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The 15 Best Chitwan National Park Tours & Safaris

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Chitwan is a flat green break between the valley and the hills, and the reason to go is the one-horned rhino. The 15 below compare jeep safaris, canoe runs and the Tharu village evenings, with what each lodge package actually includes.

Jungle Towernight Stay In Chitwan National Park ,nepal-2 Nights 3 Days Package - Jeep safari: the best chance to cover ground
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Jungle Towernight Stay In Chitwan National Park ,nepal-2 Nights 3 Days Package

1.Jungle Towernight Stay In Chitwan National Park ,nepal-2 Nights 3 Days Package

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 186 reviews · from $225Our pick

Spend three days in Chitwan National Park with one night in a jungle tower and one night in a deluxe hotel. Guides such as Gopal and Hemantha lead jeep safaris, canoe rides, jungle walks, and bird watching. Expect included meals, hot drinks, snacks, transport, and close encounters with rhinos, deer, crocodiles, and many bird species.

“The stay in the tower in the jungle and the package of other attractions was a great experience. Everything was perfectly organized, we had transport, guide care, food. We had an exciting walk in the jungle, we saw a lot of animals, including rhinos, elephant, deer, peacock, crocodiles. A great adventure.”

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3-Day Chitwan National Park Jungle Safari Tour Package with Pick Up - Your first afternoon: resort check-in and Tharu village life
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3-Day Chitwan National Park Jungle Safari Tour Package with Pick Up

2.3-Day Chitwan National Park Jungle Safari Tour Package with Pick Up

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 184 reviews · from $180

This three-day Chitwan package takes you from Kathmandu to a three-star resort near Sauraha for a Jeep safari, Rapti River canoe ride, jungle walk, birdwatching, Tharu village visit, and cultural show. National Park entry, six meals, two nights of lodging, and tourist-bus transfers are included. Pickup is available from Sauraha, Tadi, or Bharatpur Airport.

“I enjoyed this tour provided Welcome Nepal Treks Agency. Excellent service and overall value. As a female solo traveler, I felt very safe the whole time during the tour. Pick up and drop off on time. I didn’t enjoy the long bus ride due to motion sRead more”

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From Kathmandu/Pokhara: 3-Day All-Inclusive Chitwan Safari - Day 1: From the bus station to Sauraha
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From Kathmandu/Pokhara: 3-Day All-Inclusive Chitwan Safari

3.From Kathmandu/Pokhara: 3-Day All-Inclusive Chitwan Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 133 reviews · 3 days · from $149

Travel by tourist bus from Kathmandu or Pokhara to Sauraha for two nights at Eden Jungle Resort. With a small group of up to 10, you get a 4-hour Jeep safari, Rapti River canoe ride, Tharu dance show, village culture, and an elephant breeding center visit. Guides such as Laxman are especially good at spotting rhinos and birds.

“The whole trip was amazing!! Our guide was great and so knowledgeable and passionate about the park, he was great at spotting things the entire time. The hotel was also wonderful, the staff were super friendly. One in our group got sick and they were very accommodating and helpful at getting the right care. Definitely recommend.”

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Kathmandu: 3-Day Chitwan Safari Tour with Hotel Transfers - Day one: river sunset, Tharu culture, and a gentle start
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Kathmandu: 3-Day Chitwan Safari Tour with Hotel Transfers

4.3-Day Chitwan Safari Tour with Hotel Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 127 reviews · 3 days · from $151

Travel from Kathmandu to Chitwan for two nights at Safari Adventure Lodge, Hotel Park Land, or a similar property. Your English-speaking guide leads canoeing, a jungle walk, a jeep safari, village visits, and a Tharu dance program. Expect about a day and a half of wildlife activities, plus long road transfers and full-board meals.

“starting with a top transfer from hotel to chitwan and back, our booked Safari was awesome. The Hotel was very good, clean and the staff was very nice and attentiv. our guide for the Safari was very patient with every question and told us so much about the culture and the animals. He got a deep knowledge ablut his environment. We could definitely see that he loves his Job! We really recommend this trip. Only Thing missing was seeing a Tiger!”

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Kathmandu/Pokhara: 3 Day Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour - The long road from Kathmandu or Pokhara
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Kathmandu/Pokhara: 3 Day Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour

5.Kathmandu/Pokhara: 3 Day Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 87 reviews · 3 days · from $129

Spend three days in Chitwan National Park with pickup from Kathmandu or Pokhara, jungle jeep safaris, a Rapti River canoe ride, nature walks, birdwatching, a Tharu village visit, and meals at a jungle resort. Guides such as Babu are praised for spotting wildlife, while Rainbow Safari Resort provides a comfortable base.

“Truly an unforgettable experience! The hotel was very clean and the staff always kind and helpful. The guides were very knowledgeable and made every activity both interesting and safe. The safari was amazing, the canoe ride to see crocodiles exciting, and the jungle walk very special. The sunset over Chitwan National Park was simply magical. The package was well organized – highly recommended!”

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3 Nights 4 Days Chitwan National Park with Tower Night Stay - Day 1: Road transfer, Tharu village life, and sunset by the Rapti River
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3 Nights 4 Days Chitwan National Park with Tower Night Stay

6.3 Nights 4 Days Chitwan National Park with Tower Night Stay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · from $350

Travel from Kathmandu or Pokhara to Chitwan for jeep safaris, a Rapti River canoe ride, bird watching, jungle walks, and a Tharu culture show. You spend two nights in a deluxe room and one night in a wooden jungle tower with electricity, running water, and a western toilet. A nature guide leads the park activities.

“The hotel was great and the staff were very attentive. The tour guide was very patient and made sure we saw as many animals as possible. Tower night was an unforgettable experience! The tower was well equipped with electricity and running water plus a western toilet. Would highly recommend!”

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From Kathmandu/Pokhara: Private 3-Day Chitwan Safari Tour - Day 1: Bus transfer, Tharu culture, and a soft landing
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From Kathmandu/Pokhara: Private 3-Day Chitwan Safari Tour

7.From Kathmandu/Pokhara: Private 3-Day Chitwan Safari Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 34 reviews · from $168

Spend three days in Chitwan National Park with hotel transfers, tourist-bus transport, private lodging, meals, a guided jeep safari, Rapti River canoe ride, nature walk, Tharu cultural show, and elephant breeding center visit. Rhinos are a realistic hope, while tiger sightings remain a matter of luck.

“Everything was well organised. Pick up at the hotel to the bus station - bus station to Chitwan national Park - and to the hotel in chitwan. In the national park everything is run smoothly and the accommodation were good. The safari was amazing even if we were unlucky and did not see tigers. Would definitely have stayed one more day there !”

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2 Days Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour from Pokhara/Kathmandu - The 6:00 AM pickup and the road to Chitwan
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2 Days Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour from Pokhara/Kathmandu

8.2 Days Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour from Pokhara/Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 27 reviews · 2 days · from $117

Spend one night at Rainbow Safari Resort and explore Chitwan National Park by jeep and on foot. You get hotel pickup in Thamel or Lakeside Pokhara, an English-speaking guide, meals, a Tharu village visit, and a cultural dance. Expect long bus rides, simple timing, and better odds of seeing rhinos, crocodiles, deer, and birds than tigers.

“one night not enough two about right really good experience great staff and accommodation ,walk through jungle, canoe sail down croc infested river ,ride through jungle on safari truck all really well organized and informative saw many animals at quite close range well worth the trip and good value but got a private car back much better”

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12-Day Nepal Adventure Trek with Jungle Safari - The long road to Pokhara
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12-Day Nepal Adventure Trek with Jungle Safari

9.12-Day Nepal Adventure Trek with Jungle Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $950

You’ll visit Kathmandu’s major sacred sites, drive to Pokhara, trek five days through the Annapurna foothills to Poon Hill and Ghandruk, then trade mountain paths for Chitwan jungle walks, safari activities, bird watching, and Tharu culture. Guides such as Raj, Amrit, Ami, and Saroj have led departures, with groups capped at 14.

“Absolutely loved this tour!! I was not the fittest but was very accommodated by Raj and his porters. They were so lovely and helpful! I loved every bit of this tour and I highly recommend . I don’t think I can beat this holiday it was so good and thanks to this company. No rushing, great accom and food and tours.”

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From Kathmandu/Pokhara: 2, 3, or 4-Day Chitwan Jungle Safari - The road from Kathmandu or Pokhara
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From Kathmandu/Pokhara: 2, 3, or 4-Day Chitwan Jungle Safari

10.From Kathmandu/Pokhara: 2, 3, or 4-Day Chitwan Jungle Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 24 reviews · 2 - 4 days · from $35Best value

Spend 2 to 4 days in Chitwan National Park with an English or Hindi-speaking nature guide, jeep safari, canoe ride, jungle walk, birdwatching, and visits to elephant and gharial centers. Choose transport from Kathmandu or Pokhara, sleep at Hotel Rainforest, and add a night in a forest tower on the four-day plan.

“Först valde jag rätt säsong[låg]. Det visade sig genom egen chaufför och egen guide. Enda gästen på ett fantastiskt hotell. Tror ni de var måna om mig.😀. Bra information om programmet. Bästa bussföretaget känt för bra transport och bra taxikillar både till och från bussen . Kan varmt rekommendera GetYourGuide. Följer upp mig som kund fint från kontoret också.”

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8 Days Tour in Nepal - Kathmandu, Chitwan & Pokhara (3 & 4 Star) - The road to Chitwan trades city streets for rural Nepal
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8 Days Tour in Nepal – Kathmandu, Chitwan & Pokhara (3 & 4 Star)

11.8 Days Tour in Nepal – Kathmandu, Chitwan & Pokhara (3 & 4 Star)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $299

Spend eight days moving from Kathmandu’s temples to Chitwan’s jungle and Pokhara’s lakeside streets. Private group arrangements, English-speaking guides, breakfast, Chitwan full board, airport transfers, and 3 or 4-star hotels are included. Ask about guide assignments and consider upgrading to flights if long road journeys concern you.

“Super enjoyable trip, everything was taken care of! We never needed to worry about Abby details. Ram in Kathmandu was great! Even when we wanted to change thim up a bit he was super flexible. I did so much research for us too. Hari in Chitwan was also amazing. So blessed to have such great guides and organizers.”

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1 Night 2 Days Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour from Kathmandu - The resort arrival, lunch, and afternoon visits
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1 Night 2 Days Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour from Kathmandu

12.1 Night 2 Days Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour from Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 19 reviews · from $155

Leave Kathmandu at 6:30 am for Chitwan National Park by tourist bus. After lunch, visit a Tharu village, elephant stable, and sunset viewpoint with a Tharu stick dance. The next morning brings a jeep safari before the return bus. Ramesh and Resham are among the local staff praised for helpful service.

“Someone said there was no coordination between the bus and safari; in fact the safari is organised by the host, so they won't start the safari until people arrive at the resort. The safari was an interesting experience. The resort was quiet and rRead more”

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Chitwan: Full-Day Safari Canoeing and Jungle Walk and Jeep - Starting in Sauraha and getting organized
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Chitwan: Full-Day Safari Canoeing and Jungle Walk and Jeep

13.Full-Day Safari Canoeing and Jungle Walk and Jeep

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 10 hours · from $86

Spend 10 hours exploring Chitwan National Park by canoe, on foot, and by jeep. Guides such as Mohan, Ramu, and Shiva are praised for sharp wildlife spotting. The small group is limited to six, with lunch, park entry, transport, and pickup in Sauraha included. Jeep timing changes during monsoon.

“I had an amazing full-day safari in Chitwan. Everything was very well organised from start to finish. Suraj was the organiser and he was fantastic. He organised the whole day and answered all of my questions clearly and patiently, which made me feel very comfortable. Our guides, Mohan and Ramu, were excellent. They were so knowledgeable about the wildlife, jungle, and local area. You could really tell they love what they do. They explained everything in an easy and interesting way and made the experience feel special. The canoeing, jungle walk, and jeep safari were all incredible. We saw so much and felt very safe the entire time. I also…”

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Kathmandu/Pokhara: Wildlife, Culture and Jungle Safari Tour - The first evening: Tharu food and culture
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Kathmandu/Pokhara: Wildlife, Culture and Jungle Safari Tour

14.Kathmandu/Pokhara: Wildlife, Culture and Jungle Safari Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 17 reviews · 2 - 3 days · from $120

Travel by coach from Kathmandu or Pokhara to Sauraha for a two or three-day Chitwan program with Tharu dance, meals, jungle safari, canoeing, bird watching, a nature walk, and village visits. Your English-speaking guide leads the activities, with ranger Ram Babu named in the tour details. Choose a Jeep safari over the optional elephant ride if animal welfare matters to you.

“Alles verliep vlotjes! vervoer, verblijf, uitstap Chitwan! Goed verblijf met heel lekker eten! Boottocht zalig! deze trip absolute aanrader. goede bereikbaarheid van de organisatie ook.”

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Luxury Chitwan Jungle Safari Package (2Nights/3Days) Resort - Two nights at the resort
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Luxury Chitwan Jungle Safari Package (2Nights/3Days) Resort

15.Luxury Chitwan Jungle Safari Package (2Nights/3Days) Resort

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 16 reviews · 3 days · from $125

Spend three days in Chitwan National Park with resort lodging, meals, a 3-plus-hour jeep safari, jungle walks, canoeing on the Rapti River, bird watching, and visits to a Tharu village and elephant breeding center. Guides include Mr Yadav and Sameer. Transport from Kathmandu or Pokhara is included, but the bus ride can take about seven hours.

“Great! The hotel staff and the guides were super helpful and friendly.”

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