Nepal · Wildlife

3-Day Chitwan Wildlife Tour from Kathmandu with Tharu Village Visit

3 Days Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit a neighboring Tharu settlement and learn about the indigenous Tharu way of life
  • 02 Explore the Tharu Cultural Museum for insight into local culture and traditions
  • 03 Ride a canoe past Marsh Mugger and Gharial crocodiles along the riverside
  • 04 Experience an elephant-back jungle safari in search of rhinos, tigers, and deer
  • 05 Go birdwatching in Chitwan's enchanting forest for rare and colorful species

Embark on a 3-day tour to Chitwan, Nepal's first national park, and explore its pristine wilderness and rich wildlife. Visit a neighboring Tharu settlement and the Tharu Cultural Museum to gain insight into the culture and traditional lifestyle of the indigenous Tharu community. Enjoy a canoe ride past rare crocodile species, visit the Elephant Breeding Centre, experience an elephant-back jungle safari, and go birdwatching in the enchanting forest. Along the way, look out for one-horned rhinoceros, Bengal tiger, Sambar deer, and a variety of beautiful and rare birds.

Savor the experience of a lifetime as you navigate past the Marsh Mugger and the fish-eating Gharial, two rare crocodile species, with your Nepalese tour guide.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Kathmandu, Chitwan
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Kathmandu to Chitwan and Tharu Village Tour

  • Meet your tour guide at the agreed-upon location.

  • Arrive at your hotel, where a reception will be held for you.

  • Go to your room and freshen up, enjoy some refreshments, and then attend a briefing session.

  • Participate in a village tour to a neighboring Tharu settlement. You will gain insight into the culture as well as the traditional lifestyle of these indigenous Tharu communities.

  • Visit the Tharu Cultural Museum.

  • Return to dine at the hotel and enjoy a fine Nepalese-style dining experience.

  • Have dinner and spend the night at the Parkland Hotel.

2
Day 02

Canoe Ride, Elephant Breeding Centre, and Jungle Safari

  • Wake up at dawn.

  • Have a hearty breakfast, then proceed down to the riverside, where a canoe ride awaits you.

  • Savor the experience of a lifetime as you navigate past the Marsh Mugger and the fish-eating Gharial, two rare crocodile species, with your Nepalese tour guide.

  • Head out for a visit to the Elephant Breeding Centre. Embrace the baby elephants and discover the modern methods of breeding elephants in captivity.

  • Re-energize yourself with a delicious lunch.

  • Proceed for an elephant-back jungle safari. Feel close to Mother Nature as you traverse the pristine woods to witness diverse wildlife such as the one-horned rhinoceros, Bengal tiger, and Sambar deer in their natural habitats.

  • Come back to your hotel in the evening.

  • Have full-board meals and spend the night at Parkland Hotel.

3
Day 03

Birdwatching in Chitwan and Return to Kathmandu

  • Wake up and enjoy some flavored tea or coffee at the hotel.

  • Set out into the enchanting forest for a pleasurable birdwatching activity. Spot beautiful birds such as the Wood Sandpiper and bulbuls, along with rare species including emerald doves, ruby-cheeked sunbirds, crested hornbills, and jungle owlets.

  • Retrace your steps to the hotel and savor a palatable breakfast.

  • Travel back to Kathmandu by tourist bus for a 6-7 hour road journey, depending on traffic conditions.

Chitwan wilderness, Tharu Cultural Museum, Elephant Breeding Centre

Where this trip takes you

Chitwan wilderness, Tharu Cultural Museum, Elephant Breeding Centre

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • English-speaking tour guide

  • 2 nights' accommodation at Parkland Hotel

  • All handling charges, taxes, and fees, including national park fees

  • Drop-off from Kathmandu to Sauraha/Chitwan and return to Kathmandu or Pokhara by tourist bus

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Meals as per the itinerary

  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

  • All activities mentioned in the itinerary

What's Not Included

  • Drinks, including alcoholic beverages, non-alcoholic drinks, and packaged water, are available to purchase.

  • Food and drinks, unless specified

  • Tips and gratuities

  • Private car or flight costs are not covered in the itinerary.

Know before you go

  • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.

  • A private car or flight can be arranged for an additional charge.

  • A maximum of 15 people per booking can be included.

  • At the time of booking, please mention any specific dietary requirements.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kathmandu, Nepal
Tour start
Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Kathmandu 44600.

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