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Chitwan National Park
Sal forests cover 70% of the area and there are
about 600 species of plants and are home to the only significant
number of one-horned rhinos and other endangered species
like the Bengal Tiger, the Gangetic Dolphins and the
Gharial Crocodile. There are altogether over 43 species
of large mammals, 526 species of birds, 150 different types
of butterflies, 126 species of fish and 49 species of reptiles.
• Wildlife:
The fauna of the terai is striking and the most obvious
are the handsome black-faced, grey langur monkeys and the
common brownish red rhesus monkeys. Deers include the spotted,
barking, samber, hog, swamp and Asia’s largest antelope,
the blue bull.
Other animal species found here are leopards,
wild dogs, various species of mongoose and cats, wild boar,
porcupines, bats and squirrels. Today, Chitwan boasts of
nearly 500 one-horned rhinos; a quarter of the species total
and their numbers continue to grow. About 100 tigers have
also been counted in the park.
• Nature
trek to Gadi Hill:
Uppardang Gadhi is a classic octagonal artillery fort, passing
into the Chitwan hills that defended the surrounding countryside
during the reign of Bahadur Shah. The fort offers spectacular
views in every direction. Village walks, nature and bird
watching tours and the Chepang Chitwan Hills trail will
be of special interest to visitors. The area is accessible
from as far as Shaktikhor, walking uphill. An alternate
route is to start from Hugdi (80kms from Kathmandu).
• Siraichuli
Viewpoint:
A new trail has been identified which offers magnificent
sunrise and sunset views from the top of Siraichuli hill.
A panoramic view of the Himalayas, a mixture of experiences
of hills and Terai, Cultural Experiences of Chepang and
other ethnic groups, bird watching, home-stay and other
natural attractions make this trail a must to visit.
• Paragliding:
One of the newest adventure sports on offer at this location
is paragliding. Visitors can make arrangements with their
respective travel agencies.
• Home-Stay
tourism and culture:
Villagers offer a unique accommodation opportunity. Stay
in their beautiful home as guests and discover the unique
culture in this area.
• Bird
Watching:
Chitwan is a birdwatcher’s delight with more than
450 migrant and local species recorded. The most sightings
are in February-March (spring) when thousands of water birds
migrate along the Koshi Tappu reserve.
• Rafting
Raft down the Trishuli River to Chitwan for a different
start to the Chitwan experience. A gentle 2_3 day floats
down to Narayanghat; only 8kms from Chitwan. Trips start
at Mugling or further up.
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