Chitwan National Park Safari

Chitwan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Nepal's lowlands, protects forests and grasslands that are home to the greater one-horned rhinoceros, Bengal tiger, sloth bear, gharial and marsh mugger crocodiles and more than 500 species of birds. This short safari from Kathmandu includes a jeep safari into the park, a canoe ride on the Rapti River, a guided jungle walk with a naturalist, a visit to the elephant breeding center and an evening of Tharu cultural dances in Sauraha. The best wildlife viewing is from October to March.

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   Day 1Drive Kathmandu to Chitwan

   About 5-6 hours to Sauraha; evening Tharu village walk and sunset by the Rapti River.

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