Tuesday, December 29, 2009

Bardia National Park














Nepal Bardia National Park is the largest and most peaceful place in Nepal. Situated in the Terai valley, it covers an area of approximately 968 sq. km. The park swas established to protect representative ecosystems, as well as to protect tigers and their prey species, and is protected by the board of wildlife in Nepal.

The Royal Bardiya Park was established in 1969 as a Royal Hunting Reserve. And in 1976 it was gazetted as the Karnali Wildlife Reserve. When this area was protected, about 1500 people of the Babai valley were resettled outside the park allowing the flora and fauna to thrive. In 1982 it was renamed as The Royal Bardia National Park, and in 1984 it was extended to its current size.

The reserve was given the status of a National Park in 1988. Greater One-horned Rhinoceros were translocated from Royal Chitwan National Park in 1986, 1991, and 1999. In 1997, an area of 327 sq. km surrounding the park was declared as a buffer zone which consists of forests and private lands. The buffer zone is jointly managed by the park and local communities. Together they began community development activities and managed natural resources in the buffer zones.

The National Park in Nepal is about a four-hour drive from the town of Nepalgunj which is connected to the Kathmandu. The quickest way to get there is to fly from Kathmandu to Nepalganj where the lodge staff will meet you for the 2-hour drive to camp.

At Bardia National Park there are more than 30 different mammals and endangered animals. You will be able to see the tiger, rhinoceros, wild elephant, and the black buck. Also found at the National Park are over 300 species of reptiles and fish including crocodile and dolphin. The Park is a bird watcher’s paradise that displays many beautiful and colorful endangered species of birds including migratory birds. You will see the Bengal florican, silver-eared mesia and the Sarus crane.

A massive percentage of the national Park comes to life with the many stunning trees with a mixture of beautiful lush forest with grasslands. About 70% of the forest consists of sal trees with a mixture of grassland and riverine forest. Sal leaves are used in celebrations and religious offerings. Walking in these surroundings is amazing. Other common animals found in the park include the leopard and lesser cat. You will be amazed at how much there is to see in the Bardia National Park. There are also several interesting animals roaming about such as deer, monkeys, and bears. What an ideal park to visit for game viewing.

The Royal Bardia National Park has three different seasons, each one giving an exclusive experience. From October to early April the weather is dry. The days are hot, and the nights are cool and enjoyable. From April through June the temperature warms up, and peaks at about 45 degrees Celsius in May. The hot sticky days give way to the monsoon rains that last until September.

Come and experience Bardia National park’s warm hospitality. There are lovely lodges in the park as well as wildlife tours of three or more days. Inclusive of accommodation you will receive meals and wildlife activities.
To experience Bardia National Park a two-night stay over would be great, but staying an extra day is worthwhile. The lodge operates round the year except during the Monsoon season of June - September when most lodges are closed. You may choose to be accompanied by the resident naturalists and guides on excursions such as the elephant-back safaris, canoe rides, jungle walks, bird-watching tours, and jeep drives.

So come and explore and have fun with the whole family.

Map of Bardia National Park














Access:
To reach Bardia, take the daily flight or public bus from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj, from where it is a five hour drive to the park office at Thakurdwara. This nature sanctuary is best visit form October to April.











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Tiger Tops Karnali Lodge - Bardia













Star rating
Rooms 33
Address P. O. Box 242, Gongabu,
Kathmandu, Nepal
Telephone +977 1 4361500
Facsimile +977 1 4361600
Website http://www.tigermountain.com/

Hotel Description
Hotel Tiger Tops Karnali Lodge Bardiya
Tiger Tops Karnali Lodge and Tented Camp are situated in the Royal Bardiya National Park in far west Nepal. Accessible by flight from Kathmandu to Nepalganj, a trip which offers breathtaking views of the Himalaya, followed by a 2 hour scenic drive along the East West Highway through the lowlands of Nepal passing many fascinating Tharu villages. Tiger Tops Nepal has pioneered adventure tourism in far West Nepal with the opening of a uniquely styled Jungle Lodge on the edge of the Royal Bardiya National Park and a comfortable Tented Camp within the park, 18 km north of the Lodge on the banks of the great Karnali River.

Accommodation and services: Over looking the snow-fed waters of the Karnali River is one of the most enchanting jungle camps in Asia - Tiger Tops Karnali Tented Camp. Patterned after the famous Tiger Tops Tented Camp in Royal Chitwan National Park, it offers the same high class facilities-spacious safari tents with twin beds, separate hot and cold showers and modern jungle toilet amenities. A fully stocked bar is open until the last guest retires. Nepali and Western cuisine is served around the campfire.
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Rhino Lodge Bardiya



Star rating * * 2 star
Rooms 10
Address Thakur dwara, Siwapur – 9 Bardia, Nepal.
Telephone 9748004070,
Govinda Adhikari 4701-212 (Ktm)
Facsimile 4701-850
Email info@rhinolodgebardia.com
Website http://www.rhinolodgebardia.com/

Hotel Description
Located only 2 minutes away from the park, 10 minutes from the park headquarters and a minute from the elephant stable. The Lodge consisting of 5 comfortable cottages accommodations have attached bathroom with hot and cold water is spread over a large area amid a peaceful and beautiful setting of well-manicured lawns, walkways and gardens full of flowers and plants.

Accommodation and services:
Cozy standard twin rooms with attached bath room with hot & cold water, Separate dining hall and restaurant, A lively bar in the lodge, Green trees in the garden all around the resort, watchtowers (Machan) to have the wild sightseeing, accompanied by our experienced naturalist and wildlife trackers, Room Service, Professional guides for Jungle Safari, Same day laundry, Mountain biking
Nature walks.

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Forest Hideway Hotel and Cottages Pvt. Ltd.

Contact : Head Office Forest Hideaway HotelAnd Cottages Pvt. Ltd. , Bardia National Park, West-Nepal Tel : +977-84- 620237 (Resort) Sky Phone: 9748004071 Mob : +977-9758001414 Kathmandu ReservationTel : +977-01-4225973




Forest Hideaway offers walking, jeep and elephant back safaris as well as rafting trips on the Karnali River. We also have a full range of cultural tours to be enjoyed. Forest Hideaway provides the visitor with access to a selection of programmes and tours geared at you enjoying all aspects of the surrounding natural wonderland. Services includes.

Bardia National Park is serviced by well looked after domestic elephants. These fearless, majestic animals provide the safest and most convenient method of transport within the park. Due to their nature you canmove around within the tall grasslands anddense jungle and still demand an impressive view. Hence, Elephant back safaris are ideal for viewing the extensive flora and fauna the park has to offer.

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