Chitwan Wildlife Safari: Jungle Safari, Canoe Ride & Tharu Cultural Program, Nepal | 4 Nights and 5 Days Nepal Package
- Transfer Included
- Stay Included
- Meals Included
- Sightseeing Included
Overview
Itinerary
Arrival in Kathmandu & Relaxation
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu. Meet and assist at the airport and transfer to your hotel in Kathmandu (Thamel area). Spend the afternoon relaxing or enjoy a short city orientation walk through Thamel. If time permits, visit the Garden of Dreams or the historic Kathmandu Durbar Square. Evening briefing about the Chitwan activities and safety. Early check-in subject to availability.
Transfer to Chitwan National Park
After breakfast, depart for Chitwan National Park by private tourist vehicle (approx. 5-6 hours) or optional domestic flight to Bharatpur (25 minutes) followed by a short transfer. Arrive and check in to your jungle lodge/resort in Sauraha. Afternoon introduction to the lodge and a guided walk around the resort area. In the evening enjoy the Tharu Cultural Program — traditional music and dance with a welcome dinner. Carry a light jacket for cooler mornings and evenings.
Jungle Safari & Canoe Ride on Rapti River
Early morning guided birdwatching session followed by a hearty breakfast. Set out for a jeep or elephant (subject to availability and park regulations) safari into Chitwan National Park seeking One-horned Rhinoceros, deer, and if lucky, wild elephants or Bengal tiger signs. After lunch, enjoy a peaceful canoe ride on the Rapti River for close encounters with aquatic birds, marsh life, and riverbank scenery. Evening leisure at the lodge and optional night walk (guided) to learn about nocturnal wildlife. Safari routes are determined by park authorities.
Nature Walk, Village Visit & Cultural Exchange
Take a guided morning nature walk with an experienced naturalist to learn about park flora, small mammals, and bird species. Post-breakfast visit a nearby Tharu village for a cultural exchange — see traditional houses, meet local families, and participate in simple village activities. Afternoon at leisure with options for an additional jeep safari, village cycling, or spa/rest at the lodge. In the evening enjoy a second Tharu dance performance and farewell dinner featuring local cuisine.
Return to Kathmandu / Departure
Early breakfast and a final short birdwatching or nature activity (time permitting). Check out and transfer to Bharatpur airport for an optional domestic flight to Kathmandu or drive back by private vehicle. On arrival in Kathmandu, you may be transferred to Tribhuvan International Airport for your international departure or to a hotel if extending your stay. Domestic flight schedules are subject to change; road transfer is the reliable fallback.
Inclusions
- 4 nights accommodation: 1 night in Kathmandu, 3 nights in a jungle lodge/resort in Chitwan (twin/double/family rooms available)
- Meals as per program (Breakfast in Kathmandu; Full board in Chitwan)
- All transfers and sightseeing in private vehicle as per itinerary
- Domestic flight (Kathmandu–Bharatpur–Kathmandu) if selected (airport taxes excluded)
- Park entrance fees, jungle activity permits, and government taxes for Chitwan National Park
- Guided activities: jeep/elephant safari (subject to park rules), Rapti River canoe ride, guided nature walks, birdwatching sessions
- Tharu Cultural Program and welcome/farewell dinners
- English-speaking naturalist/guide during Chitwan activities
- All applicable service charges and local taxes
Exclusions
- International airfare to/from Nepal
- Nepal entry visa fees and travel insurance
- Personal expenses (drinks, tips/gratuities, laundry, phone calls)
- Optional activities not listed in inclusions (spa treatments, souvenir shopping)
- Elephant rides where prohibited by regulations or opted out for ethical reasons
- Early check-in/late check-out charges unless confirmed
- Any increase in government taxes or fees beyond the time of booking
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