Safari in Bardia National Park ( Western Nepal)
It lies 585 km. away from Kathmandu, and is situated south-west of Nepal. Recently, rhinos have been translocated from Chitwan, to this area of riverine forests, grasslands and low wooded hills. Lying along the Karnali and Babai rivers, the park is an important preserve for the rare gharial crocodile and the Gangetic dolphin.
Wilderness and relatively unexplored deep jungles of far western Nepal where wildlife is more that abundant. Remote, Challenging and offering unique adventure for wildlife and nature lovers. The Royal Bardia National Park was initially a Royal hunting reserve. It was in 1976 that it was gazetted as Royal Karnali Wildlife Reserve with an area of only 368 Sq. Km. in 1982, It was renamed as Royal Bardia Wildlife Reserve Which also included the Babai River Valley. It was only in 1988 that granted a status of National Park in order to preserve the dwindling species of rare ecosystem, including flora and fauna, particularly the tiger and its other prey species. This park is the largest and most undisturbed wilderness area in the terai providing excellent habitat for most of the endangered species of wildlife and birds. The park now covers an area of 968 Sq. Km. It was only 1994 basic facilities existed for independent visitors. It has extensive and varied wildlife-all endangered rhinoceros, Wild elephants, The Royal Bengal Tiger, Swamp deer, Black buck, Gharial Crocodile, Gangetic Dolphins. More than thirty different mammals, over 400 species of birds, many snakes, lizards , and fish have been sighted and recorded in the park’s forest, grassland and river habitats. Among these include, Langur monkey, common leopard, Jungle cat, fishing cat, large and small Indian civets, mongoose, hyena, wild dog, jackal. sloth bear, otter, porcupine, bandicoots, blue bull (Nilgai), Sambar deer, hog deer, barking dear, wild boar etc. This park is one of the best places to view the most magnificent of cats, The Royal Bengal Tigers. The chance are almost 80% depending on season.
Program Schedule
Day | Time | Activities |
01 |
14:00 14:30 19:30 |
Arrival at Airport, meet representative and transfer to Bardia by vehicle. It is about 2 hours drive to reach Bardia National Park. Manager/In charge will brief you about lodge and program for entire stay. After lunch Birding walk around buffer zone forest for 1 to 2 hr with Naturalist Dinner |
02 | 06:30
07:30 15:30 19:30 |
Early morning wake up and Breakfast. Jungle walk for birding with pack lunch as well as bigger animal – Tiger, Rhino etc Elephant ride – ( 1hrs) Dinner |
03 | 06:30
07:30 14:00 19:30 |
Early morning wake up and Breakfast. Jeep drive with pack lunch Rafting (Scenic raft) at Karnali river for aquatic birds. Dinner |
04 | Short birding walk to buffer zone B/fast Departure |
Includes:
Hotel on twin share room
meal ( 2 breakfast+ 2 Lunch+2 Dinner)
Activities
English speaking local guide/naturalist from hotel
One time entrance fee for mentioned places.
Excludes:
Tips, personal expenses such as bottled drinks, laundry etc
Any insurance
Flight Schedule from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj and return
From | To | Dep | Arr | Remarks |
Kathmandu | Nepalgunj | 15:45 | 16:40 | |
Nepalgunj | Kathmandu | 17:00 | 17:55 |
Transport Cost
Distance 600 km approx one way
Driving hour : 12
From | To | Dep | Arr | Remarks |
Kathmandu | Ambasa | 17:00 | 06:00 | |
Ambasa | Kathamndu | 17:00 | 06:00 |
What to bring with you
» Binoculars
» Sun Hat and Sun Cream
» Swim Wear
» Light Clothes; Color should blend with natural surroundings
» Light sweater or jacket for mornings and evenings during the winter season (Dec to Feb)
» Shoes for easy movement
» Flashlight
» walking stick etc
Cancellation policy:
Any cancellation made will be charged as follows:
7 days and less- 100% retention
8 days-20 days- 60% retention
21 days-30 days- 40% retention
No show charge: No Shows will be charged the full amount as per the booking made
for the number of total nights.
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