Bardiya National Park
Activities: Jungle safari, jungle walk, boat ride, jeep drive
Accommodation: Jungle lodges
Access: Three hours’ drive (95 km) from Nepalgunj, which is 1 hour by air or 516 km by road from Kathmandu
Wildlife: Over 30 mammals, including the Royal Bengal Tiger, one-horned rhinoceros, elephant, swamp deer, black buck; reptiles include gharial crocodile, marsh mugger crocodile; freshwater Gangetic dolphin is commonly seen in the Karnali River
Birds: 230 species of birds include Bengal florican, lesser florican, silver-eared mesia and sarus crane
Vegetation: Sal, savannah forests and grasslands
Best Season: October-March, April-June (hot/dry, up to 42 degrees Celsius), July-September (rainy)
Park Headquarters: Thakurdwara
Entrance Fee: Nepali - NPR 50 per day per entry, SAARC nationals - NPR 500 per person per day, Foreigners - NPR 1,000 per person per day
Where is Bardia National Park?
The largest and most undisturbed Bardia National Park is located in the Terai region, covering an area of 968 km2 of sal forest, grassland, savannah, and riverine forest. To get to Bardia National Park from Kathmandu, we can take an hour's flight to Nepalgunj and a 3-hour drive to the national park. We can also travel by land, but it is a long journey as it takes about 12 hours of driving. To break down a long way to Bardia from Kathmandu, Pokhara, or Chitwan, we can stop at Lumbini for a night, explore Lumbini and continue our journey to Bardia another day.
Best season for visiting Bardia National Park
The best season for visiting Bardia National Park is September to December and February to May. Visiting Bardiya during the mentioned periods provides significant opportunities to see the Royal Bengal Tiger and other wildlife.
Things To Do in Bardia National Park
Jungle Walk: The jungle walk is the best possible eco-friendly way of exploring the beautiful and unspoiled Bardia National Park. It is one of the most popular things to do in Bardia National Park, and it is an opportunity to experience the diverse wildlife, flora and fauna, as well as the best way to see the natural beauty of the national park.
Jeep Safari: Jeep Safari Trip is one of the major highlights and most things to do in Bardia National Park. Full-day jeep safari in Bardia is a highly recommended activity that takes you to the deep jungle and allows you to explore different flora and fauna. Jeep safari provides probably the best chance to see the Tiger.
Boating or Rafting: The beautiful rivers of Karnali and Babai provide an excellent opportunity for Boating or Rafting. Boating or Rafting in Bardia is suitable for travellers from all age groups. Karnali and Babai rivers flow slowly and calmly.
Bird watching: Bardia National Park is home to 407 species of birds, including rare to endangered ones.
Fishing: Fishing in Bardia is another popular thing to do while visiting Bardia National Park. Bardia is one of the best habitats for mighty golden mahseer.
Overnight Camping in the Jungle: Jungle Camping is another must-do thing while you are in Bardia National Park, as it is a fantastic opportunity to experience the natural Bardia wilderness and the thrill of camping in the jungle.
Sleeping in a Treehouse: Sleeping in a Treehouse is a unique experience, and it can make your Bardia visit extra special. Treehouse in Bardia is located inside the community forest where the locals work with the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) to conserve wild animals.
Reasons to visit Bardia National Park
Bardia National Park is the best in Nepal and one of the best places in the world for spotting the Royal Bengal Tiger. Bardia National Park is home to the Asian elephant, the greater one-horned rhinoceros, and 50 species of mammals, including the Gharial crocodile, Marsh mugger crocodile, leopard, swamp deer, and grey langur monkeys.
Best Season
The best season for visiting Bardia National Park is September to December and February to May. Visiting Bardiya during the mentioned periods provides significant opportunities to see the Royal Bengal Tiger and other wildlife. The period from June to August is the monsoon season, we recommend avoiding these months for travel.
Accommodation in Bardiya
Accommodation varies from local homestays to advanced hotels. In a homestay, you will be warmly welcomed and stay in a homely environment. You can upgrade your accommodation from a simple homestay to a star hotel. We provide different accommodation options as per customer needs and desires.