Chitwan National Park with Lumbini
Five days in Chitwan National Park with Lumbini
Overview
Explore the national park on foot, by dugout canoe on the river or by Jeep on jungle excursions. Chitwan National Park is famous for its rhinos and, with a bit of luck, we might spot the shy tigers. We then visit Buddha’s birthplace Lumbini and the Maya Devi temple. We will be captivated by the special atmosphere of this important pilgrimage site for Buddhists from all over the world.
Trip duration: 5 days
Participants: from 1 person
Price : from € 890.- incl. Domestic flight Lumbini – Kathmandu
Details
After breakfast, we take a private shuttle from Kathmandu on a good highway to Chitwan National Park. For two whole days we have the opportunity to explore the jungle by dugout canoe on the river and on jungle excursions on foot or by Jeep. We see crocodiles, rhinos and, with luck, the shy tigers. We also visit an elephant breeding station and one evening the Tharu Village cultural program. The following day we can watch the elephant washing and feeding before taking a private shuttle to Lumbini near the Indian border. In the afternoon, we visit Buddha’s birthplace (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the Maya Devi temple. The next day, transfer to the airport and return flight to Kathmandu in approx. 1 hour.
We will be happy to provide you with details of the tour on request.
Cultural program
Services included
- English-speaking tour guide
- Domestic flight Lumbini – Kathmandu
- Transfer by minibus Kathmandu – Chitwan
- Transfer by minibus Chitwan – Lumbini
- Guided jungle safaris according to the program
- National park fees and entrance fees according to program
- Entrance fees Lumbini and Maya Devi
- 3 x full board in a good hotel near Chitwan National Park in a double room (single room at extra charge)
- 1 x full board in a good hotel in Lumbini in a double room (single room at extra charge)
Services exclusive
- meals and drinks not mentioned
- Voluntary tips
- Possible increase in fees and/or fuel surcharges
- Personal
Bookable services
- Single room supplement Chitwan and Lumbini (approx. € 40.- per day/person)
- Surcharge for flight from Kathmandu instead of driving: from € 120.
Recommended clothing:
The lowlands of Nepal have a hot and humid climate all year round with daytime temperatures between 25 and 30°. UV-resistant and quick-drying light-colored clothing (avoid blue and yellow) is recommended.
Please pay close attention to our information on this website under Country Information/FAQ and Requirements. Further information on this connecting program can be found in the detailed travel information, which we will send you on request before you book your trip or when you book your trip. Passport and visa requirements, vaccinations and our recommendations on insurance cover are important and must be observed.
This trip can only be carried out if the minimum number of participants is reached. If this is not reached 28 days before the start of the trip, Hiking Inspirations may cancel the event. However, in the event of a cancellation, we will endeavor to make you an alternative offer. Please refer to our additional information in the travel conditions.
The tour operator is Hiking Inspirations GbR, Katja Dörig & Arno Aigner.
