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Bardia National Park Safari — 4 Days
4 daysFrom Bardia (fly from Kathmandu)Best: Oct–May
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Duration
4 days
From
$575/person
Difficulty
Easy
Starts
Bardia (fly from Kathmandu)
Group Size
2–12 People
Stay
Lodge
Meals
All Meals
Best Season
Oct–May
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Trip Highlights
Bardia National Park — Nepal's largest Terai jungle; highest tiger density outside Chitwan
Wild Royal Bengal tiger encounters on foot with naturalist guide
Greater one-horned rhinos, gangetic dolphins, gharial crocodiles, and wild elephants
Night wildlife jeep drive under the forest canopy — peak sighting hours
Babai River boat safari and guided jungle walks along the floodplain
Authentic Tharu village homestay option in the buffer-zone communities
4 full days vs Chitwan's 3: Bardia rewards patience with rarer, wilder encounters
UNESCO-recommended park: biodiversity hotspot with 50 mammal and 400 bird species
Nepal's wildest tiger reserve — a 4-day deep-jungle safari in Bardia National Park where critically endangered Bengal tigers, one-horned rhinos, wild elephants and gharial crocodiles roam one of Asia's last great wilderness corridors.
Day-by-Day Itinerary(4 days)
Altitude Profile
Peak: 1,400 m · Day 4Morning flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj (150m) in the Terai lowlands. Drive northwest along the Mahendra Highway to Bardia National Park, Nepal's largest and most pristine wildlife reserve. Check in to jungle lodge. Evening nature walk and orientation briefing.
150 mDrive–B, L, DLodge
Bardia National Park is Nepal's most rewarding wildlife destination for serious safari visitors — a 968 km² protected floodplain in the far-western Terai with the highest density of wild Bengal tigers in Nepal, plus substantial populations of one-horned rhino, wild elephant, Gangetic dolphin, and gharial crocodile in the Karnali river. Unlike Chitwan, which receives over 100,000 visitors per year, Bardia gets approximately 15,000 — the wildlife is less habituated to humans and the encounters feel genuinely wild.
The 4-day itinerary includes two dawn jeep safaris, one dusk safari, a Karnali river canoe float for dolphin and crocodile spotting, and a guided jungle walk for close-encounter rhino and deer tracking. Lodge accommodation at the park boundary puts you 10 minutes from the best wildlife corridors. Tiger sighting rates at Bardia run at approximately 35% per visit — higher than Chitwan's famous rate.
Best seasons: October–March (dry season; animals concentrate near water). Access: Kathmandu–Nepalgunj flight + Bardia jeep (included). Tiger sighting rate: ~35%.
What's Included
Included
- Bardia National Park entry permit and conservation levy
- Licensed naturalist guide for all jungle activities
- Jeep safaris (dawn and dusk, open 4WD)
- Boat safari on Karnali River
- Jungle walks and village cultural visit
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) at lodge
- Lodge accommodation (standard twin room with en-suite)
- Kathmandu–Nepalgunj flight and Nepalgunj–Bardia jeep (both ways)
- All government taxes and service charges
Not Included
- International airfare to/from Kathmandu
- Nepal entry visa fee ($30–$50 on arrival)
- Comprehensive travel insurance
- Alcoholic beverages and premium drinks
- Personal clothing and safari gear
- Tips for naturalist guide and lodge staff
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Any optional activities not listed in the itinerary
Pickup
Pokhara or Kathmandu: where should we pick you up?
This trip begins in Kathmandu. If you are already in Pokhara, we can bring you across (Pokhara and Kathmandu are about 200 km apart: 25 minutes by plane or 6 to 8 hours by tourist bus).
Pickup in Kathmandu
Trip starts hereLanding in Kathmandu? We meet you at the airport or your hotel and get you to the start.
- Kathmandu international airport (on arrival)We quote
- Kathmandu domestic airportWe quote
- Kathmandu hotel pickupWe quote
- Kathmandu tourist bus park pickupWe quote
Pickup in Pokhara
Staying in Pokhara? We can bring you to Kathmandu for the start.
- Pokhara hotel pickupIncludes getting you to Kathmandu by tourist bus or flight. We confirm the price with you.We quote
- Pokhara airport pickupWe quote
- Pokhara tourist bus park pickupWe quote
Hotel in the city
- No hotel, I will book my own$0
- Kathmandu: tourist standard guest houseWe quote
- Kathmandu: 3-star hotel (bed & breakfast)We quote
- Kathmandu: 4-star hotel (bed & breakfast)We quote
- Kathmandu: 5-star hotel (bed & breakfast)We quote
Prices are per person and added to the trip price when you book. “We quote” means the price depends on your flight time and hotel, so our team confirms it with you before the trip. It is never added to your payment without asking.
Best Time to Go
Autumn (Oct–Nov)
Best wildlife viewing. Vegetation thins after monsoon; tigers and rhinos more visible near watering holes.
Low: 15–20°C High: 25–32°C
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Excellent. Comfortable temperatures, low vegetation, and concentrated wildlife around river banks.
Low: 8–14°C High: 20–28°C
Spring (Mar–May)
Hot but good wildlife. Vegetation still manageable. Elephant and rhino sightings common.
Low: 18–24°C High: 28–36°C
Monsoon (Jun–Sep)
Park closed or restricted (Jul–Aug). Dense vegetation makes wildlife spotting difficult.
Low: 22–26°C High: 30–38°C
Permits Required
Bardia National Park Entry Permit
NPR 1,500 per day (about US$11)Included in tour price. Charged per day inside the park.
Conservation Fee
Included in tourSupports rhino and tiger conservation and local community programs.
All permits are arranged and included in your package price. Nothing to organise yourself.
What to Pack
Neutral-coloured clothes (khaki, olive, beige — no bright colours)
Light long-sleeve shirts (sun and insect protection)
Light trousers (shorts optional for camp)
Warm fleece or jacket for early morning jeep safari
Wide-brim sun hat
Sturdy walking shoes or boots
A detailed packing list will be sent with your booking confirmation. Gear rental available in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Kit that actually matters on this trek
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