CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK
Chitwan National Park was established in 1973 becoming the first of Nepal’s extensive network of wildlife sanctuaries that now protects over seven percent of its territory. Situated in the inner Terrai, the park is reached by either a five hours by road or a twenty five minute flight from Kathmandu. Chitwan is approximately 1000 sq kms of sub tropical lowland mainly consisting of Sal forest and riverine forest. The area provides a habitat for a multitude of wild animals. There are more than forty species of mammal residing; including the royal bengal tiger, one horn rhinoceros, sloth bear and leopard. Over four hundred and fifty species of birds have been recorded.
Most of our jungle itineraries include a stay at one of the lodges inside the park of which there are only six. Accommodation is provided in thatched style cottages with attached facilities.
A typical package is based on a two-nights / three days stay / extendable. Activities include elephant safaris (on the back of them) dug out canoeing, bird watching and nature walks conducted by resident professional guides and naturalists.
A visit to Royal Chitwan allows the opportunity to fully experience the contrasts of Nepal, it offers an insight into a very different natural and cultural setting compared to the more familiar visions of the Kingdom.
Royal Chitwan fits well with a Kathmandu / Pokhara package.