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Tour from Pokhara

Chitwan Jungle Safari

Rhinos, crocodiles and more than 500 bird species in Chitwan National Park: a jeep safari, a canoe trip on the Rapti river and a Tharu village, from Pokhara.

3 daysEasy200 m
FromUS$ 350per person · based on 2 travellers
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NPOKHARAStart & finishSaurahaNIGHTS 1 & 2 · SLEEP HERERapti river canoeElephant breeding centreJeep safari · 190 mIN THE PARK3 days · 2 nights
Drive · private vehicleWalk · trailBoatSleep · nights 1–2⟷ Swipe to see the whole routeSatellite image: contains modified Copernicus Sentinel data · Terrain: Mapzen, SRTM/GMTED2010 courtesy of USGS · Roads & trails © OpenStreetMap contributors · Pokhara lies beyond the map edge
  • Duration3 days / 2 nights
  • Max altitude200 m
  • Start / endPokhara / Pokhara
  • Best seasonOct–Mar
  • Group size1–12 travellers
Overview

Why choose the Chitwan Jungle Safari?

  • Jeep safariRhinos, deer and birds in the grasslands and sal forest.
  • Canoe on the RaptiCrocodiles and water birds from a dugout canoe.
  • Tharu cultureA village walk and a traditional stick dance.
  • Sunsets by the riverEvenings on the banks of the Rapti at Sauraha.

Chitwan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Nepal’s southern lowlands, protects forests and grasslands that are home to the one-horned rhinoceros, gharial crocodiles, many deer species, elephants and, rarely seen, the Bengal tiger.

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We drive from Pokhara to Sauraha on the park’s edge (about 4–5 hours). Over three days you join a jeep safari in the park, glide down the Rapti river by dugout canoe, walk in the community forest with a naturalist, visit the elephant breeding centre and spend an evening with Tharu culture.

Timeline

Your journey, step by step

Times are a guide; your driver and guide adjust them to the light, the weather and your pace.

  1. Day 1 · 8:00

    Leave Pokhara

    Drive south to Sauraha (4–5 hours).

  2. Day 1 · 15:00

    Tharu village walk

    Visit a Tharu village; evening stick-dance performance.

  3. Day 2 · 7:00

    Canoe on the Rapti

    Drift downstream in a dugout canoe looking for crocodiles and birds.

  4. Day 2 · 9:00

    Jungle walk & breeding centre

    Walk through community forest with a naturalist to the elephant breeding centre.

  5. Day 2 · 14:00

    Jeep safari

    Afternoon jeep safari in the park grasslands and forest.

  6. Day 3 · 9:00

    Back to Pokhara

    Breakfast, optional bird-watching walk, then the drive back.

Itinerary

Day by day

Day 1Pokhara to Sauraha1 hr walk4–5 hrs drive180 m

Drive to Sauraha on the edge of Chitwan National Park. Afternoon Tharu village walk and a cultural programme in the evening.

  • StayResort or lodge, Sauraha
  • MealsLunch · Dinner
Day 2Canoe, jungle walk and jeep safari2 hrs walkJeep safari 3–4 hrs180 m

Morning canoe trip on the Rapti river, a guided jungle walk and a visit to the elephant breeding centre. After lunch, a jeep safari in the national park.

  • StayResort or lodge, Sauraha
  • MealsBreakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Day 3Sauraha to PokharaOptional bird walk4–5 hrs drive822 m

Optional early bird-watching walk, breakfast, then the drive back to Pokhara.

  • StayYour hotel in Pokhara
  • MealsBreakfast
Good to know

Details before you book

What’s included7
  • Private vehicle Pokhara → Sauraha → Pokhara
  • Chitwan National Park entry fees for the listed activities
  • Jeep safari, canoe trip, jungle walk and Tharu cultural programme
  • Licensed naturalist guide in Chitwan
  • 2 nights in a resort or lodge (twin-sharing room)
  • Meals as listed in the itinerary
  • Government taxes and service charge
Not included6
  • Travel insurance
  • Hotel in Pokhara before and after the tour
  • Meals not listed as included
  • Entrance tickets not listed as included (paid on the day)
  • Drinks, snacks and personal expenses
  • Tips for driver and guide (appreciated, not compulsory)
What to bring12

Clothing

Bring along

Before you go6

Best time

October–March is cooler and best for wildlife; February–March grass cutting improves sightings. April–June is very hot; the monsoon limits activities.

Difficulty

Easy. Short walks on flat ground.

Park rules

Activities inside the park are led by licensed guides. Follow your guide on jungle walks and keep quiet near wildlife.

Accommodation

Resorts and lodges in Sauraha with twin rooms and attached bathrooms.

Wildlife

Rhinos and deer are seen on most safaris; tigers are rare. Sightings are never guaranteed.

Phone & internet

Good mobile signal and Wi-Fi in Sauraha.

Questions travellers ask4
Do you offer elephant rides?

No. We do not include elephant-back safaris; we offer jeep safaris, canoe trips and walks instead.

Will we see a tiger?

Tigers live in the park but are rarely seen. Rhinos, deer, crocodiles and many birds are much more common.

Can we combine Chitwan with Lumbini or Bandipur?

Yes, both are on the way. Ask us for a combined quote.

How do I book and pay?

Send an enquiry. We confirm availability and send a written quote on WhatsApp, including the payment terms.

Ready for Chitwan Jungle Safari?

Tell us your dates and group size. We reply on WhatsApp with availability and a clear written quote.

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