Chitwan Jungle Safari

Trip Overview

Highlights

Chitwan Jungle safari 2N/3Days
Half day sightseeing of Kathmandu's highlights
Suitable for any age group
UNESCO Heritage Sites

Located in south-central Nepal, the UNESCO Heritage site of Chitwan National Park is extended over 932 sq. km. of an area. Chitwan can easily be reached by 5 hrs of drive or 25 minutes of flight from Kathmandu. Chitwan- the heart of jungle provides shelter to several species of amphibians, reptiles, mammals like langur, rhesus monkeys, boar and leopard and more than 400 species of colorful birds. We will visit Elephant Breeding Center where we can feed elephants. We will stay in jungle resort and wake up with the sound of cuckoo cawing. We Visit to Chitwan is a unique experience that introduces you with different climate and ecology than that of Kathmandu. We can explore the jungle of Chitwan by elephant back riding or 4WD Jeep Safari or Canoeing or we can also arrange for nature walk. Most of our guests prefer elephant back riding as it allows you with advantage of height so that you can get wildlife views in far distance while you can also pass close to the rhinoceros from the safe height. Canoe rides will take place at Rapti River which is located on the western side of National park.

Highland Expeditions offer options in Chitwan Jungle Safari itinerary.

Accommodation in Kathmandu: Kathmandu Guest House
Accommodation in Chitwan National Park: Maruni Sanctuary Lodge

Important Note: Your safety is of imperative concern while traveling with Highland Expeditions. Please take care to note that your leader has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the itinerary if it is deemed necessary due to your safety concerns. Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary; however, since this adventure entails travelling in remote regions, we cannot guarantee that we will not deviate from it. Weather or health condition of a group member, unexpected natural disasters, etc., can all contribute to changes in the itinerary. The trek leader will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if required.

Trip Itinerary

Day 01 - Arrival in Kathmandu, Nepal
Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Nepal. Upon completing the visa formalities and collecting your luggages in the airport, kindly proceed to the exit of the arrival hall. Your trip leader will await you just outside the arrival hall and will escort you to your hotel in Kathmandu. Please look out for a placard of Highland Expeditions at the exit of arrival hall. Enjoy the welcome dinner in the evening where you will take the taste of authentic Nepali dishes.
- Meal: None
- Accommodation: Kathmandu Guest House
Day 02 - Exploration of Kathmandu's highlights
Full Day Kathmandu Tour will be organized on this day during which you will be exploring different UNESCO sites in Kathmandu. There are altogether 10 UNESCO sites in Nepal and you will find it amazing that seven UNESCO sites exist in Kathmandu Valley alone at mere radius of 20km distance. We will begin our tour with visit to Pashupatinath which is the most sacred Hindu temple of Nepal. We will witness Hindu cremation ceremony on the Aryaghat that is located at the edge of Bagmati River. We will visit Nepal’s largest Buddhist stupa of Bouddhanath. We can see rich Tibetan culture in Bouddhanath. We will conclude the day tour with visit to Kathmandu Durbar square which is the old Royal Residence of Nepal. Kumari Ghar- the home of Living Goddess, Kasthamandap Temple, Kal Bhairav Statue and Hanuman Dhoka Museum are places of interest in Kathmandu Durbar Square. We will take leisure walk in the tourist hub and ultimate shopping destination of thamel before returning to hotel.
- Meal: (B)
- Accommodation: Kathmandu Guest House
Day 03 - Drive to Chitwan National Park
Our next destination is Chitwan, home of the jungle. We will leave Kathmandu and take 5-6 hrs of drive from Kathmandu to Chitwan. We will be staying tonight in a comfortable jungle lodge near the park. In the evening, we will visit Tharu village where we can witness their traditional stick dance.
- Meal: (B,L,D)
- Accommodation: Maruni Sanctuary Lodge
Day 04 - Full day jungle activities
This is going to be a very exciting day. There are various options available to explore the dense forest of park. We can walk and chase tiger’s trail. If you choose to walk, we recommend you never to walk alone without guide as several ferocious beasts walk unleash in this jungle. Next alternative is an elephant back riding. Feel the adrenaline of having close encounter with Bengal tiger and one horned rhinoceros from the safe height. We can also participate in cannoning in Rapti River. This park is rich in floras and faunas. The park provides shelter to 43 species of mammals, 45 species of amphibians and 500 species of birds. Gangetic dolphins can be found in Rapti River. We will also visit elephant breeding center.
- Meal: (B,L,D)
- Accommodation: Maruni Sanctuary Lodge
Day 05 - Drive back to Kathmandu
Our jungle safari concludes today after breakfast. Drive back to Kathmandu and overnight at hotel
- Meal: (B,L)
- Accommodation: Kathmandu Guest House
Day 06 - International departure
You will be assisted in your last minute preparation. Our representative will take you to Tribhuvan International Airport three hours before your scheduled flight. Safe Journey!! We hope to see you again.
- Meal: (B)
- Accommodation: None
- Trekking Hours:
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Dates & Price

Our trips are available on both fixed departure and private group basis.

If you are looking for a group to join this trip please click the Fixed Departures tab for more information on departure dates, availability and price. All our fixed departures are guaranteed to run. Or, if you would like to do this trip alone, or with your friends, families & colleagues in a private group style, please fill out the contact form in Private Group tab and send us your message. We will organize a private trip for you at your preferred dates catering any request you may have.