Bardiya National Park
✦ Hidden GemparkLumbini

Bardiya National Park

Nepal's premier wildlife sanctuary where tigers roam wild and free

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28.4520°N · 81.2434°E · 160m

Elevation160m
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Best SeasonAutumnSpring
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ProvinceLumbini
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Why visit Bardiya National Park

Bardiya National Park is one of Nepal's most pristine and biodiverse protected areas, sprawling across 968 square kilometers of lowland forests, grasslands, and riverine habitats in the Lumbini Province. Home to endangered Bengal tigers, Asian elephants, one-horned rhinos, and over 450 bird species, this park offers authentic wildlife encounters with significantly fewer visitors than Chitwan. The Karnali River flows through the park, creating a dramatic landscape where jungle safaris and river activities provide intimate access to Nepal's natural splendor.

Tiger and elephant safari through pristine jungle terrain
Karnali River rafting and dolphin spotting
Bird watching with over 450 recorded species
One-horned rhino sightings in grassland habitats
Tharu cultural villages on park periphery

Where is it?

How to get there

All transport options from major cities to Bardiya National Park

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FlightRecommended

From Kathmandu

3h 30m

नेरू १८,०००नेरू २८,०००

Fly Kathmandu to Nepalgunj (1 hour flight with Buddha Air or Yeti Airlines), then jeep/taxi from Nepalgunj to Bardiya National Park headquarters at Thakurdwara (2.5 hours, 160km via Kohalpur-Nepalgunj-Bardiya road). Nepalgunj is the gateway city for Bardiya.

Road condition:Good

💡 Most comfortable and fastest option. Book flights in advance during peak season (Oct-Nov, Feb-Mar). Jeep from Nepalgunj costs 3000-5000 NPR. Arrive Nepalgunj by 10am for same-day park entry. Park entry fee 1500 NPR (foreigners), 500 NPR (SAARC nationals).

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Bus

From Pokhara

8h

नेरू ८००नेरू १,५००

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Bus

From Kathmandu

12h

नेरू १,०००नेरू २,०००

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Jeep/4WD

From Nepalgunj

2h 30m

नेरू ३,०००नेरू ५,०००

📞 Emergency

Nepal Police: 100 · Tourist Police: +977-1-4247041 · Ambulance: 102

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⚠ Travel Notes

  • ·Permits required; book through authorized operators
  • ·Malaria precautions recommended in lowland areas
  • ·Limited accommodation; book in advance during peak season

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