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Royal
Chitwan National Park
Royal Chitwan National Park was established in 1973. It occupies an area
of 932 sq. kms. It is the oldest National park in Nepal . It is situated
in the sub-tropical inner Terai lowlands of South-Central Nepal . The
Park was designated as a World Heritage Site in 1984.
Within
the park lie the Churia hills, ox-bow lakes, and the flood plains of Rapti,
Reu and Narayani Rivers . The Churia hills rise gradually towards the
east from 150m. to over 800m. elevation. The lower but more rugged Someshwor
hills occupy most of the western portion of the park. The flood plains
of Chitwan contain rich alluvial soils. The Narayani and Rapti Rivers
have delineated the park boundaries in the north and west, and the Reu
river and Someshwor hills in the south and south-west. It shares its eastern
border with the Parsa Wildlife Reserve.
There
are over 450 species of birds in the Park. Among the endangered birds
are the Bengal jolrican, giant hornbill, lesser florican, black stork
and white stork. Common birds seen in the Park inclde the peafowl, red
jungle fowl, and different species of egrets, herons, kingfishers, flycatchers
and woodpeckers. The best time for bird watching is March and December.
More than 45 species of amphibians and reptiles occur in the Park, some
of which are the marsh corcodile, cobra, green pit viper and various species
of frogs and tortoises. The Park is actively engaged in the scientific
studies of several species of wild fauna and flora. There are more than
43 species of mammals in the Park. The Park is especially renowned for
the endangered one-horned rhinoceros, the tiger and the gharial crocodile.
It also harbors endangered species such as gaur, wild elephant, four-horned
antelope, striped hyena, pangolin, Gangetic dolphin, monitor lizard and
python. Other animals found in the Park include the sambar, chital, hog
deer, barking deer, sloth bear, palm civet, langur and rhesus monkey.
The
park is influenced by a tropical monsoon climate with relatively high
humidity. Winter, spring and monsoon are the three main seasons. The cool
winter season occurs from October to February. Spring begins in March
and is soon followed summer that ends in early June. Summer days are typically
hot with up to an average 30C daytime temperature. The monsoon usually
begins at the end of June and continues until September. The mean annual
rainfall is about 21-50 mm. and during this time of the year rivers are
flooded and most of the roads are virtually impassable.
Langtang National Park
Langtang National Park was established in 1970/71. It occupies an area
of 1710 sq. kms. Alpine pastures, sub-alpine scrub and dense forests of
pines, rhododendrons, maples and oaks support a large variety of mammal
and bird species. In the lower forests are leopards, Himalayan black bear,
and wild boars. In the higher regions are musk deer and Himalayan Thar.
Many varieties of pheasants and partridges, including Nepal 's national
bird, the Danphe, can be seen in the alpine meadows.
Sagarmatha National Park
Sagarmatha National Park was established in 1976. It occupies an area
of 1148 sq. kms. It is located in the north-east of Kathmandu , in the
Khumbu region of Nepal . The park includes the world's highest peak, Mt.
Everest , and several other well-known peaks such as Lhotse , Nuptse,
Cho-Oyu, Pumori, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kwangde, Kangtaiga and Gyachung
kang. The most famous would be the beautiful impeyan pheasant, the national
bird of Nepal , but there are choughs, snow pigeons and Himalayan griffons
among 130 others.
Over
35oosherpas use the park for cropping and grazing and their unique culture
provides yet another reason to visit. There are several important monasteries.This
is one of the most popular trekking regions in the Country, but it is
only accessible by foot with the nearest airstrip at lukla and the road
head at Lamosangu. Many trekkers visit, lured by the highest and the most
spectacular mountain scenery in the world and sherpa culture.The Park
was added to the list of world heritage sites in 1979.
Shey-Phoksundo National Park
Sagarmatha National Park was established in1984. It occupies an area of
3555 sq. kms. Shey-Phoksundo National Park is situated in the mountain
of Western Nepal , covering parts of Dolpa and Mugu Districts. It is the
largest National Park in the country. It includes the highest lake Shey-Phoksundo.The
park harbors some of the country's rarest animals, such as snow leopard,
blue sheep and the thar.
Annapurna Conservation Area
Annapurna Conservation Area occupies an area of 2600 sq. kms. This area
encompasses the Annapurna Massif, which includes middle hills, sub-alpine,
alpine and trans- Himalayan dry plateau ecosystems. A world model for
successful participatory natural resources management, the project has
combined village development, education and conservation with the conservation
education of trekkers.
Parsa Wildlife Reserve
Parsa Wildlife Reserve was established in 1984. It occupies an area of
499 sq.kms. Parsa Wildlife Reserve occupies parts of Chitwan, Makawanpur,
Parsa and Bara Districts in central Nepa. The Reserve headquarter is situated
at Adabar on the Hetauda Birgunj highway. The dominant landscape of the
Reserve are the Churiya hills ranging from 750m to 950m and running east
west through the Reserve.
Khaptad National Park
Khaptad national Park was established in 1984. It occupies an area of
225 sq. kms. This is the only park representative of the flora and fauna
of Nepal 's western middle hills. This rolling plateau of mixed forest
and grasslands supporting leopards, Himalayan black bears, and musk deer
is singular in that conservation efforts there have been led by a remarkable
Hindu holy man, the Khaptad Baba.
Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve
Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve was established in 1976. It occupies an area
of 175 sq kms. About 850 species of birds are found in Nepal . With the
opening of Koshi Tappu Reserve, bird watching is gaining grounds in Nepal
. Koshi Tappu alone has recorded over 250 species of birds. Rare birds
include Impeyean pheasant, the national bird, snow cock, snow pigeon,
giant horn-bill, saras crane and babblers. The spiny babbler is a rare
endemic variety found only in Nepal . Every year migratory birds from
Tibet , Siberia and the northern mountains fly to the lowlands and Terai
of Nepal. The Koshi Barrage is one of the most important migratory habitats.
Bird watching is a very pleasant experience during late autumn and early
spring when the migration occurs. Other parks and reserves also attract
more birds and birdwatchers.
Makalu- Barun National Park
Makalu-Barun National Park was established in 1992. It occupies an area
of 2330 sq.kms. It is on a planning stage. The park is bordered by Sagarmatha
National Park , the Arun River and the Tivetan border; it includes the
rich forested valleys of the Barun and seven other rivers.
Royal Bardia National Park
Royal Bardia National Park was established in 1976. It occupies an area
of 968 sq, kms. It is situated south-west of Nepal . Rhinos have been
Tran located from Chitwan, to this area of riverine forests, grasslands
and low wooded hills. Lying along the Karnali and Babai Rivers , the park
is an important preserve for the rare Gharial crocodile and Gangetic dolphin.
Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve
Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve was established in 1983. It occupies an area
of 1325 sq. kms. It adjoins Rukum, Myagdi and Baglung districts in the
Dhaulagiri himal range in west Nepal . Putha, churen and gurja himal extend
over the northern boundary of the Reserve. This is the only Hunting Reserve
in the country, attraacting Nepalese and foreign hunters with blue sheep
and other game animals.
Royal Shukla Phanta Wildlife Reserve
Royal Shukla Phanta Wildlife Reserve was established in 1974.It occupies
an area of 155sq. kms. It is situated in the south-west of Nepal .It is
considered the vest park for wild elephants, and the lake of RaniTal .
Rara National Park
Rara National Park was established in 1976. It occupies an area of 106
sq. kms.it is situated about 370 km north-west of Kathmandu . In the temperate
conifer forests surrounding lovely Rara Lake are Himalayan black bears,
yellow-throated martens, musk deer, and the ghoral and scrow.
Wildlife Park Tour(2 Night/3 Days)

Itinerary: (Tour
Code: WLP09)
Day 01: |
At 6:00 A.M have
Breakfast at hotel in Kathmandu,drive to Chitwan National Park,
At 12:00 A.M reach to Chitwan National park,transfer to resort and
a short Briefing.
At 1:00 P.M Lunch
At 3:00 P.M Elephant Safari/Jungle Walk and a Boat ride.
At 7:00 P.M Cultural Dance Show.
At 8:00 P.M Dinner. |
Day 02:
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At 5:30 A.M WakeUp
Call.
At 6:00 A.M Tea/Coffee followed by nature walk for bird watching.
At 7:30 A.M Breakfast.
At 8:30 A.M Crocodile Walk. A 45 minute walk through grassland and
forest upstream of the Narayani River. Board boats to observe crocodiles
along the banks while floating back to the camp
At 1:00 P.M Lunch.
At 3:00 P.M Visit to a National Park.
At 4:00 P.M Visit to a village of Tharu by walk or on OX Cart.
At 7:00 P.M Slide presentation about the flora and fauna of the
National Park.
At 8:00 P.M Dinner. |
Day 03: |
At
7:00 A.M Wakeup Call.
At 7:30 A.M Breakfast.
At 9:00 A.M Departure. |
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Bird Watching
at Koshi Tappu |
Tiger at
Chitwan National Park |
Daphe
National Bird of Nepal |
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