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Chitwan, to reiterate, comes
from the full name Chituwa Ban, meaning 'Leopard
Forest'. It is also believed to have originated
from Chitta Ban, or 'Heart or deep of the
jungle'. Another legend has it that the name of
this tropical valley comes from Sita Ban,
meaning 'Sita/s forest'. Sita was the consort of
Lord Ram, the hero of the great Hindu epic
Ramayana. Royal Chitwan National Park was
officially established in 1973. It was included
as a World Heritage Site in 1984 in recognition
of its focus on people-and-park harmony and the
contributions it has made to the replication
model on conservation and sustainable
development in Nepal and the world. The Park is
situated 140 kms south west of the Kathmandu
valley in the fertile Chitwan Valley. It covers
an area of approximately 932 sq. km. Two rivers,
Narayani and Rapti, drain the park. The park
covers sub-tropical jungles, elephant
grasslands, hilly areas and floodplains. With an
average rainfall of about 2,400-mm annually, the
Royal Chitwan National Park is a paradise for
animals and birds. Some of the rare species of
animals found there are the Asian one horned
rhino, gharial and mugger crocodiles, leopard,
and the rare Royal Bengal tiger. Chitwan is also
a sanctuary for more than 450 species of birds.
It is also a favorite transit territory for
migratory birds such as cranes and ducks which
come here, some from as far as Siberia and
Tibet, to inhabit the numerous lakes and ponds
of the park and its range in the winter months.
This makes the park a perfect host for bird
watchers and nature lovers.
Kathmandu/Chitwan - 5 Nights/6 Days |
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Days 01 : Arrive
Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu.
Welcome & assistance on arrive at Airport then
transfer to Hotel. Hotel check in. Over night
stay at Hotel.
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Days 02 : Kathmandu
Breakfast at Hotel. Full day sightseeing
including
AM: Visit 2000 years old Buddhist shrine
Swyambhunath, situated on the top of the hill
west of the city the most popular and instantly
recognizable symbols of Nepal. The temple is
colloquially known as the “Monkey Temple”. There
are many small buildings and shrines down the
hillside behind Swayambhunath. Explore the
colorful Kathmandu Durbar Square- The Old Royal
Palace of Kathmandu, Temple of living goddess
Kumari, the Jagannath temple, 17th century
temple known for colorfully painted erotic
carvings, Kasthmandap temple a three story
temple built from a single tree in 12th century.
Lunch: 1300hrs- 1400hrs
PM: Visit Pashupatinath temple one of the most
sacred Hindu shrine in the World. The holy river
Bagmati and the burning ghats and also visit one
of the oldest and biggest stupa of Boudhanath.
Overnight stay at Hotel.
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Days 03 : Chitwan National Park.
Fly (35 minutes) or Drive (6 hrs drive) from
Kathmandu to Chitwan National Park. Arrive
Chitwan National Park. Transfer to the lodge
followed by refreshments and a briefing about
the Programme and the lodge facilities. Lunch. A
talk on the elephants by the naturalists at the
elephant stable. Jungle safari on the Elephant
back. A slide show presentation about the
natural history & flora & fauna of the national
park. Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.
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Days 04 : Chitwan National Park.
Full day jungle activities including Nature
walk, Elephant Safari, Canoeing, Bird watching,
Tharu culture dance program etc. Overnight stay
at Lodge.
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Days 05 : Kathmandu
Early morning wake up call and Nature walk.
After breakfast, fly or drive back to Kathmandu.
Arrive Kathmandu. Hotel check in.
Lunch either on the way to Kathmandu if
traveling by road or at Kathmandu if flying.
PM: Patan is often referred to as Lalitpur,
which means “city of beauty”. Patan has a long
Buddhist History and the four corners of the
city are marked by Stupas erected by the great
Buddhist emperor Ashoka around 250 BCE.
Visit Patan City second largest city of valley
including Royal Palace, Bhimsen temple, Manga
Hiti, King Yogaendra Malla’s Statue, Krishna
temple, Taleju temple 15th century Golden Temple
and Mahaboudha Temple known as temple of 10,000
Buddha, Kumbeshwar Temple. Bishwakarma Temple,
Uma Maheshwar Temple. Overnight stay at the
Hotel.
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Days 06 : Kathmandu
Breakfast at Hotel. Free time till departure to
Airport
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There are other tour packages are also
available. We are open to organize any tour
package as your interest, time and money. So
please feel free to email us to make a tailor
made package as your requirement. Thank you.
What to bring:
• Binoculars add greatly to your enjoyment for
bird and wildlife viewing.
• Neutral coloured clothing is recommended for a
visit to the jungle.
• Light clothing is needed for day time with a
sweater and warm jacket for the evenings from
November to March.
• Pants / Trousers are recommended for elephant
safari.
• Comfortable walking shoes, sun hat, sunglasses
etc. are essential. Insect repellent and
personal medical requirements should be carried.
• We suggest guests travel light bringing only
one small suitcase or duffle bag.
• During the warmer months swimming suits are
recommended.
• A Small flash light is recommended.
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