Chitwan National Park Extension

Chitwan National Park is probably the world’s best habitat for the rare Bengal Tiger and the One-horned Rhinoceros. Ride elephants in search of these animals and the hundreds of other animals and birds found here. Almost 700 sq. miles of lush riverine grasslands and subtropical forests await your exploration. Once a Royal Hunting Preserve, Chitwan has steadily expanded with ever-improving protection against encroachment and poaching. Now there is no hunting and populations of rhinos and tigers have reached levels where transplanting to other sites can take place. Recent estimates place the rhino population at 350, about a third of the world population total, and the tiger population at about 100. The park is also a primary sanctuary for the endangered Gharial Crocodile and Marsh Mugger Crocodile. The elevation here is only about 490 ft. above sea level, though on clear days you can see the Himalayan peaks. We suggest accommodations at Temple Tiger or Tiger Tops. most travelers fly to and from Kathmandu on daily flights. Chitwan National Park is one of the best places in South Asia for a wilderness big game safari adventure.