Chitwan Facts

Chitwan Facts – Know before confirming your Jungle Safari in Nepal

Chitwan Jungle Safari is a popular activity in the Chitwan National park of southern Nepal. It falls within the tropical forest of lower plains bordering India. There are several queries as Chitwan Facts in the list. The general queries try to address the common question travelers know before visiting the park. Most of the travelers visiting Nepal choose the Chitwan as an extended tour with other Nepal Trips. Generally, it is a part of the Nepal Cultural tour and Nepal Heritage tour. Besides that, it is a relaxing destination after a long or short trek in Nepal Himalayas.

How long does it take to get to Chitwan National Park?

The easiest way to reach Chitwan National Park is by tourist bus/AC bus from Kathmandu with a drive of approximately 6-7 hours. Buses leave the Nayabazar, near Thamel in Kathmandu at around 7 am. From Pokhara, tourist buses will take 7 hours and depart from the tourist bus stand at 6.30 am.

How far is Chitwan from Pokhara?

The approximate distance between Pokhara and Chitwan is 147 km and can be reached in a 5 to 6-hour drive. You can either join the Chitwan Jungle Safari after or before your trekking trip in Annapurna Region. It will be a good decision to relax with a wildlife Safari either with a short trek like Ghorepani Poon Hill or a long trek like Annapurna Circuit hiking.

Is there any discount for a Child?

You will have a child discount offers. Child below four years is freely allowed to enter whereas those below 10, need to pay 70% of the Adult Price. A child above 10 years has to pay the full fee.

How long will it take the bus from Kathmandu to Chitwan? Is it the same time from Chitwan to Pokhara?

The exact time for a drive from Kathmandu to Chitwan is just 5 hours but due to highway traffic, it will take approximately 6-7 hours. In normal conditions, the Tourist Bus from Pokhara will take you to Chitwan in around 5-6 hours.

Is there an internet facility with free WI-FI in the Lodge?

Most of the lodges/resorts/hotels we use have internet facilities with FREE Wi-Fi.

Is it safe to travel by Road?

Traveling by road in Nepal is safe, especially by tourist coaches is completely safe. However, we suggest that you take a Private Vehicle for a more reliable and convenient journey.

Do you provide a pick-up from Bus Station?

We do have a pickup service for travelers traveling by bus. One of a representative from Oriental Journeys comes to pick you up at Sauraha Bus Station for FREE. In the same way, we have dropped off the facility at the Bus station at Sauraha.

How far are the Chitwan and Sauraha?

Chitwan National Park is located in the Chitwan district. Sauraha is a small village and tourist hub near the National Park where most of the hotels/resorts are located. The Bus from Pokhara and Kathmandu drop travelers at the Sauraha bus stand.

Chitwan Facts: Activities

Can everyone enjoy Elephant Bath?

Especially, travelers visiting Chitwan National Park during the months of Summer can see and enjoy Elephant Bath. However, during monsoons and winter, you can not participate due to cold water and a high level of water in the river.

Are all safari activities carried inside the National Park?

Activities other than the Elephant back Safari, are carried out inside the Chitwan National Park. Elephant Back Safari is done in Community Forest near Sauraha.

Is it possible to enjoy the Jeep Safari throughout the year?

The best way of enjoying the wildlife of Chitwan National Park is through Jeep Safari. The Jeep Safaris in Chitwan National Park are conducted from the 1st week of October till the end of June. However, Jeep Safari in Bishajari Taal (20,000 Lake) is possible throughout the year.

What about Chitwan Facts regarding accommodation? What standards of hotels can I expect during Wildlife Jungle Safari in Chitwan National Park?

Depending upon your budget, the different standards of Hotels and resorts are available in the Sauraha area of Chitwan National Park. However, Oriental Journeys provides its travelers with a Tourist standard accommodation. The accommodations have A/C and will provide you with all the meals in a packaged trip.

What are the foods that I can expect during Chitwan Jungle Safari?

Normally, the lodge provides meals in a buffet with a variety of. If there are a minimum of guests they have to serve then you can choose from the menu also. The menu has always a choice of American, Mexican, Chinese, Indian, and Nepali food.

Chitwan Facts: Facilities

What is the best season to go for Chitwan Jungle Safari?

People visit Chitwan throughout the year. However, February to Mid June and September to December are the best time to go for Chitwan Jungle Safari. Compared to Kathmandu and Pokhara, Chitwan lies at a lower altitude with a warm temperature during the wintertime.

Is it hot in Chitwan? What temperature can we expect in Chitwan National Park?

Since the national park lies at a lower elevation, it is a bit warmer than Kathmandu and Pokhara. But, the region is colder during the winter months (December – February). It is generally misty with much humid air.

What about electricity? Can I charge my phone, iPod, digital camera, or batteries?

The lodges in Sauraha and Chitwan areas are equipped with electricity facilities. You can easily get them recharged. We advise bringing a charger and adapter with it. You can easily buy one in local shops to fit your gadgets.

Can I buy a Local Sim card? How about the telephone Calls?

Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, you can get a Nepali Sim card or you can easily get it from shops near your hotel at Thamel and Sauraha, Chitwan. Two telecommunication companies distributing sim cards for tourists are Nepal Telecom and NCell. You need to present a copy of your passport and a passport-size photo to get a shimmed card. You can use a volume-based internet with a sim card and make calls. It will charge normal call charges. Additionally, you can use telephones from the hotel you will be staying in.

How much money should I carry as an additional?

Regarding the Chitwan Wildlife Jungle Safari trip, three accommodations and meals in a day are included during your stay in Chitwan. However, you may need extra money for your expenses and the drinks depending upon your drinking and spending habits. Generally, USD 10 to 15 will be sufficient for a day.

How will we get drinking water during Chitwan Jungle Safari? Is it safe to drink tap water? Shall I have to bring water-purifying tablets/filters?

Tap water is not recommended to drink freely. The bus on the way to Chitwan and Kathmandu will serve you a bottle of sealed drinking water. The hotel will serve you bottled water per day per person. Additionally, you can buy a bottle of water  You can buy a bottle of water with a cost of NPR 30 per bottle.

What about the extra night stay in Chitwan? Can I add an extra day to the packaged trip on your website?

Yes, you can stay an extra day by paying additional costs on top of the package cost. The extra cost should cover the salary for guides, accommodation, and food. Besides the set activities, we can add extra activities for the additional day.