5 days Bardiya Tour

Why the Bardiya tour?

The Bardiya Tour offers us the unparalleled beauty of nature, standing apart from Nepal’s highly travelled destinations. There are many reasons to visit, such as it being less crowded and mostly untouched, with a fully protected area. The Terai landscape features a dense Sal forest, home to various species, and the longest flowing river in the national park.

The rich wildlife viewing with a variety of animals, including a large number of Bengal tigers, rhinos,s, and Asian elephants. The Karnali River shows the endangered dolphins and can be observed by the 400 different birds, including the rare Bengal florican.

The Bardiya Tour itinerary packs a thrilling experience with the deep jungle jeep safari into the conservation area. The sunset sitting on the river cruises, spotting different species of birds and animals. The cultural beauty makes it the place to visit and learn about the culture and the old tradition, and the spiritual belief.

The place must be visited to see conservation success stories like the rhino translocation program and community-based conservation efforts. The place provides a wildlife experience with cultural depth, offering natural beauty.

Adventurous activities

Bardiya tour provides us with breathtaking beauty and adventurous activities. Jeep safaris and tiger tracking show the deep beauty of the park. We can search for the Bengal tiger, one-horned rhinos, and wild elephants on a jeep safari. We can do a full day safari for up to 10 hours, which covers all the distant areas, giving the chance to spot different rare endangered animals.

Elephant safaris are famous on this tour. Visitors can see the view of the jungle by sitting on the elephant. The elephant breeding center, where visitors can see elephants bathing and following the command of the local people, is also one of the adventures in the Bardiya national who is always there to promote the animal number.

River rafting in the Karnali River gives a thrilling experience can also observe the crocodile and the endangered Gangetic dolphin. There are different trips, like riverside camping under starry skies. The night camping and treehouse stay, which gives a thrilling touch to the Bardiya tour. The stay offers us to spot the deer or even a passing tiger.

The breathtaking view of different species of herbal plants and rare animals can be targeted in the morning during the jeep safaris. There are different species of plants and animals that we can observe by following the adventure activities in the Bardiya visit.

The night camping also includes the Tharu cultural dance, and you can taste their local dishes like ghonghi curry. The national park is crowd-free with full of adventure. The activities to find the tiger and many other wildlife add an adventurous touch to the tour.

The adventure that we get in this Bardiya tour makes the tour special and memorable. The animal spotting is the best adventure, and the guide provides all the knowledge of the animal species found in the Bardiya National Park. The tour helps us to learn the cultural activities of the Tharuaru community, which is also an adventure.

Cultural beauty

The Bardiya tour gives the treasure of the cultural heritage of the Tharu people, who have lived for centuries. Their traditional belief, architecture, and way of living add a cultural dimension to the tour. The Tharu community is the guardian of the Terai region, who develop a unique culture that can be easily adopted in the environment of the jungle. The Tharu people have their unique way of building houses with mud walls and thatched roofs, which holds the traditional value and is made with spiritual belief to survive in the forest environment.

The hospitality provided in the Bardiya tour is warm, with different cultural activities. The tour contains the welcome with the traditional stick dance and the peacock dance performed in the beat of the drum used in festivals.

The old way of bamboo craft to make the baskets, mats, and fishing tools shows the beauty. The people living there worship the forest and rivers, believing in the power of nature. The animistic tradition helps to preserve the harmony of the wildlife, making an effort to preserve the beauty of Bardiya.

The evening jungle lodge bonfire camping features a storytelling session where the elders share the folktales of animals and the spirits of the jungle. The local people warmly welcome guests with a traditional deuda dance is a lively group performance, and also teach the visitors about the value of dance and invite them to dance together.

The Bardiya tour not only provides the beauty of wildlife but also provides the values of culture. The trip makes the visitor learn about the way of traditional farming of the Tharu community.

Floras and Faunas

Bardiya tour encompasses Bardiya National Park is Nepal’s largest and heavenly Terai wilderness with a diverse ecosystem, from plain grassland to the deep forest. The biodiversity hotspot has rare wildlife with rare flora, making the place a must-visit destination for nature lovers. Bardiya tour provides visitors with the unmatchable beauty of nature and the species of wildlife. The place tells us how to conserve the flora and fauna and maintain the diversity of the Bardiya region.

Flora: plants of the region

Bardiya tour encompassing the Bardiya National Park is rich in terrain and the species of plants. The park is 70% covered with the forest of the sal (Shorea robusta) trees. The riverine forest beauty can be observed with the Karnali and Babai rivers, with different species like Dalbergia sissoo, Syzygium cumini, and Acacia catechu, which add to he beauty of the tour.

The grassland plays a vital role for herbivorous animals survival with the help of the tall grass for elephants and kans grass providing grazing for the rhinos and deer. The food and survival basic needs of animals can be maintained by the grassland.

The Bardiya National Park is rich in flora there are 839 species of plants, including 140 dicots, 6 ferns, 1 gymnosperm, and 26 monocots, which is a reason for the rich biodiversity and the survival of the wildlife. The plant plays an important role to run the life cycles of all the animals.

The beauty starts with the species of plant in the Bardiya tour. There are medicinal herbs that are used by the Aru community for medicine. The rivers’  flow helps the aquatic and terrestrial wildlife to survive at Bardiya National Park. The sal forest can be said as the backbone of vegetation in the BardiyNational Parkrk.

Fauna: animals of the region

Bardiya tour encompasses the Bardiya National Park is a biodiversity hotspot of different animals where there are large species of animals live. The national park is the home of 53 mammal species also including the second-largest population include 125 number of Bengal tigers and a large number of one-horned rhinos, with 73 individuals.

The tour also helps us to see the Asian elephant, swamp deer, and blackbucks, along with the leopard and sloth bear are the animals. The Bardiya National Park loves to conserve the endangered animals and shows them to the visitors.

Nepal is a country covered with the greenery and beauty of dense forests, and different species of animals are available. The Karnali River helps the life of aquatic animals like endangered Gangetic dolphins and two species of crocodile gharial and the marsh mugger.

There are over 400 species of birds available in Bardiya National Park. Bardiya tours show us how to maintain the animal care breeding process and keep them in a friendly environment. There is a smaller fauna, like the rusty-spotted cat, fishing cat, all are rare and preserved in the environment.

The habitats of the Bardiya are ideal and special, which makes the region rich in ecology. The spices of animals seen on the tour make the journey memorable and special.

Forest activities

The different activities during the Bardiya tour, which entertain us, are provided by 70 percent of the Bardiya National Park forest, which also gives spiritual vibes. The Bardiya tour shows us the largest terai wildlife, which offers an immersive jungle experience with different forest-based activities. The national park provides us with the unparalleled opportunity to explore the beauty.

The jungle safari in the Bardiya tour with the help of a jeep and an elephant, with the guide, offers us the riverine forest, open grassland, and sal-dominated woodland. There is a chance to see the Bengal tiger, one-horned rhinos, wild elephants roaming near the Babai river, leopards, sloth bears, and deer are the animals seen during the forest activities.

The best experience in the forest activities is the guided jungle walk, where the visitors observe the pugmarks, scat, alarm calls, and also explore riverbanks and waterholes with the help of an armed guide with full permits. The walk is particularly rewarding, and you can see the active animals during the cold hour.

The bird watching in Bardiya is a paradise for bird lovers. The key forest activities to spot birds are seeing the kingfisher, hornbill, and the rare Bengal florican while walking in the riverine forest, where the guide helps us to identify the species.

The Karnali River, which is the longest free-flowing river that flows through he forest and offers boat cruises to see the dolphins, crocodiles, and muggers. Also can catch the mahseer fish and release them in the water. The night forest camping is the best in the anti-poaching area.

The national park forest management tries to maintain the number of animals in order to keep the place untouched. The forest activities can be enjoyed with the cultural experience in the Bardiya tour.

Food and cuisines

The Bardiya tour not just gives us the terai beauty but also gives us the chance to encounter the traditional Tharu people’s food and the flavor of the lowland. The Tharu people have developed a cuisine that supports the forest environment and also provides authentic food tastes with local ingredients. The resort available there provides us with the authentic terai region flavor.

There is different food like ghonghi curry, which is the most famous dish of the Tharu community. This spicy curry is prepared using local garlic, ginger, and blended masala, which is best for adventurous foodies. The bhakais are he pancake cakes for breakfast, which are offered with the tomato chutney or with potato curry. The sour taste makes the food wonderfully refreshing in the heat of the terai.

The sidhara is the disk made from small dried fish and taro leaves, typically fried, which is served with the rice. The dish preserves the culture of the terai region also gives the local taste and local flavor for the visitor.

The jungle resort offers the Nepali classic food, dal bhat tarkari, the prominent dish of Nepal, eaten everywhere in Nepal, with the seasonal vegetables available in the region. The jungle barbecues feature fresh river fish, chicken, and goat marinated in spices.

The visitor can taste wild honey with roti in morning tea. The food gives a fully Nepali, authentic taste and adds beauty to the tour, and makes the taste flourish among the visitors. The food plays a vital role in increasing the beauty with a warm welcome.

Accommodation in the Bardiya tour

The Bardiya tour offers lodging facilities, from a luxury jungle lodge to a budget-friendly homestay, to rest after observing the beauty of the national park. The place is full of luxury to provide a good and warm welcome with spacious rooms, guided safaris.

There are lodges inside the national park which provide private terraces and river views. The lodge offers an affordable price with high facilities and beauty. The Babai Resort is a luxury retreat with a swimming pool, spa, and different facilities.. The resort also offers a safari.

There are every price range lodge and resort which provide a warm welcome to visitors in order to make them comfortable. They provide the cultural and traditional dances in the tour to make the place feel special and to preserve the culture.

The visitor can try the traditional Tharu dress in the resort. The adventure-loving visitor can try a homestay by following the traditional life followed by the local people. The accommodation places offer different facilities according to the price range.

The lodge offers cultural programs with jungle walks and rafting. The lodge makes the visitor environment like family with an organic meal. The accommodation makes the mind calm and the body rest and enjoy the day, visit the Bardiya National Park.

Best season for the Bardiya Tour

The ideal seasons for the Bardiya Tour are:

Spring Season: The time from March to May has clean and tranquil weather, the weather remains stable most of this season, with forests blooming with the best flowers available in the region. Animals come out of hibernation or just from the habitat.

Autumn Season: The months from September to November do have clear blue skies, the weather conditions remain stable with the best visibility of animals, fall scenes of flora, and the whole scenery looks so majestic.

Winter season: You can either travel or avoid this season. The time of December to February, the weather remains extremely cold, with cool temperatures every day. Still, Bardiya is warmer. The region is less popular this season.

Monsoon season: We suggest you not travel this season. The time of June to August, it remains very rainy, the forest paths are very slippery and muddy. Leeches trouble your walking as well. The animals hide in their habitat and do not come out of their sheds.

Packing list for Bardiya Tour

• Tour bag, large enough to fit all your requirements
• Regular medicine prescribed by the doctor
• A windproof jacket
• Basic toiletries such as: toilet paper, sanitizer, soap, face wash, shampoo, towels, toothpaste, toothbrush, body spray, lip care, etc.
• Sunglasses and sun protection cream
• A hat and clothes that are allowed during Jungle Jeep Safari (Green, Brown, Camouflage colored)
• Camera
• Shoes with a good grip and multiple pairs of socks, a raincoat torch, water purifiers, a n  a power bank.
• Abundant in the New Year.
• 4- 5 passport-sized photographs
• Water bottle
• Mini bag for daily purposes, to keep energy bars, chargers, and  extra batteries
• Important identifying documents
• Cash in hand

Book the Bardiya Tour Package with us

If you ever wish to book a package of the Bardiya Tour, Info Nepal Tours and Treks has brought you exciting offerings and services. For all tourists and travelers who are very excited to visit and explore the sublimity of the Terai region, where extremely adventurous Bardiya is located, we are at your service. In the package, we provide a complete range of services you will need and want, assuring your good journey to be very smoothly operated from the starting point to the ending point, beginning with an airport arrival pick-up, or managing permits, transportations, assist in various shopping or anything to your departure drop-off, in our own style of Nepali hospitality and authentic tradition.

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