stockinet
gaur (the world's largest wild cattle) and many other
smaller animals. The swampy areas and numerous ox-bow
lakes of Chitwan provide a home for marsh crocodiles.
In a stretch of the Narayani River is found one of the
few remaining of populations of the rare and endangered
fish-only eating Gharial or Genetic crocodile. Here
also is found one of the world's four species of fresh
water dolphins. For the ornithologist and the amateur
bird watcher the park offers excellent possibilities
with more than 450 species.
Some of the resident specialties are peacocks. Several
species of woodpeckers, hornbills, Bengal florican,
and red headed trogons. Winter birds such as waterfowl,
Brahmiuny duck, pintails and bar headed geese, amongst
many other cold weather visitors are drawn by the sanctuary
of the parks is with alive nesting migrants such as
the fabulous paradise flycatcher, the Indian Pitta and
parakeets.
Canoeing:
A typical hand-made dugout canoe will
take you for a ride on the great Rapti River where you
can see Gharial and crocodiles basking in the sun and
enjoy watching the many colorful birds.
Jungle Drive:
You can have the unique experience of
driving deep into the jungle in a 4wd jeep. (January
to May only)
Jungle walks:
You can enjoy a natural walk in the
jungle in safety accompanied by our well-trained naturalist
who will interpret the hidden secrets of the land as
you walk through ancient groves or perch in a strategically
located watch tower (Machan) to observe animals grazing,
drinking at polls, or resting in the bushes
Bird watching:
Bird's lovers will have a wonderful
opportunity to see many species of birds in the early
morning as the new day dawns.
Tharu village
visit:
This tour is especially for those guests
who are keen to experience the typical local life of
tharus, the ancient native people of the Chitwan jungle.
Folk Dance:
After a delicious buffet dinner we entertain
you with stick dance and folk song and give you an opportunity
to dance with the native people
ROYAL BARDIA
NATIONAL PARK:
Bardia National Park is situated in
the lowlands of Western Nepal covering nearly one thousand
sq. kt. It's flora and fauna resembles that of the better
known Chitwan National Park , some interesting species
can be seen more easily or only in Bardia. The park
is multi faceted including sub-tropical forest swamp
and grasslands, where over 350 species of birds, leopards,
great one horned rhinoceros, swamp deer, black buck,
wild elephant and smooth Indian others are dominant.
Muger and Gharial crocodiles share the water with gangatic
dolphins as well as several other species of reptiles,
amphibians, insects and butterflies, Creatures you only
dream of!! |
