Trip Facts
Duration
3 Days
Max. Altitude:
1000sq. km
Best Time for Visit
Spring, Summer & Autumn
Activity
Tour
Meals
Breakfast,Lunch ,Dinner
DIFFICULTY
Moderate & Strenuous
LOCATION
Western Nepal
Trip Ends
Kathmandu,Nepal
Bardia National Park Tour Overview
The Bardia National Park Tour offers a unique journey into Nepal’s untouched wilderness. Located in the remote western Terai, Bardia is the largest and most undisturbed national park in the country. It spans 968 square kilometers and is known for its rich biodiversity, dense sal forests, and wide grasslands. This hidden gem remains far less crowded than other parks, making it a perfect destination for travelers seeking raw and authentic nature experiences.
During this Tour, visitors have the rare chance to spot Royal Bengal tigers, one-horned rhinoceroses, wild elephants, swamp deer, and gharials. The park is also home to over 400 bird species, including hornbills and Bengal floricans. Jungle safaris, whether on foot, by jeep, or on a raft, offer exciting opportunities to observe these creatures in their natural habitat.
Experience Local Culture
Moreover, the Bardia National Park Tour allows guests to immerse themselves in Tharu culture. The Tharu people are indigenous to this region. Travelers can visit traditional villages, enjoy folk performances, and learn about their sustainable way of life. This cultural aspect adds depth and meaning to the overall journey.
Ideal for Nature Lovers
This tour is ideal for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, birdwatchers, and those seeking a peaceful retreat in nature. Unlike the more commercialized parks, Bardia provides a tranquil setting and authentic adventure. With fewer tourists and untouched landscapes, every moment feels special.
Best Time to Visit
The best time for the Bardia National Park Tour is from October to March. During these months, the weather is pleasant, and wildlife sightings are more frequent. However, each season offers something unique, making Bardia a year-round destination for eco-tourism.
Itinerary
ou will then be transferred to Rhino Lodge (88k.m) where you will be offered refreshment & be given a briefing about the programs. At 15.00 a village tour to a nearby ethnic Tharu Village where you will learn more about the life and lifestyle of the Tharus. Dinner at 20.00
Breakfast 06.30 / 07.30 Elephant Ride. An excellent opportunity to see Asian Elephant, Great One Horn Rhinoceros, Spotted Deer or Chital, Hog Deer, Barking Deer, Samber, Swamp Deer or Barasingha, Nilgai, or Bull, Black Buck, Wild Boar, Royal Bengal Tiger, Leopard, Wild Dog, Golden Jackal, Striped Hyena. You will also encounter many other smaller mammals that have made Bardia their home. We then make a visit to the Crocodile Breeding Center and Tharu Cultural Museum. At 13.00 Lunch
Around 15.00 Jungle Walk. An excellent opportunity to see the wild animals, small mammals, birds, we stop at the Viewing Tower (Machan) accompanied by our experienced naturalists, and wildlife tracker. Excellent photographic opportunities.
19.00 Tharu Culture dance
Dinner 20.00
Breakfast 06.30 At 07.00 Visit to The Karnali River for Dolphin spotting
Lunch at 12.30. Around 13.30 Drive or fly back to Kathmandu
Cost Includes
- Airport pick-up and drop-off service, by private vehicles.
- Three nights' hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with BB plan
- Transportation includes
- Three meals per day during the trek (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), along with one cup of tea or coffee per meal.you can choose only one items per meal.
- Seasonal fresh fruits will be provided every night after dinner
- Accommodation will be in tea houses during the trek, with basic twin-sharing rooms
- An experience English Speaking trained, Government license Holder Guide
- Porter, we assign one porter for every two trekkers, a porter typically carries 20 to 25 kg
- An extra assistant guide is provided for groups with more than 6 participants
- All applicable taxes as per government rules and regulations
- First Aid medical kit, Oxy-meter to check pulse, heart rate and oxygen saturation at higher altitude (Very useful to check Altitude Mountain Sickness (AMS) symptoms)
- Guide and porter salary, food, accommodation and insurance during the trek
- Farewell dinner with traditional Nepali music and cultural dance will be held at a local restaurant
Cost Excludes
- Nepal entry visa fee $50 USD for 30 days visa on arrival.
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Extra night hotel accommodation in Kathmandu than itinerary as well as extra trekking days
- Travel insurance and Mountain rescue service (covers emergency Rescue and Evacuation)
- Personal nature expenses (phone, laundry, water, bar drinks, battery recharge, donations, shopping, extra porters, hot shower etc.)
- Entrance fees for Kathmandu Valley sightseeing that cost as well as monasteries and monuments during the trek
- If you are single, Porter cost is extra
- Tips to Trekking staff (Tips is expected)
- Any other expenses that aren’t mentioned in the section above
Customer Reviews
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Ireland
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