Chitwan Jungle safari 

Elephant bath

Chitwan

Chitwan National Park

Elephant back safari

1 Night 2 Days Chitwan Trip  

2 Night 3 Days Chitwan Trip

3 Night 4  Days Chitwan Trip

The Chitwan National Park (CNP) is a world heritage property, and it also contains a Ramsar Site – Beeshazari Tal in its buffer zone. The CNP has a history of over 3 decades in park management and a rich experience in resolving conflicts between the park and the people.

It is a rich natural area in the Terai, the subtropical southern part of Nepal. A total of 68 species of mammals, 544 species of birds, 56 species of herpetofauna and 126 species of fish have been recorded in the park. The park is especially renowned for its protection of One Horned Rhinoceros, Royal Bengal Tiger and Gharial Crocodile.

Chitwan National Park Map

Background about the chitwan 
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Chitwan National Park is situated in south central Nepal in the subtropical lowlands of the inner terai of Chitwan, Makawanpur, Parsa and Nawalparasi districts. It lies between 27°16.56’- 27°42.14’ Latitudes and 83°50.23’-84°46.25’ Longitudes. The altitude ranges from 110m to 850m above sea level. The park is bounded by the Rapti and Narayani River in the north, Parsa Wildlife Reserve in the east and Madi settlements and India border in the south. The physiography of the park consists of the Terai and Siwaliks. Three major rivers Narayani, Rapti and Reu, and their floodplains; and several lakes and pools are the major water sources of the park.

Being the first protected area of Nepal, it has a long history of over three decades in park management and rich experiences in nature conservation. Chitwan was a big game area for the royal families, Rana rulers and their guests. The area comprising the Tikauli forest from Rapti River to the foothills of the Mahabharat extending over an area of 175 km2 was declared as Mahendra Deer Park in 1959. The area south of the Rapti River was demarcated as a Rhino Sanctuary in 1963. It was proclaimed as Royal Chitwan National Park with an area of 932 km2 in 1973. After the peoples’ revolution in 2006, the park’s name was changed to Chitwan National Park. 

In recognition of its unique biological resources of outstanding universal value, UNESCO designated CNP as a World Heritage Site in 1984. In 1996, an area of 750 km2 surrounding the park was declared a buffer zone, which consists of forests and private lands including cultivated lands. The buffer zone contains a Ramsar Site – Beeshazari Lakes.

The park and the local people jointly initiate community development activities and manage natural resources in the buffer zone. The government of Nepal has made a provision of plowing back 30-50 percent of the park revenue for community development in the buffer zone.

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 Climate of Chitwan 

The park has a range of climatic seasons each offering unique experience. October through February with average temperature of 25 degree C offers an enjoyable climate. From March to June temperatures can reach as high as 43*C. The hot humid days give way to the monsoon season that typically lasts from late June until September when rivers become flooded and most of the roads are virtually impassable. Mean annual rainfall of the park has been recorded 2150mm.  

In late January, local villagers are allowed to cut thatch grasses to meet their needs, which offer a better viewing of wildlife to visitors. Also, between September and November, and February and April, migratory birds join the residential birds and create spectacular bird watching opportunities. While the monsoon rains bring lush vegetation, most trees flower in late winter. The palash tree, known as the "flame of the forest", and silk cotton tree have spectacular crimson flowers that can be seen from a distance.

Activities in Chitwan National Park 

• Elephant Back Safari

Elephant back safari—which is almost synonymous of CNP— is the most popular and adventurous way to encounter with the scores of wild animals including rare one-horned rhinos and too elusive Royal Bengal Tigers as well as hundreds of species of birds and number of reptiles. The experienced Mahouts take you deep into the forest to ensure more sights of animals at a closest possible distance to make your trips more enjoyable and meaningful.

• Jeep Safari
  

Those visitors who do not want to ride the mighty tuskers can enjoy a jungle safari in CNP by hoodless jeeps. Through the open jeeps, visitors can catch glimpses of rare wild flora and fauna in their natural habitats. Jeep drive will also take you to ‘Gharial Crocodile Breeding Centre’ at Kasara of CNP’s headquarters, where you can observe breeding activities of Gharial, Marsh Magar and tortoises alike.

• Visit Elephant Breeding Centre
  

Of the two elephant-breeding centers that exist in the world, one lies in the Chitwan National Park. In Nepal, the elephant is fast becoming one of the most endangered animals and the center was established to increase its numbers. You will have an opportunity to visit the breeding center. Learn about the efforts to increase the pachyderm population and get to see several cow elephants and their calves.

• Jungle Walk and Bird Watching
  

If experiencing the wild plains of Nepal and bird watching interests you, we suggested that you take a Jungle walk with our naturalist. This walk provides you with the ideal situation of viewing the wild animals very close. Bird Watching is always best on foot. Our specialists will help you spot to identify the different varieties of birds, both local and migratory, that are found in Nepal.

• Canoe Ride
  

A slow canoe ride on the gentle rivers of the lower Nepal plains is an experience that is surpassed in few countries of the world. At Jungle Safari Lodge, we put you in an authentic hard carved Nepali dugout. Not only is the Canoe Ride the best way to view the riverside scenery, the ride is best for the sighting of crocodile and other aquatic creatures.

• Village Walk
  

The jungle Scenery, birds and animals alone do not make up the unique features of Chitwan National Park. The indigenous local people, the Tharus, are also of immense interest. A professional guide/expert naturalist will accompany you through the area and help you gather insights into the Tharu way of life.

• Cultural Program
  

A cultural program performed by the Tharus will be another highlight of your visit to the Jungle Safari Lodge. The Tharus in colourful traditional costumes, unique in their disparity with the common mode of dress all over Nepal, are sure to captivate you.

• Elephant Bathing
  

Another thrilling experience for you in Sauraha will be the bathing and swimming with Elephants in Rapti River. You can enjoy with playful elephants in the deep water of Rapti rivers where you can also have an opportunity for dipping and diving as per your wish.

• Crocodile Breeding Center
  

Crocodile breeding center is one of the most enjoyable programs which is the part of Jeep Safari in Chitwan National Park. The endangered program is receiving the attention of Chitwan National Park. Along with the Crocodile you can enjoy viewing scary Mugger Crocodile.
It is located in the isolated place from the crowd which is in the time frame of 20-30 minutes. The charming view of Crocodile from egg to giant one will make your visit fruitful.

• Ox cart or Pony Ride Chitwan
  

Ox Cart or Pony Ride ride is one of the best option to explore the tharu village in Sauraha, Chitwan. One Ox cart can accommodate 6 people once where the tour guide will be there explain about the indigenous Tharu community’s Culture & their lifestyle and other many things. Ox cart and Pony Ride is environment-friendly and always a funny way to explore the tharu village.

• 20 Thousand Lake Tour 
  

20 Thousand Lake Chitwan which is known as 20 Hajar Tal is renowned for Bird Watching place and home of different species of birds along with migrant birds.  20 Thousand Lake is also famous for alternative Jeep Safari when inside National Park Jeep Safari is closed.