Tour Overview

The 1 Night / 2 Days Chitwan Jungle Safari is a perfectly paced short escape for travellers who want to experience Nepal’s lowland wilderness within a limited timeframe. Based at Jungle Villa Resort, a deluxe riverside retreat located on the northern edge of Chitwan National Park, this package combines comfort, nature, and cultural discovery in a seamless experience.

Guests are welcomed with a briefing and leisurely lunch before heading out for a serene canoe ride along the Rapti River, offering close encounters with aquatic birds, gharial crocodiles, and riverbank wildlife. Evenings are relaxed with a sundowner by the river, followed by either an engaging wildlife presentation or a traditional Tharu cultural dance, giving insight into the park’s ecology and local heritage. The journey concludes with a guided Tharu village walk the next morning, allowing guests to understand indigenous lifestyles before departure.

Tour Highlights

  • Scenic canoeing on the Rapti River with birdlife and crocodile sightings
  • Visit to the Crocodile Conservation Project
  • Sundowner and happy hour by the riverside deck
  • Wildlife presentation or Tharu cultural dance experience
  • Cultural insight into Chitwan National Park and its biodiversity

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Itinerary

Elevation: 383m

On arrival at the resort, guests receive a short program briefing and are assigned their rooms.

12:30 pm — Lunch

2:30 pm — Canoeing: Traditional Patela boat tour along the Rapti River with aquatic birds, Gharials, and other animals on the river banks. Approximately 45 minutes.

5:00 pm — Happy hour and Sundowner: Enjoy the peaceful river view from the resort deck.

6:30 pm — Exhibition on Chitwan: A Wildlife Paradise: Wildlife expert presentation about Chitwan National Park, its wildlife, and history.

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Tharu Cultural Dance: Local Tharus showcase their traditional Tharu stick dance, an age-old tradition performed during religious festivals.

7:30 pm — Dinner

Overnight: Jungle Villa Resort, Chitwan

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Elevation:

6:30 am — Wake-up call

Tharu Village Walk: Stroll through the local Tharu village with the naturalist, visiting the Tharu Cultural Museum to learn about the social and cultural aspects of this indigenous community. Duration: 2-3 hours.

8:00 am — Breakfast

9:30 am — Departure: Guests may depart to their next destination. The reception desk assists with bookings for flights, bus, or jeep hires.

Overnight:

Meals: Breakfast

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What's included

  • 1 night accommodation at Jungle Villa Resort
  • All meals (lunch, dinner, breakfast)
  • Canoeing experience on the Rapti River
  • Crocodile Conservation Project visit
  • Cultural programme or wildlife presentation
  • Services of an expert naturalist guide

What's excluded

  • Transportation to and from Chitwan
  • Personal expenses and bar bills
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for guides and staff
  • Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary

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US$161

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