Bird Warching Tour in Chitwan

Discover Nepal’s rich avian diversity on this immersive bird watching tour in Chitwan, designed for nature lovers, birders, and photography enthusiasts. Chitwan National Park is one of Asia’s finest wildlife sanctuaries and home to over 540 bird species, making it a true paradise for bird watchers. From riverine forests and grasslands to wetlands and buffer zones, the park’s varied ecosystems offer incredible opportunities to spot endangered and exotic birds.

Led by experienced naturalists, this 3-night, 4-day bird watching tour in Chitwan provides you with early morning and late afternoon excursions when bird activity is at its peak. Expect to see vibrant kingfishers, hornbills, woodpeckers, drongos, parakeets, and even rare species like the Bengal florican and great slaty woodpecker. Comfortable accommodation, guided walks, canoe rides, and cultural experiences complete your Chitwan escape.

Whether you are a beginner or seasoned birder, this short yet rewarding bird watching tour in Chitwan promises unforgettable moments in the wild heart of Nepal.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Chitwan & Introduction to Bird Watching

Arrive in Chitwan and transfer to your lodge or resort near the national park. After refreshments, enjoy a short briefing about your bird watching tour in Chitwan. In the late afternoon, take a gentle walk along the Rapti River banks and into the community forest to spot common and migratory birds. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 2: Full-Day Bird Watching Exploration

Begin early with a guided birding walk in the Chitwan National Park buffer zone. Explore riverbanks, grasslands, and sal forests teeming with birdlife. Return for lunch, then continue with a canoe ride on the Rapti River—great for spotting kingfishers, herons, and waterfowl. Enjoy a traditional Tharu cultural program in the evening.

Day 3: Forest & Wetland Birding

Start the day with another morning birdwatching excursion inside the park. Visit Bish Hajari Taal (Twenty Thousand Lakes), a wetland haven for bird species like storks, ducks, and marsh birds. Afternoon walk through the dense forest with your guide focusing on rare sightings.

Day 4: Final Birding & Departure

Enjoy a final morning walk in the nearby forest areas for last bird sightings. After breakfast, check out and depart from Chitwan, ending your enriching bird watching tour in Chitwan with great sightings and memories.

This itinerary is just asample program and can be fully tailored to match your interests and preferences.