Established in 1973 and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Royal Chitwan National Park was the first established in Nepal and, well-known for big game, was formerly an exclusive hunting reserve for the Rana Prime Ministers.
See the snow-capped Himalayas, explore exotic bazaars, travel by elephant on exciting jungle safaris as you try to glimpse the rare Royal Bengal tiger. You'll stay in authentic jungle lodge accommodation in Chitwan and mountain lodge accommodation in Pokhara on this unforgettable and highly commended tour which encompasses all these magical experiences and more.
If you're happy walking for three or four hours a day and you don't mind steep slopes and rough ground, these moderately-paced tours should be perfect for you. This rating also applies to some of our Active Explorer cruises, as there will be gangplanks and ladders to negotiate.
There will be plenty of free time for you to spend as you please and perhaps try some of the activities available.
Chitwan National Park is renowned throughout Asia for its wildlife and diverse flora and fauna. The most famous of its residents is the shy and solitary Royal Bengal tiger. The park is also a haven for naturalists with over 525 different species of bird and 100 species of butterfly.
There may also be opportunities to visit Kasara, the headquarters of the National Park.