• Chitwan National Park:
Sal forests cover 70% of the area and there are about 600 species of plants and are home to the only significant number of one-horned rhinos and other endangered species like the Bengal Tiger, the Gangetic Dolphins and the Gharial Crocodile. There are altogether over 43 species of large mammals, 526 species of birds, 150 different types of butterflies, 126 species of fish and 49 species of reptiles.
• Wildlife:
The fauna of the terai is striking and the most obvious are the handsome black-faced, grey langur monkeys and the common brownish red rhesus monkeys. Deers include the spotted, barking, samber, hog, swamp and Asia’s largest antelope, the blue bull.
Other animal species found here are leopards, wild dogs, various species of mongoose and cats, wild boar, porcupines, bats and squirrels. Today, Chitwan boasts of nearly 500 one-horned rhinos; a quarter of the species total and their numbers continue to grow. About 100 tigers have also been counted in the park.
• Nature trek to Gadi Hill:
Uppardang Gadhi is a classic octagonal artillery fort, passing into the Chitwan hills that defended the surrounding countryside during the reign of Bahadur Shah. The fort offers spectacular views in every direction. Village walks, nature and bird watching tours and the Chepang Chitwan Hills trail will be of special interest to visitors. The area is accessible from as far as Shaktikhor, walking uphill. An alternate route is to start from Hugdi (80kms from Kathmandu).
• Siraichuli Viewpoint:
A new trail has been identified which offers magnificent sunrise and sunset views from the top of Siraichuli hill. A panoramic view of the Himalayas, a mixture of experiences of hills and Terai, Cultural Experiences of Chepang and other ethnic groups, bird watching, home-stay and other natural attractions make this trail a must to visit.
• Paragliding:
One of the newest adventure sports on offer at this location is paragliding. Visitors can make arrangements with their respective travel agencies.
• Home-Stay tourism and culture:
Villagers offer a unique accommodation opportunity. Stay in their beautiful home as guests and discover the unique culture in this area.
• Bird Watching:
Chitwan is a birdwatcher’s delight with more than 450 migrant and local species recorded. The most sightings are in February-March (spring) when thousands of water birds migrate along the Koshi Tappu reserve.
• Rafting:
Raft down the Trishuli River to Chitwan for a different start to the Chitwan experience. A gentle 2_3 day floats down to Narayanghat; only 8kms from Chitwan. Trips start at Mugling or further up. |
