Bardia National Park Safari Adventure

Max Altitude

200m

Duration

4 Days

Group Size

2-10 people

Best Season

October-May (best: February-April)

Difficulty

Easy

Country

Nepal

Overview

Discover Nepal's best-kept wildlife secret - Bardia National Park. Less visited than Chitwan but equally spectacular, Bardia offers a more authentic and uncrowded jungle experience with excellent chances of spotting Bengal tigers, one-horned rhinos, and wild elephants.

Bardia National Park is the largest national park in the Terai lowlands, covering 968 square kilometers of pristine wilderness. The park is renowned for having the highest density of Bengal tigers in Nepal and is one of the best places in Asia to see these magnificent creatures in the wild.

This comprehensive safari package includes jeep safaris into the park's core areas, nature walks with naturalist guides, canoe rides on the Karnali River, and visits to elephant breeding centers. The diverse habitats support over 30 mammal species and 400 bird species, making every excursion an adventure.

Stay in comfortable jungle lodges on the park's edge, where you might hear the roar of tigers at night. The local Tharu community adds cultural richness with their traditional dances, cuisine, and stories of coexisting with wildlife for generations.

Highlights

  • Best park in Nepal for Bengal tiger sightings
  • Jeep safaris into core wildlife areas
  • Canoe ride on the Karnali River
  • Expert naturalist guides
  • Visit elephant breeding center
  • Traditional Tharu cultural program
  • Less crowded than Chitwan
  • Over 400 bird species

Your Journey

4 Days

Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj (1 hour), then transfer to Bardia National Park (2 hours). Drive through the scenic Terai landscape with views of villages and farmland. Check into your jungle lodge and enjoy lunch. Afternoon briefing about the park and wildlife. Evening nature walk around the lodge area with a naturalist guide, learning to identify animal tracks and bird calls. Traditional Tharu dinner with cultural entertainment.

Duration

-

Elevation

200m

Meals

Lunch, Dinner

Stay

Jungle Lodge

Early morning jeep safari (5:30 AM) into the core area of Bardia National Park - the best time to spot tigers, deer, and other wildlife. The park is known for having the highest tiger density in Nepal. Search for one-horned rhinos, wild elephants, spotted deer, and wild boar. Return to lodge for breakfast. Late morning canoe ride on the Karnali River, watching for gharial crocodiles, mugger crocodiles, and water birds. Lunch at the lodge. Afternoon walking safari in the buffer zone with your naturalist guide.

Duration

-

Elevation

200m

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Stay

Jungle Lodge

After breakfast, visit the elephant breeding center to see baby elephants and learn about conservation efforts. Return via Tharu villages to experience local life. Lunch at the lodge. Afternoon jeep safari focusing on different areas of the park. Evening bird watching walk - Bardia has over 400 species including rare giant hornbills and Bengal floricans. Farewell dinner with Tharu stick dance performance.

Duration

-

Elevation

200m

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Stay

Jungle Lodge

Optional early morning bird watching around the lodge. After breakfast, begin the transfer to Nepalgunj for your flight to Kathmandu. Alternatively, continue overland to Chitwan, Pokhara, or Lumbini.

Duration

-

Elevation

200m

Meals

Breakfast

Stay

-

What's Included

  • Round-trip transportation from Kathmandu (domestic flight + transfer)
  • 3 nights accommodation in jungle lodge
  • All meals (full board)
  • National park entrance fees
  • 2 jeep safaris
  • Canoe/boat safari
  • Guided nature walks
  • Elephant breeding center visit
  • Tharu cultural program
  • Professional naturalist guide

What's Not Included

  • Domestic flight fare (can be arranged)
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Tips for guides and staff
  • Camera fees

Trusted By

Government of NepalNepal Tourism BoardNepal Mountaineering AssociationTrekking Agencies Association of NepalKEEP NepalTrustpilot