Wild Nepal

Typical Itinerary

1. Day 1: Fly to Nepal

   Depart on your overnight flight, beginning your family adventure to Nepal.

2. Day 2: Arrive in Kathmandu

   Upon arrival, meet with your guide and transfer to your hotel. Settle in and enjoy your first taste of Nepal’s vibrant capital

3. Day 3: Kathmandu to Lumbini

   Leave the busy Kathmandu Valley behind and travel west to peaceful Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha. Settle into your hotel and enjoy some time to relax, or explore the tranquil gardens and surrounding wetlands.

4. Day 4: Discover Lumbini & Jagdishpur Wetlands

   Explore the sacred sites of Lumbini, including Maya Devi Temple, the Ashoka Pillar and the colourful Monastic Zone. Later, head to Jagdishpur Reservoir, an important wetland and haven for hundreds of bird species.

5. Day 5: Journey to Bardia National Park

   Continue into the Terai plains and towards the remote wilderness of Bardia National Park. Settle into your lodge and enjoy your first glimpse of the forests and grasslands that are home to some of Nepal’s most exciting wildlife.

6. Day 6: Wildlife Safari in Bardia

   Get ready for a full day of wildlife adventure in Bardia National Park. Explore the wilderness by jeep with an expert guide, looking out for rhinos, wild elephants, deer, monkeys and, with luck, the elusive Bengal tiger.

7. Day 7: Birds, Tracks & Hidden Wilderness

   Slow things down today as your naturalist guide reveals Bardia’s fascinating smaller wonders. Search for colourful birds, follow animal tracks and explore the park’s quieter corners on foot or around its rivers and forests.

8. Day 8: Bardia to Chitwan National Park

   Today you travel to Chitwan National Park, another of Nepal’s wildlife-rich wilderness areas. Settle into your lodge and learn about the exciting jungle adventures ahead.

9. Day 9: Jungle Adventures in Chitwan

   Explore Chitwan on foot and by jeep, searching for rhinos, deer, monkeys, wild boar and colourful birdlife. Learn to spot animal tracks and signs before enjoying a traditional Tharu cultural performance in the evening.

10. Day 10: Safari & River Adventure

    Continue your Chitwan adventure with a jeep safari through forests and grasslands before taking to the river. Look out for crocodiles, kingfishers and other wildlife along the banks, then enjoy a relaxing sundowner surrounded by the sounds of the jungle.

11. Day 11: Chitwan to Kathmandu

    Leave Chitwan behind and journey back to Kathmandu. Enjoy a free afternoon for sightseeing, exploring the markets, or picking up some last-minute souvenirs.

12. Day 12: Fly Home

    After breakfast, transfer to Kathmandu Airport for your return flights to the UK, taking home memories of Nepal’s wildlife, landscapes and fascinating cultures.

13. Days 11-13 : OPTIONAL EXTENSION: Pokhara & Annapurna Foothills

    Add extra adventure to your Nepal journey with an extension to beautiful Pokhara and the Annapurna foothills. Relax beside peaceful Phewa Lake, enjoy spectacular Himalayan views from Sarangkot and discover the countryside on gentle walks through traditional villages and terraced fields. Choose from a range of experiences, including a scenic boat ride, visits to waterfalls and caves, or active excursions into the foothills.

    With its combination of dramatic mountain scenery, outdoor adventures and laid-back lakeside atmosphere, Pokhara offers a wonderful change of pace and a memorable finale to your Nepal wildlife adventure. For more information on extending your holiday, contact our friendly team.