Nepal is the land of many top class national parks. These parks are the residence of number of animal and birds species. They provide a chance to experience the mammals, birs and vegetations of the regions. Among the 14 national parks and wildlife reserves in Nepal, the Royal Chitwan National Park (932 sq kilometers) is the most popular wildlife destination among visitors.

Best Time to Visit: Round the year
Duration:8 days / 7 nights
Destinations Covered: Kathmandu - Chitwan National Park - Koshi Tapu - Biratnagar - Bardia - Kathmandu

Itinerary
Day 1: Kathmandu-Pokhra
Drive to Pokhra which is also known as valley of lakes. Pokhra, the picturesque valley is blessed with green hills, lakes, forests, rivers, bubbling water falls and terraced gardens. Pass night in hotel.

Day 2: Pokhra
An hour's boat ride on Lake Phewa. Guided tour of Pokhra Valley. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 3: Pokhra-Chitwan National Park
Drive to Chitwan National Park at dawn. Take rest at a lodge. Go for elephant safari at Royal Chitwan Park. Stay at nighlt in a wildlife resort.

Day 4: Chitwan National Park
Elephant or jeep safari to the park early morning. Leave for bird watching in the canoes in afternoon. A local folk dance is organised in evening. Pass night in a wildlife resort.

Day 5: Chitwan National Park-Kathmandu-Nagarkot
Drive to Kathmandu and move on to Nagarkot. Have an excellent view of the Himalayan range en route. Pass night at Nagarkot.

Day 6: Nagarkot-Kathmandu
Back to Kathmandu after breakfast. Stay at hotel in night.

Day 7: Hedauda
Drive from Kathmandu to Hedauda. you can see rare Ibisbill here.

Day 8: Kosi Tappu
Go by road to the Kosi Tappu, one of the finest birding areas in Nepal. Several rare bird species can be found here. After dinner, drive back to Kathmandu and leave for home.