Chitwan National Park, Nepal
What to see at Chitwan National Park and how to fit it into a Nepal trip.
Quick answer
Nepal's most accessible wildlife reserve — a UNESCO World Heritage Park at the Terai lowlands with one-horned rhinos grazing in tall grassland, Bengal tigers (seen occasionally), gharial crocodiles in the Rapti River and a resident elephant population.
Best season for Nepal: March – May or October – November. Recommended trip length: 10–14 Days.
About Chitwan National Park
Nepal's most accessible wildlife reserve — a UNESCO World Heritage Park at the Terai lowlands with one-horned rhinos grazing in tall grassland, Bengal tigers (seen occasionally), gharial crocodiles in the Rapti River and a resident elephant population. Canoe safaris and walking through the jungle with guides is far more intimate than vehicle-based parks.
Chitwan National Park is one of 14 places we cover in Nepal, and falls on day 3 of our 5-day Nepal plan. A 5-day Nepal trip from Mumbai costs about ₹22,000 per person at budget stays with return flights.
More places to visit in Nepal
- Everest Base Camp Trek
- Kathmandu Valley Temples & Stupas
- Pokhara & Annapurna Region
- Annapurna Circuit
- Boudhanath Stupa, Kathmandu
- Pokhara & Phewa Lake
- Pashupatinath Temple & Cremations
- Langtang Valley Trek
Questions about Chitwan National Park
What is Chitwan National Park?
Nepal's most accessible wildlife reserve — a UNESCO World Heritage Park at the Terai lowlands with one-horned rhinos grazing in tall grassland, Bengal tigers (seen occasionally), gharial crocodiles in the Rapti River and a resident elephant population. Canoe safaris and walking through the jungle with guides is far more intimate than vehicle-based parks.
When is the best time to visit Chitwan National Park?
Nepal's best season is March – May or October – November, which is the best window for Chitwan National Park too.
How many days do I need in Nepal to include Chitwan National Park?
Trripah recommends 10–14 Days for Nepal. Chitwan National Park fits into a normal itinerary without extra days.
Can Trripah include Chitwan National Park in a Nepal package?
Yes. Tell us your dates and group and we add Chitwan National Park to a Nepal plan with flights, hotels and transfers, usually within 24 hours.