Walking safari in Chitwan National Park

Discover Chitwan differently: on foot

1 full day (6:30 AM – 6:00 PM)

5.0 (21 verified reviews)

1 jungle guide + 1 tracker Bush picnic lunch included

Discover Chitwan differently: on foot

Far from standard Jeep convoys, this full day allows you to explore Chitwan National Park completely on foot, guided by a certified naturalist guide and an experienced tracker.

Starting early in the morning to catch peak animal activity, your team tracks pugmarks, scent marks, alarm calls, and broken branches to locate wildlife in their pristine habitats.

The Royal Bengal tiger is our primary search focus, but Chitwan also provides world-class opportunities to observe greater one-horned rhinos, sloth bears, wild elephants, spotted deer, langurs, gharials, and mugger crocodiles.

Lunch is freshly served in the shade of primeval jungle trees, allowing you to maximize every hour inside the national park without exiting.

⚠️ 100% Wild Nature & Ethical Wildlife Commitment

Animals roam completely free in their natural ecosystem. No sighting can ever be 100% guaranteed. Walking safaris prioritize stealth, deep bushcraft patience, and strict respect for safety distances with large mammals.

Trek & Safari Combo

Ideal after a trek in Nepal

This formula is particularly well-suited for travelers completing a trek in the Himalayas (Annapurna Circuit, Annapurna Base Camp, Manaslu, Langtang, or Everest) who wish to add an authentic day of wild safari without committing to a full multi-week tour package.

Total Flexibility Seamlessly add a single safari day to your independent Nepal itinerary.

Striking Contrast Transition from snowy Himalayan summits to lush subtropical jungle.

Direct Local Price 70 € / person all-inclusive (guide, tracker, official park permit & lunch).

Full Schedule

Your day on the trail

6:30 AM — Early Departure

Safety briefing & Rapti river dugout canoe crossing

Meet your senior naturalist guide and tracker. Full briefing on foot safari safety protocols and body language. Short transfer and traditional dugout wooden canoe crossing of the Rapti river at sunrise.

Morning — Tracking & Deep Immersion

Silent patrol through Chitwan prime habitats

Tracking fresh tiger pugmarks, listening to spotted deer and langur alarm calls. Walking across tall Sal forests, oxbow lakes, and elephant grass floodplains favored by one-horned rhinos.

12:30 PM — Bush Picnic

Lunch in the wild jungle canopy

Enjoy a freshly packed lunch in a safe observation machan (tower) or beneath high trees near a watering hole. Midday rest during the warmest hours.

Afternoon & Twilight

Waterhole stakeouts, crocodile sightings & return

Resuming the search as animals become active again in late afternoon. Observing gharials, muggers, and kingfishers on riverbanks before exiting the park around 6:00 PM.

Transparent Price (70 €)

What's included in your full day

✓ Included in the price

•1 certified naturalist guide + 1 jungle tracker
•Official entrance permit for Chitwan National Park
•Full bush picnic lunch in nature
•Local transfer to/from park entrance
•Traditional wooden canoe crossing across Rapti river
•Filtered drinking water for the trail

✕ Not included

•Accommodation (single day tour structure)
•Personal soft or alcoholic beverages
•Gratuities for the local guide & tracker
•Personal travel and emergency insurance

Traveller feedback

Verified reviews

5.0

★★★★★

Camille & Thomas

Verified travellers • Walking safari after Annapurna Circuit

★★★★★

"We had just finished our trek and wanted an authentic wildlife day without crowded jeeps. This walking safari was pure magic: we encountered 3 rhinos and a sloth bear at safe distance. The guide and tracker were remarkably professional."

Nicolas V.

Wildlife photographer • Full day walking safari

★★★★★

"Tracking on foot allows an intimacy with nature you simply never experience from a vehicle. Our guide knew every bird call and track. The picnic in the jungle was fresh and delicious."

Frequently asked questions about Chitwan walking safari

What is the advantage of a walking safari over a Jeep tour in Chitwan?

Walking provides total sensory immersion with zero engine noise. You can access narrow jungle tracks inaccessible to vehicles and follow fresh wildlife tracks in real time.

How is safety managed on foot in the jungle?

You are always accompanied by two licensed native professionals (lead guide and rear tracker). They are rigorously trained in animal behavior, wind direction, safe approach routes, and emergency response.

How much walking is involved?

The pace is gentle and includes frequent observation stops. You will walk around 10 to 15 km on flat terrain over the course of the full day between 6:30 AM and 6:00 PM.

Can I book directly after my trek in Pokhara or Kathmandu?

Yes! You can reserve your specific date with us directly via WhatsApp. Chitwan (Sauraha) is easily reached via tourist buses or private car from Pokhara (4-5 hrs) or Kathmandu (5-6 hrs).