Bardia Safari adventure

Bardia Safari adventure

4Days
1350mMax altitude
EasyDifficulty
$995per person

Overview

Bardia Safari adventure

Bardiya Safari Adventure is an adventurous trip to explore the wildlife of the Bardia National Park. The Bardia National Park(968 square km) is the largest wildlife reserve in the Southern Terai belt of Nepal. It has been protecting a variety of flora and fauna, including rare animals found only in the region. 

Bardiya Safari Adventure Trip Introduction:

The national park has been preserving the dwindling species of rare flora and fauna, particularly the Royal Bengal Tiger and its other prey species. It enclaves a variety of wildlife, including endangered One-horned rhinos, Wild elephants, Swamp deer, Black buck, Mugger crocodiles Gharial, and Gangetic Dolphins as well as more than 30 different mammals and over 400 species of birds. 

Bardia National Park is a heaven for eco-tourists and wildlife enthusiasts. The chances of a Royal Bengal Tiger sighting in Bardia are almost 80% depending on the season. If you are lucky enough, you might witness the real beauty of the Royal Bengal Tiger on the way to the jungle safari.

Itinerary Outline:

1st Day: Flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj and transfer to Bardia National Park

2nd Day: Jungle excursion & Elephant back Safari in Bardia

3rd Day: Jungle excursion tour

4th Day: Departure from Bardia

Duration4 days
DifficultyEasy
Max altitude1350m
Start / EndKathmandu
AccommodationHotel accommodation in dur...
Bardia Safari adventure

Best Season for this trip

Mar to May & Sep to Dec

Spring: Mar-May Monsoon: Jun-Aug Autumn: Sep-Nov Winter: Dec-Feb

Day by day

Unfold your journey

Detailed Itinerary: 

Day 01: Flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj & transfer to Bardia National Park
As per the flight schedule for Nepalgunj, we will transfer to the domestic airport for one and half hour scenic flight to Nepalgung. After your arrival at Bardia, you will be transferred to the lodge where you will be offered refreshments. You will also be given a short briefing about the trip. After the briefing and refreshing, we will leave the hotel for the village tour to a nearby ethnic Tharu village where you will learn more about the life and lifestyle of the Tharus.

Day 02: Jungle excursion & Elephant back Safari in Bardia
As Elephants are the largest, most mighty, and most well-trained animals, we will go for the elephant-back safari. We will go for the exploration of the wildlife in the areas which are impossible to go on foot so it's claimed to be an ideal program to search for wildlife. Elephant Ride is an excellent opportunity to get a lifetime experience on the back of the elephant to explore the wildlife of the national park. You will also get plentiful and excellent photographic opportunities.

Day 03: Jungle excursion tour
As Karnali River runs through the Bardia National Park, it has become an additional habitat for wildlife. It has been an extra source of our program. In this huge freshwater river, we will take you on a proper raft to encounter the wild lives while they might be drinking or wallowing. It's also the ultimate witness for rare freshwater river dolphins you also may have a high chance to see them jumping in the river. We will also go for the tiger tracking & bird watching trip. We will get an excellent opportunity to explore the Royal Bengal Tiger and a great many species of birds found in Bardia.

Day 04: Departure from Bardia
After breakfast, in the early morning, we will take you to the Nepaljung airport. On arrival at Nepalgunj depending upon the connecting flight schedule to Kathmandu, we will fly back to the capital. If we return in the afternoon, we will have a few hours for refreshment in the comfort of the Hotel at Nepalgunj. We will then connect with a flight back to Kathmandu. You will be transferred to your hotel.

What's covered

Inclusions & exclusions

Trip includes

  • All airport and hotel transportation by private vehicle in Kathmandu per the suggested itinerary.
  • Deluxe twin-sharing accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
  • Farewell dinner in Kathmandu (Alcoholic beverages are excluded)
  • Kathmandu to Nepalgunj to Kathmandu by flight
  • Comfortable & clean accommodation
  • Government Registered guide (English speaking, First Aid and eco trained)
  • All necessary paper works, entry fees, and permits
  • First aid exclusive medical kit bag
  • All government and local taxes

Trip excludes

  • Visa fees (You can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu so (bring accurate USD cash and two passport photographs), International airfare to and from Kathmandu
  • Any extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary plan
  • Travel and rescue insurance.

Dates & Prices

Upcoming Departures

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24-27 October 2026

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28-31 October 2026

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Dates don’t fit? Every trip also runs privately on the date of your choice. Book a private departure.

FAQ’s

What travelers often ask

Where is the Bardia National Park located?
The Bardia National Park is located in the southern lowlands of Nepal in the western development region. The most undisturbed wildlife area is also the largest national park which was a hunting reserve for the Rana Dynasty.
How adventurous is Bardia Safari Adventure?
The Bardia Safari is Remote, Challenging and offers a unique adventure for wildlife and nature lovers. The unexplored deep jungles of the far western region of Nepal give abundant wildlife views.
What are the endangered species found in Bardia Safari?
You will get to see the endangered rhinoceros, Wild elephants, The Royal Bengal Tiger, Swamp deer, Black buck, Gharial Crocodile, and Gangetic Dolphins. Besides, you will also see over 400 species of birds, snakes, and lizards.
How many days does it take to complete the Bardia Safari?
On average, it takes about 8 days to complete the safari. On the safari, the maximum height is 6501m where you will enjoy the sightseeing and jungle excursions.

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