Bardia National Park
Covering an area of 968 sq. km, Bardia National Park is situated in the mid-Far Western Terai, east of the Karnali River. Originally set aside in 1968 as a Royal Hunting Reserve, the area was gazetted in 1967 as Karnali Wildlife Reserve with an area of 368 sq. km. It was renamed as Bardia Wildlife Reserve in 1982 and extended to include the Babai River valley in 1984. National Park status was gazetted in 1988. The main objectives of the park are to conserve a representative ecosystem of the mid-Western Terai, particularly the tiger ad its prey species.
Royal Bardia National Park is smaller than Chitwan but houses the same exotic animals and jungle environment of the Terai. Bardia is more isolated than Chitwan which is why it has fewer resorts and fewer visitors. But this also adds to the excitement of exploring this jungle. All resorts border the boundary of the park and numerous jungle activities are possible. The resorts are extremely pleasant and enjoyable and offer Bardia as their front yard.
There are a wide variety of jungle activities available in both parks. Elephant rides are the best way to explore the jungle and search for wildlife. Jeep safaris are also available for those who don't feel like riding atop an elephant. Others might enjoy a jungle walk with an experienced guide who can tell you all about the wildlife and vegetation that is unique to the Terai region. Canoeing on the Rapti or Narayani rivers is a great way to see the many different bird species of Chitwan. And there's always the rare chance that you can see the elusive freshwater Gangetic dolphins that inhabit the rivers. All of these activities are included in your jungle package.
Included in all of our jungle packages is transportation. Tourist buses, private transportation, and airline flights are available for both Chitwan and Bardia National parks. We highly recommend flying to Bardia because the bus ride from Kathmandu can take over 15 hrs on a rough road. Chitwan is 5-6 from Kathmandu on a bus. All transportation to the lodges inside the park will be provided.
Bardia National park
3 night 4 Days Itinerary
Day 01:Receive by jungle guide on the highway and proceed to resort. Arrive in the resort very early morning. Relax. Discover Tharu life and culture through our Tharu village/culture tour.
Day 02:Whole day walking safari to view Gangetic Dolphins and swimming also possible.
Day 03:Exploration of Tiger territory by foot before lunch. Elephant back safari or jeep
safari in the afternoon.
Day 04:Bird watching tour will be carried out very early morning followed by the opportunity to relax or explore the surrounding villages again. After lunch Departure to Kathmandu or Pokhara by a public bus.
4 Night 5 Days Itinerary
Day 01:Receive by jungle guide on the highway and proceed to resort. Arrive in the resort.
very early morning. Relax. Discover Tharu life and culture through our Tharu village/culture tour
Day 02:Whole day walking safari to view Gangetic Dolphins and swimming also possible.
Day 03Exploration of Tiger territory by foot before lunch. Elephant back safari or jeep safari in the afternoon.
Day 04:Rafting in the flat Karnali and visit to Baghurphanta watching tower and grassland.
Day 04:Bird watching tour will be carried out very early morning followed by the opportunity to relax or explore the surrounding villages again. After lunch departure to Kathmandu or Pokhara by public bus.
