Things to Do in Bardia National Park

Bardia National Park is western Nepal’s wilder safari — tigers, elephants and fewer crowds than Chitwan, based around Thakurdwara near Nepalgunj.

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Travellers Days Travel style Paid activity

Estimated trip budget Rs 24,800 1 traveller(s) · 3 day(s)

Stay / room / night	from Rs 3,500 × 1 room(s)
Food / person / day	from Rs 1,600
Paid activity / person	from Rs 2,000 Depends on selected activity and operator.
Local travel / group / day	from Rs 2,500
Stay subtotal	Rs 10,500
Food subtotal	Rs 4,800
Activity subtotal	Rs 2,000
Local travel subtotal	Rs 7,500

Planning estimate for Bardia National Park based on published Nepal tourist rates (2025–2026 guides). Hotel is per room (2 guests), food per person/day, local transport per group/day, paid activity once per traveller. Intercity buses/flights and permits are separate. Verify live prices before booking.

Bardia National Park price references

Last researched: 17 July 2026. Rates are planning benchmarks, not live quotes.

Rates use Nepal tourist-town averages; verify live hotel and activity prices.
Intercity buses/flights and permits are not included in the daily estimate.
Lokrio researched planning benchmark — Budget Rs 1,600–2,200 · deluxe ~Rs 3,500 · 4–5 star Rs 7,000–9,000; food up to Rs 2,000/person/day.
Hotel Jiyan — published room rates — Standard room Rs 1,500; AC/deluxe from Rs 2,000.
Pokhara Homes Hotel — published room rates — Normal room Rs 1,500; deluxe room Rs 2,000.
Hotel Sitasharan — Nepal room category guide — Standard Rs 1,200–2,500 and deluxe Rs 2,000–4,000.

Best time to visit

Oct–Mar; hot late spring.

Season	Conditions	Best for
Mar–May	Mild days, cold nights Carry layers; weather changes quickly.	Trekking and mountain views
Sep–Nov	Clear, stable conditions Peak permits and accommodation demand.	Trekking, photography
Dec–Feb	Cold; snow at altitude High passes may close.	Lower-elevation routes
Jun–Aug	Monsoon; rain-shadow varies Flights and roads can be disrupted.	Mustang rain-shadow trips

3-day Bardia National Park itinerary

Day 1 Arrival & highlights

Jeep safari
Jungle walks
Try: Dal bhat

Day 2 Activities & local culture

River activities
Birdwatching
Sightseeing

Day 3 Scenic side trip

Tharu culture
Jeep safari
Optional side trip: Kathmandu

Top activities & attractions

Sightseeing Activity Photography Activity Local food Activity Short walks Activity Guided tours where relevant Activity Jeep safari Activity Jungle walks Attraction River activities Attraction Birdwatching Attraction Tharu culture Attraction

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Planning Bardia National Park — FAQ

What is the best time to visit Bardia National Park?

Oct–Mar; hot late spring.

How much budget do I need for Bardia National Park?

A mid-range planning estimate is around Rs 8,267 per person per day for stay, food, local travel and one paid activity tier — excluding intercity transport, flights and permits.

How many days are enough for Bardia National Park?

Two to three days suit the main highlights in Bardia National Park; add extra days for nearby trips, trekking or weather delays.

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