Bardia Jungle Safari Tour

Your 3-day adventure starts with a short flight to Nepalgunj, followed by a drive to Bardiya National Park. You’ll explore the park and see wild animals like one-horned rhinos, elephants, and tigers on Jeep Safaris and Elephant Jungle Safaris. As you walk through the park, you’ll enjoy the peaceful nature and learn about the Tharu culture. In the evening, you’ll watch a fun Tharu cultural show. This safari gives you the perfect mix of wildlife, culture, and adventure.

Duration

3 Days

Difficulty

Beginner

Requires no prior experience and fits for people with basic physical ability

Best Season

Spring, Autumn and Winter

Max. elevation

300m

Trip Code

CT-10087

Destination

Nepal

Region

Family Treks and Tours

Activity

Nature And Wildlife Tour

Start / End Point

Kathmandu/Kathmandu

Accommodation

Guest House | Hotel

Nature Of Trek

Lodge or Hotel

Transportation

Domestic flight

Route

Kathmandu- Nepalgunj - Bardiya

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Bardia Jungle Safari Tour Highlight

Explore the largest National Park in Tarai, Bardia National Park.
Observe diverse wildlife including one-horned rhinoceros and elephants in their natural habitat.
Discover over 250 species of birds, including endangered species.
Experience the deep Sal forests and the Babai River Valley.
Enjoy popular activities such as birdwatching and jungle safari.
Visit the second most preferred national park for jungle safari in Nepal.
Immerse in the natural beauty of the Tarai region of Nepal.

Bardia Jungle Safari Tour Overview

The Bardia National Park, Tarai's largest national park at 968 square kilometers, is where the Bardia Safari trip takes place. It is surrounded by the Churia Hills to the north and the Geruwa River to the west, extending from the Churia Hills to the Bhabar slope. Along with the Babai River Valley, it is also home to thirty different species of mammals, Ghariyal crocodiles, and dolphins.

The majority of the park is covered by Sal forests, where visitors can observe wild animals like elephants, bears, and one-horned rhinos in their natural environment. Monkeys, civets, hyenas, wild dogs, sloth bears, blue bulls, deer, and wild boars are among the other commonly observed animals.

There are more than 250 species of birds to observe, including the threatened Bengal florican, Sarus crane, and kingfisher. The three-day Bardiya National Park Tour is a fantastic way to see the natural beauty of Nepal's Tarai region.

Day 01

Drive Or Fly To Nepalgunj, Move To Bardiya National Park

Flight Hours

1 hour

Drive Hours

12 hours

Highest Altitude

300 m

You can choose to drive to the city of Tarai from Kathmandu on the first day of the itinerary or take a flight to Nepalgunj from the capital city. Bardiya National Park is 90 kilometers from Nepalgunj, Nepal’s western capital. From Kathmandu, driving will take approximately 10 to 12 hours, whereas flying only one hour will get you to Nepalgunj. You will travel further up to Bardiya National Park from Nepalgunj, where you will spend the night in a hotel.

Hotel

Day 02

Exploring Bardiya National Park

Highest Altitude

300 m

The second day will be full of activities as you explore the National Park. You can enjoy the thrilling experience of getting up close and personal with wild animals like rare one-horned rhinoceros, elephants, and tigers as you stroll through the dense Sal woods. Alternatively, you can take a Jeep Safari or an Elephant Jungle Safari to fully appreciate the natural sights and encounter wild animals in their natural environment. Visitors can also enjoy the Tharu Cultural Show, which is performed by the local Tharus, at the conclusion of the day. Stay the night at the hotel.

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Corcodiles during Bardia's jungle safari

Barasingha during Bardia's jungle safari

Day 03

Drive To Nepalgunj, Fly To Kathmandu

Drive Hours

2 hours

Highest Altitude

1,350 m

From the National Park, it takes two hours to drive to Nepalgunj Airport, where you can catch a connecting flight to Kathmandu. Once you arrive in Kathmandu, Nepal’s capital, you can choose your next route.

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Wildlife, Culture, and Real Adventure

Bardia National Park was an amazing place to visit. The thick jungle and all the animals made it a trip I’ll never forget. It was so special to see rare animals like Bengal tigers, one-horned rhinos, and elephants in the wild. I also really liked visiting the Gharial crocodile center it was something different and interesting. I tried all the safari types elephant, jeep, and walking. Each one gave a new way to see the park. Visiting the local villages also helped me understand the culture better, which made the trip even more special.

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