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Royal Chitwan National Park, the oldest National
Park in Nepal, is situated in the sub-tropical inner Terai
lowlands of South-Central Nepal. The Park
was designated as a World Heritage Site in 1984.
The Park covers a pristine area with a unique
ecosystem of significant value to the world. It contains the
Churiya hills, Ox-bow lakes and flood plains
of Rapti, Reu and Narayani Rivers. Approximately
70% of the Park vegetation is sal forest. The remaining vegetation
types include grassland (20%) riverine forest (7%) and sal
with chiropine 3% the later occurring at the top of the Churiya
range. The riverine forests consist mainly of khair, sissoo
and simal. The grasslands form a diverse and complex community
with over 50 species. The saccharum species, often called
elephant grass, can reach 8m in height. The shorter grasses
such as Imperate are useful for thatch roofs. 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 along with
many other common species of wild animals. 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. There are over 450 species
of birds in the Park. Among the endangered birds is the Bengal
jolrican, giant hornbill, lesser florican, black stork and
white stork. Common birds seen in the Park include 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 crocodile, 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.
Programs
Our programs during your stay at any resort or lodge
(Budget to Delux) you select has been designed in such a way
so as to make your stay enjoyable but exciting at the same
time. However, viewing of wildlife at their best require early
morning and late afternoon excursions which is a matter beyond
our control, guest are advised to comply to the schedule for
their own advantages.
Attractions:
- Elephant Safaris which venture deep into the jungle to
observe and photograph wildlife from close quarters.
- Nature walks with trained Naturalists to view the incredibly
varied flora and fauna of Nepal. Jungle treks and birds
watching excursions.
- Boating on the Narayani River to view Dolphins, gharial
crocodiles and water birds.
- Slight presentation in the evening which is covers of
the history of the Royal Chitwan National Park.
- Safari by Landover for the elderly or sedentary. Trained
Naturalists who are there to guide and inform you but not
to inhibit your sense of adventure escort all jungle trips.
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