1-Day Chitwan Safari from Kathmandu by Flight with Tharu Village

1 Day Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Fly from Kathmandu to Chitwan National Park for a full day in Nepal's warm Terai lowlands, where sal forests, grasslands, and river habitats create a rich home...

Duration: 1 Day · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Bharatpur, Kathmandu, Chitwan · Languages: English

About Chitwan

Nepal

Chitwan

Get a local local guide to help you discover the kingfishers, rhinos and Bengal tigers in the wilds of Chitwan, between the palm forests and shala trees on the very edge of the mighty Himalaya.

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What's Included

A one-way flight from Kathmandu to Bharatpur
A one-way flight from Bharatpur to Kathmandu
All ground transport in Chitwan
All guided jungle activities as per the plan
All park passes and taxes
An expert guide for the jungle and village walks

Not Included

Plane tickets from your home country and Nepal visa fee
Drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)
Your personal spending money and travel insurance. Travel insurance is very important.
Tips for guides and drivers. This is a common practice for good service.

Itinerary

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Day 01

Kathmandu to Chitwan by Flight with Safari and Tharu Village Walk

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM: Hotel to Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), Kathmandu Your day starts early. A taxi you booked ahead of time will take you to the domestic terminal at TIA. Make sure to get there at least one hour before your flight. 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM: The Short Flight Buckle up and enjoy the quick flight south. Watch as the city of Kathmandu gives way to green hills, followed by the flat, wide lands of the Terai. 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM: Arrive and Go to Sauraha Your flight will land at Bharatpur Airport. The drive from the airport to Chitwan National Park in the Sauraha area offers your first glimpse of life in the countryside. 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM: Calm Rapti River Canoe Trip Your first activity is one of the most peaceful things to do in Chitwan. You will board a traditional wooden canoe and float slowly down the Rapti River. This is your best chance to see two kinds of crocodiles: the gharial and the mugger, which often lie in the sun along the riverbanks. You will also see many kinds of beautiful birds. 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM: The Main Event: 4WD Jeep Safari This is the highlight of Chitwan. You will go deep into the grassy areas and sal forests of the park in an open 4-wheel-drive vehicle. Your expert guide will help you look for wildlife, including: The Great One-Horned Rhinoceros (which you are very likely to see) Spotted, hog, and sambar deer Wild boar Monkeys Many kinds of birds If you are very lucky, you might also spot the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger or a sloth bear. 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Real Nepali Lunch After the safari, you will enjoy a tasty lunch at a riverside resort in Sauraha. The meal often includes local Tharu-style dishes as well as other popular Nepali food. 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM: Tharu Village Walk Learn about the culture of the Tharu people, the original inhabitants of the Chitwan Valley. A short guided walk through a local village will show you their distinctive mud-and-stick homes and offer a look at their daily lives. 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM: Go Back to Bharatpur Airport It is time to begin your journey back to the capital. Your mind will be full of jungle memories. 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM: Flight from Bharatpur to Kathmandu Flights from Bharatpur to Kathmandu usually have several options late in the afternoon, making them ideal for a day trip. 6:30 PM onwards: Arrive in Kathmandu and Go to Hotel You will return to Kathmandu in the early evening, just in time for dinner. In just one day, you will have experienced a totally different part of the country.