Chitwan Wildlife Adventure
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Key Highlights
Bush Dinner
Tharu Cultural Walk and Dance
Boat Safari & Sundowner
Jungle Safari
Walking Safari
More about this escape
Your adventure begins early in the morning when you take a boat down the Rapti River and watch the jungle come alive with bird sounds. Barahi Jungle Lodge offers comfortable accommodations right at the edge of Chitwan National Park with expert naturalist guides. The lodge features traditional design with modern amenities, and each room has views of either the jungle or the peaceful Rapti River.
You will ride in jeeps through Chitwan National Park where you can spot one-horned rhinos eating grass and maybe even see tiger footprints in the mud. Boat trips let you see crocodiles resting in the sun and colorful birds diving into the water as you float toward where two rivers meet.
When evening comes, you will eat dinner in the forest under lanterns while listening to jungle sounds all around you. Local Tharu people will dance and tell stories that their families have shared for hundreds of years. At Barahi Jungle Lodge, every day brings new wildlife encounters and peaceful moments watching the sunrise over the wilderness.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival & First Wildlife Encounter
Arrive at Barahi Jungle Lodge where you get welcome drinks and learn about the jungle activities planned for your stay. Eat lunch at Banyan Café or by the swimming pool while looking at the Rapti River. At 3:30 PM, take a boat safari downstream to where the Narayani River meets the Rapti River, enjoying drinks and snacks while watching the sunset. In the evening, jungle experts will show slides and talk about Chitwan National Park's history and animals, then you will have dinner outside under the stars.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Activities: Welcome Drinks & Briefing, Boat Safari with Sundowner, Chitwan Presentation & Slide Show
Day 2 – Deep Jungle Exploration & Cultural Discovery
Start early at 6:30 AM with a jeep safari crossing the river into Chitwan National Park for a 4-5 hour trip through different routes based on where animals have been seen recently. Eat breakfast at a beautiful spot in the jungle while looking for Royal Bengal tigers, rhinos, and colorful birds. After lunch and rest time, take a 2-3 hour walking safari at 3:00 PM to see plants, animals, and birds closely. Watch authentic Tharu cultural dances by village performers in the evening, then eat dinner while listening to traditional music.
Meals: Jungle Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Activities: 4-5 Hour Jeep Safari, 2-3 Hour Walking Safari, Tharu Cultural Dance Performance
Day 3 – Village Life & Farewell
Start at 6:00 AM with a walk through traditional Tharu villages to see how people live, visit their community museum, and learn about their customs with local guides. Come back for breakfast at 8:30 AM at Banyan Café or by the pool while thinking about your jungle experiences. Leave between 10:00-11:00 AM with memories of tiger tracks, rhino sightings, and cultural connections you will never forget.
Meals: Breakfast
Activities: Tharu Village Walk, Community Museum Visit, Departure
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Inclusions & Exclusions
What's Included
Wildlife & Activities
Jeep, boat, and walking safaris with trained guides
All entrance fees for Chitwan National Park
Traditional Tharu village tour with dance show
Bird watching sessions at sunrise
Evening talks about wildlife with photo slides
Dining & Refreshments
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day
Welcome drink when you arrive and sunset drinks
Hot breakfast cooked during your safari trip
Outdoor dinner with campfire and local music
Tea and snacks while on boat rides
Lodge Amenities
Stay in jungle cottages with river views
Use of swimming pool anytime
Daily meetings about park activities
Not Included
Additional Services
Spa treatments and massages (costs extra)
Premium alcoholic drinks (basic drinks included)
Tips for your guides and lodge workers
Washing and cleaning your clothes
Personal helper service for luxury suites
Transport & Extras
Rides to and from Bharatpur Airport
Travel insurance for your trip
Shopping for gifts and local crafts
Phone calls and high-speed internet
Special permits for professional cameras
Good to Know
Rainy Season Changes
The park closes jeep safaris from June to October because roads get flooded. Boat trips and cultural shows still happen during these months.
Seeing Animals
Wild animals move around freely and follow their own schedules. You might see tigers and rhinos, but it depends on where they choose to go that day.
What to Wear
Bring strong hiking boots for walking safaris that go 5-7 kilometers through mud and small streams. Wear brown or green clothes because bright colors make animals run away.
Best Time to Visit
Optimal periods to experience Chitwan Wildlife Adventure at its finest, based on weather conditions and overall visitor experience.
October to March
About your stay
Barahi Jungle Lodge
Andrauli West, Narayani 97761, Nepal
This lodge sits on 12 acres of land along the Rapti River right across from Chitwan National Park. The property has many local birds and wild animals, so you can watch nature even when you are relaxing at the lodge.
Your Accommodation
Amenities & Services
Swimming Pool
WiFi
Room Service
Parking
Laundry Service
Garden
Conference Room
Airport Shuttle
Bar
Restaurant
Spa
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