Bardiya can be toured as a separate entity entirely on its own, but due to its remote location in the far Midwest region of the country, we recommend that it be combined with a rafting trip on the Karnali River, which is also in the same general region. Therefore, killing two birds with the single stone, so to speak, is the most popular and practical solution for rafting and wildlife aficionados.

After the 9-day rafting trip is over, one drives from the pull out point of Chisapani and drives to Bardiya by bus, where one is made comfortable in our choice of hotel. After a hot shower and a hot cuppa, a jungle walk in the late afternoon will enable one to catch sight of the native fauna at the local waterholes. A vast variety of birds, monkeys, deer and the occasional herd of wild pigs can be seen.

Day to day activity of Bardiya

Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu and check into hotel. Prepare documents and paper work
Day 02: Fly or drive to Nepalgunj. Drive to Bardiya and check into hotel. Cultural tour to a Tharu village and a visit to the Elephant breeding centre
Day 03: Jungle walk on which animals like the barking deer, black bears, blue bulls (nilgai) and rhinos can be seen. There are very good chances of getting a glimpse of the magnificent Royal Bengal tiger. In fact tiger sightings in Bardiya trek are much more frequent than at Chitwan
Day 04: A jungle walk along the banks of the Karnali River to see the rare genetic  dolphin, followed by a safari on elephant-back
Day 05: Sightseeing of wildlife from the remote comfort of a rowboat on the Karnali River
Day 06: Bird watching in the morning followed by the return drive or flight to Nepalgunj. Fly  to Kathmandu
Day 07: Depart Kathmandu

Itinerary for rafting on the Karnali and Bardiya

Day 1: Depart Kathmandu by bus for Sauli
Days 2-9: Spend eight-and-a-half days of incredible, adrenaline, high-octane sport challenging Nepal’s longest and largest river. Additional bonuses are the wonderful sights of exotic wildlife and the splendour of pristine jungle wilderness one passes through.
Day 9: Exit the river at Chisapani and take a bus ride to Bardiya National Park. Check into the hotel there for the next segment of a mind-blowing adventure. Cultural tour to a Tharu village and a visit to the Elephant breeding centre
Day 10: Jungle walk on which animals like the barking deer, black bears, blue bulls (nilgai) and rhinos can be seen. There are very good chances of getting a glimpse of the magnificent Royal Bengal tiger. In fact tiger sightings in Bardiya trek are much more frequent than at Chitwan
Day 11: A jungle walk along the banks of the Karnali River to see the rare Gangetic dolphin, followed by a safari on elephant-back
Day 12: Sightseeing of wildlife from the remote comfort of a rowboat on the Karnali River
Day 13: Bird watching in the morning followed by the return drive or flight to Nepalgunj. Fly to Kathmandu
Day 14: Depart Kathmandu

>All meals as specified for trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner with tea/coffee).
>Arrival pick up & departure.
>All internal local transport as per the itinerary.
>Internal flights
>All trekking arrangements including trekking permits, climbing permits, National Park entrance fees.
>Accommodation in twin sharing local lodges or best available places for accommodation,
>Trekking & Climbing leader & porter (salary, insurance, food, accommodation & other allowances).
>Basic first aid kit is carried by your leader.
>All hard ware gears
>Fare well dinner after the trip

>Kathmandu food lunch & dinner,
>International flights to Kathmandu,
>Tips for Porter, guide & other
>Personal climbing gears and climbing boot, clothing & equipment
>Personal expenditure, all bar bills, laundry, telephone calls, hot shower in the mountain region, mineral water, snacks, desserts.
>Medical examination (if required) & vaccination costs
>Optional trips. Charges incurred as a result of delays beyond our control
>Visa fees & Travel insurance. Airport taxes
>Meals or drinks except the 3 main meals specified in itinerary
>Anything else not specified in the ‘included costs’ section above