Jungle Safari

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Situated in the Mid-South Terai region of Nepal is the Chitwan National Park, which was originally known as the Royal Chitwan National Park ( RCNP ) as royalty used it for game hunting purposes. However, conservation orders were issued in 1973 to protect the endangered species of the region. In 1984, it was declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO. In the past hunting and poaching of animals like the one horned rhino and the Bengal Tiger had reduced their numbers to the bare minimum; fortunately over the years conservation efforts have increased the numbers of these endangered animals.

The park is home to wide array of diverse flora and fauna and is an animal lover's, bird watcher's and botanist's paradise. Among the many species of mammals and reptiles found there are the one-horned rhino, rhesus monkeys, deer, sambar, gharials ( local crocodilians ), the fresh water dolphin which is now a rare feature and the elusive Bengal Tiger. Pheasants, hornbills, cranes are many of the hundreds of species of resident and migratory birds that co-habit the jungles and rivers of Chitwan and its adjoining areas.

Day 01: Drive to Chitwan and start the Exotic Jungle safari.

•     Check in Hotel in Chitwan you will be offered refreshment and given a brief about the activities.

•     Ethnic Tharu village tour.

•     Sunset view from the bank of Rapti river.

•     Tharu Cultural Programme.

Day 02: Full day jungle safari including the elephant ride.

•    River Boating / Canoeing.

Canoeing or boating in the slow flowing rivers of Chitwan is not only a relaxing experience, but an opportunity to observe the wildlife on the banks of the river and in the river itself. One can spot gharials (crocodilians) and very rarely, the fresh water dolphin characteristic to this region. One can also spot many migratory birds in the process.

•     Bird Watching

The park well known for habitats of migrant birds as well as other various birds. There are around six hundred different types of birds in Park. Can view the exotic birds like the Giant Hornbill, Lesser Florican, Paradise Flycatcher etc.

•     Jungle Walks

These walks range from half day, full day, 2-3 day or even a week and one may come across rhesus monkeys, various fowls / birds, rhinos and if you are lucky enough, the Bengal Tiger.

•     Elephant Bath

Washing elephants is an experience that very few get a chance to do. For a nominal fee and a tip to the mahouts, you can help to wash an elephant. It becomes even more enjoyable when the elephants are taken down to the river banks for their daily baths.

•     Elephant Rides 

This is a novel way of exploring the habitat of these rare animals. Such elephant rides can last from one to one and half hours. Elephant rides are mainly conducted in three shifts – morning, mid-morning and late afternoon.

•     Elephant Breeding Center.

This where you can see baby elephants and get an opportunity to feed them and get up close and personal. There is also a museum you can visit to learn about the various species and the breeding and conservation efforts.

Day 03: Drive back to kathmandu.

Included:

All ground transportation.

Full Board Package.

Excluded

All the Beverages.

Tips for the Guide 

Summary