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5 Best National Park Tour in Nepal

jungle walk in chitwan national park

There is a popular saying about Nepal, “Green forests are the wealth of Nepal”. In these forests, you will find some of the most beautiful landscapes, some of the most magnificent creatures, and some truly spectacular natural perspectives. 

A variety of landscapes, species of wildlife, and complex ecosystems can be found throughout Nepal. From the low lands of the Terai region to the high Himalayan mountain ranges, Nepal has something for everyone.

Nepal’s National Parks Tour is the ideal place for those who want to dwell in the wild and experience the adventures that only nature can offer. Twelve National Parks span the country, offering the most diverse range of experiences in the world. 

Here we’ve compiled five of Nepal’s best national park tours.

  • Chitwan National Park

foreigner in chitwan national park

Best time to visit: Oct-Dec and June-Sept

A trip to the Chitwan National Park in Nepal is not to be missed if you are a wildlife enthusiast. Located in the Terai region of Nepal, Chitwan National Park is one of the largest playgrounds for wild animals. 

The main attraction of the park is the chance it offers to ride elephants, jungle safari, canoe expeditions, bird watching, hike along nature trails, and raft down the river. This park is best visited between May and September.

The park is also home to a number of unique bird species, wild animals, flora, and fauna, which has led to its reputation as the second-best wildlife viewing park in the Serengeti. 

The diversity of wildlife travelers can find on safaris includes monkeys, sloth bears, leopards, crocodiles, and one-horned rhinos, as well as tigers if they’re lucky.  

  • Sagarmatha National Park

Sagarmatha National park

Best season to travel: Mar-May and Sept-Nov

The Sagarmatha National Park in northeast Nepal is one of the most scenic places on Earth, surrounded by giant mountains, deep ravines, and Himalayan glaciers.  The national park is 135 kilometers from Kathmandu and is listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

Aside from this majestic beast, the rugged mountain terrain of the Himalayas is home to a wide range of animals, including the hare, Himalayan mouse hare (pika), bear, marten, lynx, and Himalayan Thar. The site is also a habitat for rare animals and birds, like red pandas and snow leopards. 


A wildlife sanctuary spanning more than 1100 square kilometers is recognized by Birdlife International as an eminent bird sanctuary, making it an important tourist attraction for mountaineers and birdwatchers. 

  • Bardiya National Park

Bengal tiger in bardia national park

Best Time to visit: Sept-Dec and Feb-March 

Among the most beautiful and biologically diverse protected areas in Nepal, Badiya national park is becoming a prime attraction today due to its regenerated vegetation and wildlife.

There are excellent opportunities to observe wildlife, including endangered species. Bardia is known as the home to the Bengal tiger and the Asian elephant as well as the greater one-horned rhinoceros.

Bardiya is home to more than 400 species of birds, including the endangered Bengal florican and Sarus crane. Karnali and Babai rivers offer excellent fishing opportunities for anglers as you can find 125 recorded species of fish including the golden mahseer.

In Bardia, you can find 50 different types of mammals, including gharial crocodiles, marsh mugger crocodiles, leopards, swamp deer, and gray langur monkeys. 

Visit Bardiya National Park if you are interested in exploring nature and wildlife, and experiencing the Nepali and Tharu cultures.

 

  • Shivapuri National Park

foreigners in shivapuri national park

Best season to travel: March to June and April

A national park located north of the Kathmandu Valley, Shivapuri National Park is the second-highest peak in the surrounding hills. There are numerous sharp ridges radiating from its peak, which is 2732m high. 

Shivapuri National Park represents the mid-hills of Nepal’s landscape and is the only national park that is attached to the capital. Kathmandu National Park offers scenic beauty that spreads within four districts: Sindhupalchowk, Nuwakot, and Dhading. 

Shivapuri National Park is a paradise for flora and fauna, with 177 species of birds, including nine endangered species, 19 species of mammals, and 150 species of butterflies.

Shivapuri National Park is home to a diverse ecosystem with 24 species of mammals, including the Common Leopard, the Himalayan Black Bear, Goral, Jungle Cat, and 2,122 plant species.

The park offers a popular hiking route as well as cycling trails for both foreigners and locals. Among the activities, you can engage in at Shivapuri National Park are bird watching, jungle trekking, cycling, trekking, and hiking.

  • Langtang National Park

Langtang national park

Best time to travel: Sept-Now and April-June 

A place of fascination for wildlife lovers as well as trekkers since its establishment in 1976, Langtang National Park has long been a place of curiosity and intrigue. The Langtang National Park stretches over 1710 km, including parts of Rasuwa district, Nuwakot district, and Sindhupalchowk district. 

The National Park is home to Gosainkunda and its corresponding lakes, both of which are of great religious and cultural significance. With its unique culture, dresses, home-style, ornaments, and customs, the Langtang valley is a great fusion for travelers. 

Nepal’s Langtang national park offers some of the best trekking opportunities.   There is no better way to experience Nepal’s beauty than through a trek along the Langtang, where you can find stunning vistas, meadows, glacial lakes and the amazing Himalayas. 

The Langtang National Park is an amazing National Park in Nepal where you can explore the varied flora and fauna of the mountains. Trekking, mountaineering, rafting, kayaking and pilgrimage are popular activities in this area. 

The beautiful national parks of Nepal are not only a safe haven for animals and plants but also a reflection of the stunning natural beauty of the country. Explore the national parks of Nepal and witness nature’s astounding beauty.  

If you are also interested in visiting Nepal and are planning to do trekking and tours and would like to experience National Park Tours, you can contact the Himalayan Circuit Team and book the tour packages. 

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