Nepal Jungle Trip

13 Days | Nepal Discovery

Whatever you are looking for in a trip, Nepal has an answer for you. Wild nature (Himalayas, wild rivers, jungles…), some very old culture and traditions, the nicest people in the world, some extreme activities (trekking, white water sports, jungle safaris…) and thousands of small details which will change a trip into an unforgettable experience bringing you a new insight on yourself.

Nepal is mostly famous for its trekking opportunities but, even though we will not miss a little detour to give a look to the mountains, we propose you to discover another very authentic and and wild side of this incredible country. Nepal is a steep country starting in the south by the Terai plain (169m) and rising until the highest mountain in the world in the North (8848m).

Bardia National park is located in the plain where a very rich ecosystem still exists. There, you can find, Asiatic elephants, one horned rhinoceroses, many deer species, 450 species of birds, monkeys (macacas and Langurs), crocodiles, otters, tortoises, the rare Ganga dolphin, leopards, and the famous Royal Bengal tiger.

Visitors can visit this national park by different means: in a jeep, in a inflatable canoe and… on foot. Walking safaris are most interesting because they offer the best opportunities to see animals in their environment. It is not as dangerous as you may think, wild animals are led by instincts and, by nature they will try to escape human. People are not an option on their menu. You may read or hear many things in the Medias that are wrong or exaggerated, transformed or taken out of context. In Bardia National park, you are taken in charge by local wildlife professionals with diplomas who know the jungle, the plants and the animals, their territories and habits. Since 15 years the park is visited by an average of 4000 visitors every year and no tourist have ever been in danger.

AT KATHMANDU:

A While in Kathmandu you will have an opportunity to discover spiritual temples and shrines of historical and archaeological interest. On this tour you will gain an insight into the rich culture and tradition of Nepal.

AT POKHARA:

This trip is not about the mountain but we make the little detour through Pokhara and it offers a wonderful opportunity to witness the beauty of the Annapurna chain of Himalaya. Free afternoon to discover the Bazaar or the surroundings of the Fewa Lake.

AT LUMBINI:

Lumbini is the birth place of Lord Buddha. It is on the list of the UNESCO world heritage. Around Buddha’s house, there is a huge park with many Buddhist temples. And it is a top destination for bird watching with, among others, the rare Sarus Crane.

AT BARDIYA:

You will have an opportunity to discover wild life expedition. If you are lucky, tigers, elephants, rhinoceroses, deers, monkeys, crocodiles and birds may show up.

Don’t be afraid, all these animals are scared by people and none of them has human being on its menu. Nepal is one of few countries to allow walking safaris. Tharu cultural program in a village nearby. The Tharu evening, organized in a remote village usually out of the tourism loop, is an essential excursion to encourage local people to protect the national park and show the tourist the real face of the Tharu culture. The show is really authentic (not done for tourists but for local festivals) and really great.

An unforgettable experience!!

Day 1: Arrival

Arrival in Kathmandu, check in the hotel, diner. According to the time of arrival, the participants may have some free time to visit Thamel, the tourist quarter of the Nepalese capital.

Day 2: Katmandu visit

Today we visit the main tourist attractions of Kathmandu. Swayambhudnath the monkey temple,Pasupatinath with the burning ghats, Boudhnath, the Tibetan stupa.

Day 3: Let’s go to Pokhara

Today we embark in our vehicle to reach Pokhara (6 hours). This trip is not about mountains but we make a little detour through Pokhara, the window on the Anapurna chain. Free afternoon to discover the Bazaar or the surroundings of the lake

Day 4: Anapurna Panorama

Early morning drive to Sarangkot (The closest view on the Anapurna chain of the Himalayas). Rest of the day free to wander in the local bazaar or go on a canoe trip across the lake

Day 5: Destination Lumbini

Today we go to Lumbini (7 hours of vehicle)

Lumbini is the birth place of Lord Buddha. It is on the list of the UNESCO world heritage. Around Buddha’s house, there is a huge park with many Buddhist temples.

Lumbini is a top destination for bird watching with, among others, the rare Sarus Crane.

Day 6: Arrival in Bardia

Early departure for Takurdwara (Bardia 7 hours by road).

Check in “Racy shade resort”.

In the afternoon, visit of the Tharu village (the local ethnical group of Terai) and of the “Bardia National park visitor centre” with its crocodile farm where you will see the rare garhial crocodile.

When visiting the village, you will enter a typical Tharu house. They are long buildings where big families live and gather incomes and work for the common well being. You will get an insight of local crafts and customs from this mysterious but fascinating ethnical group.

Day 7: Jeep safari

The jeep is great to explore remote areas of the national park that you can’t reach with other safaris. We can stop in watching towers locally called “Machan”. If we are lucky, deers, elephants, rhinos and more will cross our way.

Day 8: Walking safari

Full day walking safari in the national park.

You will be in a small group of 4 people with 2 guide specialized in this activity. You will walk until watching towers or waiting spots to admire the local fauna and flora. If you are lucky, tigers, elephants, rhinoceroses, deers, monkeys, crocodiles and birds may show up.

Don’t be afraid, all these animals are scared by people and none of them has human being on its menu . Nepal is one of few countries to allow walking safaris. This system exists since more than 15 years and no tourist has ever been put in danger.

Day 9: Floating Safari

We go by road to the starting point in Chisopani (1h) and we start the safari after having taken lunch in a local restaurant.

By the end of afternoon, we take the boats out of the water and build our camp.

There are no rapids on the holy riverKarnali. On the boat, we may see animals drinking and many birds.

In the evening, Tharu cultural program in a village nearby.

The Tharu evening, organised in a remote village usually out of the tourism loop, is an essential excursion to encourage local people to protect the national park and show the tourist the real face of theTharu culture. The show is really authentic (not done for tourists but for local festivals) and really great.

An unforgettable experience!!