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Chitwan Jungle Safari

3 Days

Overview

Chitwan Jungle Safari is a popular tourist activity in Nepal, located in the Chitwan National Park in the southern part of the country.

The park is home to a variety of wildlife, including Bengal tigers, one-horned rhinoceroses, elephants, and over 500 species of birds. The jungle safari offers visitors the opportunity to explore the park and its wildlife by jeep, canoe, or on foot, accompanied by experienced guides.

Some of the highlights of the Chitwan Jungle Safari include:

  • Jeep Safari: The jeep safari takes you deep into the jungle, where you can spot wildlife such as rhinoceroses, tigers, leopards, sloth bears, and more. The safari takes place early in the morning or late in the afternoon when animals are most active.
  • Canoeing: Canoeing on the Rapti River offers a chance to see crocodiles, gharials, and a variety of water birds. It’s a peaceful and scenic experience that allows you to get up close to the wildlife and observe them in their natural habitat.
  • Elephant Safari: An elephant safari is a unique and exciting way to explore the park. You will ride on the back of an elephant, accompanied by a mahout (elephant handler), and go deep into the jungle to spot wildlife.
  • Bird Watching: Chitwan National Park is a paradise for bird watchers, with over 500 species of birds found in the park. You can take a guided bird watching tour to spot and identify a variety of colorful and exotic birds.
  • Cultural Experience: In addition to the wildlife, Chitwan also offers a unique cultural experience, with opportunities to visit local Tharu villages and learn about their customs, traditions, and way of life.

Overall, the Chitwan Jungle Safari is an exciting and unforgettable experience that offers a chance to observe the incredible wildlife and natural beauty of Nepal’s southern plains.

Highlights

  • An unforgettable experience to observe the incredible wildlife and natural beauty of Nepal's southern plains
  • Chitwan Jungle Safari is located in Chitwan National Park in Nepal
  • Home to a variety of wildlife, including Bengal tigers, one-horned rhinoceroses, elephants, and over 500 species of birds
  • Visit local Tharu villages to learn about their customs, traditions, and way of life
  • An unforgettable experience to observe the incredible wildlife and natural beauty of Nepal's southern plains

Itinerary

1. Pick-up from the arrival point: Transfer to your accommodation.
2. Welcome drinks: introduction to your room.
3. Freshen up and briefing session: followed by lunch.
4. Cultural tour to visit Tharu village: Enjoy a riverside sunset view.
5. Tharu stick dance performance: followed by dinner.

1. Wake-up call: Breakfast.
2. Canoeing ride: Visit the elephant breeding center.
3. Lunch.
4. Elephant Back Safari: Followed by Dinner.

1. Wake-up call: Tea or Coffee.
2. Bird watching: Followed by breakfast.
3. Departure back to Kathmandu.

Cost

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How fit do I need to be to do this trek?

Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will too, you can.

How long do we walk every day when doing Annapurna Base Camp trekking?

On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.

What is the highest altitude reached in this trek?

The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.

What about battery charging and hot shower facilities?

Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay a certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, a hot water facility could be free at a lower elevation.

Are there ATMs on the way to Annapurna Base Camp?

No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.

What about internet access?

Yes. The Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. The Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.

Is it necessary to hire Guides/trekking agency for Annapurna Base Camp trekking?

Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during the offseason.

It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.

How much do guides and porters cost?

For the Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.

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Chitwan Jungle Safari
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  • Professional Local Guide
  • Tourist Bus
  • 3 Stars Hotels
  • 900 metres
  • Kathmandu
  • Feb, Mar, Apr & May
  • Jungle Safari
  • Full board with jungle safari
  • English
  • Easy
  • 2-15
  • 12
  • 65