastered over wood and reed frames. Their culture and tradition are still strong in the Terai. Local naturalists can take you to their villages and describe their lifestyle and culture.

Culture dance (Stick dance): Chitwan is the region where many ethnic groups convene; their own culture and customs are still alive. Folk musical tradition varies among Nepal's many ethnic groups. The cultural dance presentation of the Tharu with sticks is genuinely very interesting to see.

Cultural Program: This is an entertainment of your time while you are in the park. You may feel tired from all jungle activities. One evening you can enjoy with the Tharu cultural stick dance. These community people are innocent people and they lack communication with the tourists at the first stage. Upon seeing tourists, they start welcoming with their dance at once. The Tharu people living near by villages display their culture commercially and professionally with some of Nepali, Indian songs and dances as well.

Day to Day Outline Itinerary (2 Nights/ 3 Days Package)

Day 01.	KATHMANDU – CHITWAN Upon arrival to Chitwan by drive you will enter the Chitwan National Park after crossing the famous Narayani River. You will be given a short briefing on the program and facilities you will enjoy. After this a nice lunch will be awaiting you. Now you will be taken for Elephant-back safari: You will ride on an elephant to explore the jungle and wildlife enabling you to see verities of attractive birds and animals like the one-horned rhinoceros, several types of deer, monkeys, wild boar, bison, sloth bear, leopard and, if lucky, the Royal Bengal tiger. This exciting ride lasts for 2 hours.
Day 02.	CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK You will be given a wake up call quite early in the morning. After the tea, you will proceed on a Nature Walk with Jungle Guide. Walking on foot through to the jungle of Sal and open grassland you will enjoy the beautiful environment with chirping of birds, humming of insects and roaring of animals. Now you will get back to the resort for breakfast. Take part in Elephant briefing program for some while: Sharpen your knowledge about habits, habitats and lifestyle of this gigantic animal (For the brave ones there is even a crash course in riding and leading the elephants). Afterwards you will get back to the resort for lunch. After the lunch follows canoeing: A traditional dugout canoe takes you on a silent trip down the Narayani river to view aquatic birds and the animals of the riverbanks. In the evening you will be welcomed with a nice dinner. After the dinner, inside the resort itself you take part in a cultural programme. The main attraction is Tharu Stick dance: Tharu people will show some of their traditional skills and dances with their sticks along with campfire.
Day 03.	CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK – KATHMANDU Early in the morning you will set off for Bird Watching followed by tea. Then you will get back to resort for a nice breakfast. After the breakfast you will proceed to the journey to Kathmandu.

N.B.: The activities are adjusted to the season and weather conditions. Naturally, it may not always be possible to follow this schedule to the minute and the circumstances may force us to alter the program at short notice. On safari in the jungle you will be accompanied by expert naturalists who will advise on safety procedures and we request you to respect their judgment at all times. If you wish to stroll in the forest alone, a guide will have to accompany you for your safety.

Trip Cost Includes

Trip Cost Excludes

Total Trip Cost Per Person: USD 240

Location: Bag Mara Wild Life Resort, Chitwan
Transportation: Private Car / Jeep

Day to Day Outline Itinerary (3 Nights / 4 Days Package)

Day 01.	Kathmandu – Chitwan Upon arrival to Chitwan by drive you will enter the Chitwan National Park after crossing the famous Narayani River. You will be given a short briefing on the program and facilities you will enjoy. After this a nice lunch will be awaiting you. Now you will be taken for Elephant-back safari: You will ride on an elephant to explore the jungle and wildlife enabling you to see verities of attractive birds and animals like the one-horned rhinoceros, several types of deer, monkeys, wild boar, bison, sloth bear, leopard and, if lucky, the Royal Bengal tiger. This exciting ride lasts for 2 hours.
Day 02.	Chitwan National Park You will be given a wake up call quite early in the morning. After the tea, you will proceed on a Nature Walk with Jungle Guide. Walking on foot through to the jungle of Sal and open grassland you will enjoy the beautiful environment with chirping of birds, humming of insects and roaring of animals. Now you will get back to the resort for breakfast. Take part in Elephant briefing program for some while: Sharpen your knowledge about habits, habitats and lifestyle of this gigantic animal (For the brave ones there is even a crash course in riding and leading the elephants). Afterwards you will get back to the resort for lunch. After the lunch follows canoeing: A traditional dugout canoe takes you on a silent trip down the Narayani river to view aquatic birds and the animals of the riverbanks. In the evening you will be welcomed with a nice dinner.
Day 03.	Chitwan National Park Early in the morning you will be served with nice a breakfast. Then you will enjoy day with Jeep Drive Safari for a couple of hours. After Jeep Safari you will have lunch at your resort. Now you will be free for relaxing or bathing sitting on the Elephant top. In the evening you will be welcomed with a nice dinner. After the dinner, inside the resort itself you take part in a cultural programme. The main attraction is Tharu Stick dance: Tharu people will show some of their traditional skills and dances with their sticks along with campfire.
Day 04.	Chitwan National Park – Kathmandu Early in the morning you will set off for Bird Watching followed by tea. Then you will get back to resort for a nice breakfast. After the breakfast you will proceed to the journey to Kathmandu.

N.B.: The activities are adjusted to the season and weather conditions. Naturally, it may not always be possible to follow this schedule as it is and the circumstances may force us to alter the program at short notice. On safari in the jungle, you will be accompanied by expert naturalists who will advise on safety procedures and we request you to respect their judgment at all times. If you wish to stroll in the forest alone, a guide will have to accompany you for your safety.

Trip Cost Includes

Trip Cost Excludes

Total Trip Cost Per Person: USD 290

Location: Bag Mara Wild Life Resort, Chitwan
Transportation: Private Car / Jeep