Kosi Tappu Wildlife Safari 3 Days the largest sanctuary for native and migratory waterbirds as well as the only place where rare and endangered wild buffalo known as ‘Arna’ are found in this beautiful location in Nepal’s Far Southeast region. Kosi Tappu Wild Life Safari area covers 175 sq. km. It is well known as a wildlife reserve and then a national park or conservation where great mighty Himalayan glacial rivers join at Kosi forming one of the largest and widest rivers of Nepal with an island called Tappu in Nepali. Kosi Tappu Wild Life Reserves provide important habitats for different species of wildlife, the last surviving population of ‘Wild Buffalo or Arna’ is found here, and the reserve is popular for a wide species of water birds sometimes one can witness flamingos also.
At Kosi Tappu Wild Life Reserves where you can spend a minimum of two days or more in this exotic jungle setting situated on an island of great wide Kosi River fed from the various network of glacial rivers from the mighty Himalaya which flows to join the Ganges further down south towards India.
An exotic paradise for bird watching, especially for water birds swans, Floricans, storks, egrets, ducks, porches, and kingfishers and this reserve is famous for rare and endangered Arna the wild buffalo found only within these areas. To reach Kosi Tappu Wild Life Reserves take a flight from Kathmandu to Biratnagar airport, an industrial city of Nepal situated close to the Indian border of Bihar within the Nepal Terai belt of Gangetic plain.
After a scenic flight of 45 minutes with excellent views of snowcapped peaks which include Everest, Makalu, and Kanchenjunga, and then from Biratnagar airport, where a few hour’s drive to reach you at Kosi Tappu Wild Life Reserve.
at Kosi forming one of the largest and widest rivers of Nepal with an island called Tappu in Nepali.
Kosi Tappu Wild Life Reserves provide important habitats for different species of wildlife, the last surviving population of ‘Wild Buffalo or Arna’ is found here, the reserve is popular for wide species of water birds sometimes one can witness flamingos also.
Short Itinerary
Day 01: Fly to Biratnagar from Kathmandu and drive to Kosi Wild-Life Reserve a few
hour drive and then check into the nice lodge and continue the safari.
Day 02-03: Full-day Jungle Safari with elephant and jungle walks in the comfort of nice
jungle lodge or tented camps.
Day 04: Drive to Biratnagar airport for flight back to Kathmandu
Trip Details Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive at Koshi Tappu Wildlife Camp and begin half-day Bird-Watching or Jungle Walk
- Distance : full day
- Duration : Day 1: Arrive at Koshi Tappu Wildlife Camp and begin half-day Bird-Watching or Jungle Walk
- Max. Altitude :815 m/2,674 ft
- Arrive at Biratnagar Airport. Meet and drive to Koshi Tappu Wildlife Camp
- 12- 1 pm – Lunch
- 3 pm – Bird-watching or Jungle Excursion to observe the wildlife around Saptakoshi River on foot
- 7-9 pm – Dinner
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meals Include: Lunch and Dinner
Day 2: Early morning Nature Walk and full-day River Raft Safari and Jeep Safari after breakfast
- Distance : Explore Day
- Duration : Explore Day
- Max. Altitude :815m.
- 5:30 am – Wake-up call
- 6 am – Morning nature walk in the vicinity
- 8 am – Breakfast
- 9 am – 6 pm: Half day Raft Boat Safari on the upper part of Sapta Koshi River with a Naturalist guide to view the water birds, Water Buffaloes, Dolphins, and various other water and land habitats. Enda boat trip by the bank of the river and have a picnic lunch. Then, a half-day Jeep drives inside the reserve and then to the Koshi Barrage to view the abundant bird life, animals, crocodiles, and fresh water Dolphins. Late afternoon return to the camp. (Please note: Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve and surrounding area is wide and everyday guests will be taken to different areas).
- 7 pm: Dinner
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Early morning Bird-Watching or Guided Walking Tour and departure after breakfast
- Distance : 6 Hrs
- Duration : 03 Day
- Max. Altitude :1345m.
- 5:30 am – Wake up call
- 6 am: More Bird-Watching or Guided Walking Tour to observe wildlife in the nearby jungle
- 8 am: Breakfast
- 9 am: Transfer to Biratnagar Airport for your departure from Koshi (Optional: If you have late departure, then you can visit the Pink Tower near Koshi Barrage. This is also an excellent spot for bird-watching and animals. Extra cost applicable)
- Accommodation:
- Meals Include: Breakfast
Cost Details
The package includes the following service
- All jungle activities in Chitwan as mentioned in the itinerary
- All government and local taxes
- Meal on full board basis
- All entry permits
- Jungle guide
- Transportation by tourist bus
package excludes the following service
Personal expenses and bar bill (alcoholic drinks, mineral water etc.)
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