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Bird watching in Nepal (Bardiya National Park)

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Other languages on request: German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Russian
Group Size 2 - 10
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Arrival in Kathmandu

    You'll arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport and meet your company representative who handles your transfer to the hotel by private car. The drive takes about 30 minutes depending on traffic conditions. Once you check in, there's plenty of time to relax and get settled in your room.

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    त्रिभुवन अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Arrival Terminal, 08:00 - 18:00)
    Landmarks
    Tribhuvan International Airport
  2. Day 2

    Kathmandu to Thakurdwar

    After breakfast, you'll catch a direct 1-hour flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj. From there, the drive to Thakurdwar takes roughly 2 hours, and you'll see some nice views of the mid-western region along the way. Check into your hotel and spend the evening walking around the village while learning about Tharu culture.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walking exploration of Thakurdwar village
    • Tharu culture and way of life observation
    Landmarks
    Nepalgunj Airport
    Karnali River
  3. Day 3

    Wildlife Safaris

    This morning starts with breakfast before a 2 to 3-hour walking safari along the Karnali River banks to look for wildlife. After lunch, you'll head out on a daytime jeep safari through Bardiya National Park to see the vegetation and spot animals. By evening you're back at the resort.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walking safari along Karnali River (approximately 2 to 3 hours)
    • Daytime jeep safari within Bardiya National Park
    Landmarks
    Bardiya National Park
    Karnali River
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  4. Day 4

    Elephant Safari and Rafting in Bardiya

    An early breakfast gets you ready for the morning elephant back safari, where you'll search for Bengal Tigers and other endangered species while taking in the local flora and fauna. Later in the evening, you'll go rafting to see dolphins and Gharials, with a chance to swim if conditions permit. You'll stay at the resort overnight.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Elephant Back safari to explore Bengal Tiger and endangered species
    • Evening rafting to encounter dolphins and Gharials

    Optional Activities

    • Swimming during rafting (if conditions permit)
    Landmarks
    Bardiya National Park
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  5. Day 5

    Bird Watching and Tharu Cultural Experience

    Start with breakfast and then do some early morning bird watching around the area. You'll explore the surrounding village to spot different bird species and spend time with local people, picking up information about Tharu culture and how they live. In the evening, the Tharu community performs a cultural dance program for you. Another night at the resort.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Bird watching in early morning
    • Village exploration and local community interaction
    • Cultural Dance program by Tharu community
    Landmarks
    Bardiya National Park
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  6. Day 6

    Return to Kathmandu

    After breakfast you'll leave Bardiya National Park and travel back to Kathmandu. Your afternoon is free, so if you'd like to check out some sights and attractions around the Kathmandu Valley, that option is yours. Spend the night back at your hotel in Kathmandu.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Explore sights and attractions of Kathmandu Valley
    Landmarks
    Kathmandu Valley
  7. Day 7

    Departure from Kathmandu

    Your representative meets you at the hotel and takes you to the airport, timing everything around your flight schedule. Then you depart Kathmandu and head home.

    End point
    त्रिभुवन अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Tribhuvan International Airport)
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    Tribhuvan International Airport
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    · June 5th, 2023
    I could not have been more impressed by Swotah travel. In every way they were superb from the initial enquiries back in 2019 when we had to cancel for personal reasons and the COVID situation. Lesia replied to our enquiries very promptly and clearly. Once in Nepal everything went very smoothly. All transportation from the moment we arrived right through transport to Bardia and then on to Pokhara were flawlessly arranged. Swotah had chosen a good lodge in the park, with an outstanding guide, helpful and friendly staff and great food (the chicken curry was outstanding). Being able to discuss our plans with Ajayi the evening we arrived was so hopeful. Thanks are due, too, to Responsible Travel for suggesting Swotah. I would highly recommend Swotah and would always be happy to communicate with any potential customers and tell them Swotah is the best Phil and Ruth Dodd, UK
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    Dear Phil and Ruth, Thank you so much for your wonderful and detailed review. We truly appreciate your kind words and are honoured to have been part of your bird-watching adventure in Nepal. We hope to welcome you back soon for more incredible journeys... Show more
    Trip date: March 2023
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    · May 17th, 2018
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    Thank you for taking time to share your experience with our fellow travelers. Much appreciated. Hope to see you soon in Nepal for your next adventure.
    Trip date: May 2018

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