Reach at the camp by an hour flight from Kathmandu
to Biratnagar airport and pick up from airport for an hour drive to
the camp. The diverse landscape of Nepalese terrain, the spectacular
view of the high himalaya, mountains, terraced hills, forest and cultivation
of the plain keeps one occupied during the journey. Another option is
to arrive at the camp following the East West Highway and divert from
Jamuwa to the camp (2.5 km) at Kusaha.
TOUR PROGRAM
Day 1: KATHAMNDU
Arrival Kathmandu, pick up by representative, transfer to hotel, welcome
drink.
Day 2:KATHMANDU
Half day sightseeing Pashupatinath (Hindu Temple), Swayambhunath or
Buddhist Stupa and Durbar Square
Day 3:KOSHI TAPPU, SUNSARI
Arrival and welcome brief introduction of the facility and program.
p.m. Lunch 2.00 p.m. Bird walk in he marshland outside the reserve to
see the storks, ibises, snipes, waterfowl, birds of prey etc.6.30 p.m.
Slide show on the natural history of the reserve followed by Nepali
dinner. Overnight at KOSHI TAPPU National Park.
Day 4:KOSHI TAPPU, SUNSARI
6.30 a.m. Breakfast 7.30 a.m. Full day excursion on boat and four wheels
drive with pack lunch to see waders, waterfowl, birds of prey, marsh
crocodile, otters, wild water buffalo and Gangetic Dolphins including
a visit to Pink Tower (full day) 6.30 p.m. Cultural dance followed by
barbecue dinner. Overnight at
Day 5:KOSHI TAPPU-KATHMANDU
6.30 a.m. Breakfast 7.30 a.m Bird walk inside the reserve in the scrub
forest, grasslands and wetland habitat with pack lunch to see swamp
partridge, black-necked stork, buntings, bulbuls etc.12.00 noon Pack
lunch 2.00 p.m. Continue bird watching or optional elephant ride to
watch Arna the wild water buffalo, blue bull, hog deer, fishing eats
etc. 6.30 p.m. Stargazing 7.00 p.m.Chinese Dinner Overnight at National
Park
Day 6 Early morning: Bird watching around the camp area or leisure.
8.00 a.m. Breakfast
0900 Departure from the lodge for Kathmandu Continue your other schedules
in Nepal.
Day 6: KATHMANDU
Free for shopping for the rest day (there are lot other optional activities
they can explore and extend the tour)
Day 7: KATHMANDU-HOME
Depart to your own destination. Have to be airport 2 hours before. Airport
tax extra (The service ends)
COST INCLUDES
Accommodation in deluxe safari tents on twin sharing
basis .
Airport transfer Biratnagar Airport - Camp - Biratnagar Airport
All safari activities (boating, elephant safari, bird walk, slide show,
cultural dance, guide service, jeep safari etc)
Resident naturalists service
All the local taxes
Meals on AP basis
Government tax and national park fee.
All local transfer and jeep safari
3 nights 4 days Kathmandu with all activities as per mentioned in the
program with breakfast in twin sharing basis.
All entrance fees and arrival departure transfers with entrance fees in
monuments, English speaking tour guide.
COST EXCLUDES
· International round trip Air tickets for Kathmandu and personal
Travel Insurance.
· Emergency and evacuation flight,
· Wildlife Reserve entrance fee
· Airfare cost Kathmandu/Biratnagar/Kathmandu US$ 170 p/p or travel
cost By coach US$ 70 p/p 05 (seaters)
· Lunch and dinner while staying in Kathmandu
WHAT TO BRING FOR THIS TOUR ?
· Binoculars add greatly to your enjoyment for
bird and wildlife viewing.
· Neutral colored clothing is recommended for a visit to the jungle.
· Light clothing is needed for day time with a sweater and warm
jacket for the evenings from November to March.
· Pants / Trousers are recommended for elephant safari.
· Comfortable walking shoes, sun hat, sunglasses etc. are essential.
Insect repellent and personal medical requirements should be carried.
· We suggest guests travel light bringing only one small suitcase
or duffle bag.
· During the warmer months swimming suits are recommended.
· A Small flash light is recommended.
Program could be tailor made according to the interest
of the guest.
Special sport fishing activities are available upon request
INTRODUCTION
The Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve was established in
1976 under the National Parks and Wildlife Conservation Act 2029 (1973).
A wildlife reserve is defined in the Act as 'an area set aside for the
conservation of animal and bird-life, vegetation and landscape together
with the natural environment'. Under the Act NPWC 1973 all native flora
and fauna are totally protected in the protected areas of the country
even when they inhabit outside the protected area. The act prohibits all
domestic animals from grazing inside the park and the
reserve.
The reserve was primarily established to conserve the
last remnant population of Wild Water Buffalo (Bubalis arnee) in Nepal.
International endorsement
In December 1987 the Government of Nepal acceded to
the Ramsar Convention for inclusion of KTWR in the list of Wetlands of
International Importance established under the terms of the convention.
Realizing the importance of the site, it was designated as a wetland of
international importance and added to the Ramsar list in 17 December 1987
(IUCN, 1990).
The criteria for the inclusion of the site in the Ramsar
list are as follows (Scott, 1989)
· The wetland regularly supports more than 20,000
waterfowl.
· The wetland is of special value for maintaining the genetic and
ecological diversity of a region because of the peculiarities of its flora
and fauna.
Note
· Group size minimum of 2 pax and maximum 18 pax.
· All rates are subject to change without prior notice.
· The company is not responsible for the change occurring due to
strike, natural calamity, etc.
· Group rates are available upon request.
· Group having more than 14 pax is subject to one full complimentary
service.
· All bonafide employees of international institution, diplomatic
corps based in Nepal, travel trade personal and travel journalists are
entitled to special discount on our current tariff.
MT. EVEREST FLIGHT TOUR
FOR ONE HOUR WHICH IS CONDUCTED FOM KATHMANDU TOWARDS MT. EVEREST AND
BACK. IT IS AN HOUR LONG JOURNEY THAT LEAVES MEMORIES TO LAST A LIFETIME.
FLYING AT 25,000 FT.
WITH A GUARANTEED WINDOW SEAT AND WONDERFUL VIEW OF
MT. EVEREST RANGE. THE FLIGHT DURATION IS TOTAL 45 MINUTES.
THE COST: US$ 132. / PER PERSON INCLUDING BOTH WAY AIRPORT TRANSFER WITH
TOUR OFFICER.
BALLONNING TOUR
In JUST ONE HOUR, SHOW YOU ONE OF THE MOST SPECTACULAR VIEWS YOU ARE EVER
LIKE TO SEE BALLONNING IS THE ONLY WAY TO GET A 360 DEGREE VIEW OF THE
WORLD’S HIGHEST MOUNTAIN RANGE, THE HIMALAYAS. THE COST: US$ 299
PER PERSON( FLIGHT COST ONLY)
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