Information
This park is the most popular destination for tourist wanting to have a good experience of the regions wildlife. It was declared a national park in 1973. In 1984, UNESCO designated it as Natural World Heritage Site. The park offers protection to 56 species of mammals including the one horned rhinoceros, Bengal Tiger, leopard, sloth bear, wild elephant, striped hyena, Genetic dolphin and wild bison. There are an estimated species of birds, 126 species of fish, 590 species of butterflies and 47 species of reptiles in the park. A recent study also points out the over a third of Nepal's total population is in Chitwan.
Suggested Itineraries : Chitawan Package tour - In side the national park:
This package is ideal for those who wish to take an adventure in the forest at an affordable price, but in an executive way. You will be among One-Horned Rhinoceroses all the time and deer roams your cottage from the dawn of the day. It is likely that you'll encounter Tiger while you go deep into the forest on the elephant back.
Itinerary I:
Day 01: Arrive at our resort meet & transfer to camp On reaching resort, our Guest Relations Officer will brief about the program.
1:00 pm - Lunch
3:30 pm - Elephant Safari / Jungle Walk / Nature Walk with Boat Ride one of the package
8:00 pm - Dinner
Day 02: 05:30 am - Wake Up Call followed by tea/coffee
6:00 am - Bird Watching / Elephant Safari / Jungle Walk one of the package
8:00 am - Breakfast
9:00 am -Nature walk/Jungle Walk Crocodile Walk. A 45 minute walks through grassland and in to the Chitawan national park forest. Board boats to observe crocodiles along the banks while floating back to the camp.
1:00 pm - Lunch
3:00 pm - Elephant Safari / Jungle Walk / Visit Observation Tower / Nature Walk with boat ride
8:00 pm - Dinner
Day 03: Wake Up Call Followed by tea/coffee
6:00 am - Bird Watching / Elephant Safari / Jungle Walk
8:00 am - Breakfast
9:30 am - Departure
What to bring?
Binoculars, Flashlight, Insect repellent, A jacket or sweater from November through February. Lightest clothing with sunglasses and hats from April onwards. Pants should be worn during elephant rides. Bright colors such as red and white should be avoided since those colors have been known to upset the rhinos. Comfortable walking shoes are essential. Please carry only the bare necessities but not jewellery and valuable items. During the warmer months swimming suits are recommended.
Schedule
Day 1: Ariival at resort
Arrive at our resort, meet with guide & transfer to Camp. On reaching resort, our Guest Relations Officer will brief guests.
1:00 pm - Lunch
3:30 pm - Elephant Safari / Jungle Walk / Nature Walk with Boat Ride
8:00 pm - Dinner
Day 2: Safari
6:30 am - Wake Up Call followed by tea/coffee
6:00 am - Bird Watching / Elephant Safari / Jungle Walk (action one of the package)
8:00 am - Breakfast
9:00 am - Crocodile Walk. A 45 minute walks through grassland and forest. Board boats to observe crocodiles along the banks while floating back to the camp.
1:00 pm - Lunch
3:00 pm - Elephant Safari / Jungle Walk / Visit Observation Tower / Nature Walk with Boat Ride
8:00 pm - Dinner
Day 3: Boat Excursion and visit Tharu village
8:30 am - Boat Excursion to jungle a full day Nature Trek to the jungle. Pack lunch en route & return by Jeep.
Option
8:30 am - Visit Tharu Village to see and learn about the ethnic group of Chitwan. Return to Resort.
1:00 pm - Lunch
3:30 pm - Boat Excursion & return by Jeep
8:00 pm - Dinner
Day 4: Wake Up Call followed by tea/coffee
6:00 am - Early in the morning Bird Watching
8:00 am - Breakfast
9:30 am - After Breakfast transfer to next destination