4 Days 3Nights Jungle Safari in Bardia National Park encompasses the activities that will take travelers into nature and wilderness with chances of encountering diverse flora and fauna in the most appropriate way. Jungle Safari in Bardia National Park also offers travelers the chance of engaging with the local community people, the Tharu, and their lifestyle and culture.
Jungle Safari in Bardia National Park especially takes a traverse to the Tigers' territory and offers knowledge of the Tigers' habitat, prey, and the way the park tracks them. Additionally, the park provides natural space to various species of birds, reptiles, mammals, fish, crocodiles, and Gangetic dolphins. You will be enjoying the surroundings, the Karnali River, and the golden magic of sunset at the bank of the Karnali River.
Besides, the Museum and the Tharu cultural performance and lifestyle are observed by visitors. The Tharu are an ethnic community native to the area and one of the indigenous groups of Nepal. Handicrafts created by the Tharu community are available as souvenirs.
You will fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj and drive to Bardia National Park. From the day you reach Bardia National Park until the day you leave, Nepal Adventure Team has organized a generous schedule and programs to see most of the beauty of Bardia National Park. Nepal Adventure Team makes sure that travelers explore the nook and corner of Bardia National Park within the available period of time. We also provide various options to customize the journey of a 4Days 3-night Jungle Safari in Bardia National Park.
Bardia National Park
Bardia National Park covers 968 sq. km in the lowland Terai region of Nepal. Bardia National Park is situated in the western Terai of Nepal and was established to protect the representative ecosystems and conserve the habitat of the tiger and its prey species. Initially, it was established as Karnali Wildlife Reserve with a small area by shifting 1500 households from Babai Valley. The relocation of households was made for the flourishing of reserves, vegetation, and wildlife. Later, it was named Bardia Wildlife Reserve and upgraded to Bardia National Park in 1988.
Then, one-horned rhinos were relocated from Chitwan National Park to Bardia National Park. The area of 327 sq km is declared as a buffer zone and jointly managed by the park and local communities. Bardia National Park is circumscribed by the Karnali River in the west, the Churia runs in the north, and the Babai River runs directly through.
Babai Valley of Bardia National Park
Babai Valley is a pristine valley characterized by rich biodiversity with wooded grassland and riverine forest. Babai Valley is extended from Parewa Odar to Chepang Bridge, which was added to the park in 1984. The translocated One-horned rhinoceros from Chitwan National Park were introduced to the Babi Valley.
Babai Valley was the habitat of local people and was shifted to create Bardia National Park. Around 1500 households residing in Babai Valley were shifted and vacated to nurture vegetation and wildlife. The contribution of the locals of Babai Valley is highly appreciable in promoting Bardia National Park and the conservation of nature.
Flora and Fauna of Bardia National Park
Bardia National Park offers vast wilderness and a diversity of wildlife, vegetation, and a balance of the ecosystem. 70% of forests are covered with sal trees, a mixture of grassland and riverine forest. The eastern part of Bardia National Park provides luxurious forests as a good habitat and corridor for several wildlife species. The Karnali River and Babai River, flowing through Bardia National Park, are the home of the endangered gharial crocodile, marsh mugger, and Gangetic dolphin. The riverine forest along the shore is the prime habitat for birds like herons, egrets, black-necked storks, and little pratincole.
Bardia National Park is home to endangered animals such as the Royal Bengal Tiger, wild elephant, one-horned rhinoceros, swamp deer, and blackbuck, as well as endangered birds such as Bengal florican, lesser florican, and Sarus crane. More than 30 mammals, over 230 species of birds, and several species of snakes, lizards,s, and fish have been recorded in Bardia National Park. Every year, several migratory birds visit the park.
Best Season for Bardia National Park Jungle Safari
Usually, Bardia National Park faces three distinct seasons: winter, summer, and monsoon.
During summer (April - June), the area is extremely hot with temperatures reaching up to 45 degrees Celsius. However, the migration of birds usually peaks during March. The beginning of summer showcases the growth and blossoming of the vegetation and flora of the area.
Monsoon starts from July until September with heavy and frequent rainfall, resulting in floods in the river. It has high humidity along with quite high temperatures. The rain makes the trails and areas wet and creates difficulty in traversing and exploring the area. Otherwise, Monsoon nourishes the vegetation of Bardia National Park to grow wild, huge, and dense. On a sunny day, you can enjoy the lush jungle and area colored with greenery and flowers.
From October to April, Bardia National Park experiences the winter season with clear skies and dry weather, and nights are cool and pleasant. The weather is favorable for touring around and having a jungle safari due to its mild warmth and dryness. Many migratory birds can also be seen.
You can choose to have a Bardia National Park jungle safari as per your weather preferences and interest in flora and fauna.
Highlights
- Traversing through Tiger territory, a famous homeland for Tigers
- The largest national park of the lowland Terai region of Nepal
- Jungle Safari and Bird watching through Bardia National Park
- Home to endangered animals such as the Royal Bengal Tiger, wild elephant, one-horned rhinoceros, swamp deer, and blackbuck, as well as endangered birds such as the Bengal florican, lesser florican, and Sarus crane
- Home to diverse fish, including the endangered Gharial crocodile, marsh mugger, and Gangetic dolphin
- Buffer Zone
- Boating on the Karnali River and traversing around the Karnali River
- Exploration of the lowland and Lifestyle of the Terai region of Nepal
