Chitwan Safari Package 2 Nights 3 Days: Price & Itinerary

Length: 2 nights, 3 days
Price from: $165 per person
Where: Sauraha, Chitwan
Group size: Up to 12
Activity level: Easy
Stay: Lodge in Sauraha
Meals: All meals
Best months: October–April

About this tour

With two nights, you get a full day in the middle and nothing to rush. You'll do the canoe and the walk in the cool of the morning, rest through the heat, then head into the grasslands by jeep in the afternoon.

Arrival and departure days are kept lighter: a village walk, sunset at the river and, if you'd like to see working elephants and their calves, the elephant breeding center.

So when people ask us how long to stay, this is the package we suggest.

Highlights

Half-day jeep safari in the national park
Canoe ride and guided jungle walk
Visit to the elephant breeding center
Two nights with all meals

Program

Day 1: Arrival
- Arrive in Sauraha and check in.
- Lunch, then a Tharu village walk.
- Sunset at the riverbank and dinner.
Day 2: Full safari day
- Canoe ride on the Rapti at sunrise.
- Guided walk back through the forest.
- Lunch and rest.
- Afternoon jeep safari in the national park.
- Evening cultural show.
Day 3: Morning and departure
- Early visit to the elephant breeding center or bird walk.
- Breakfast and departure.

Activities may be reordered on the day for weather, river levels or park rules.

What the price includes

Included

Two nights in a Sauraha lodge.
All meals from lunch on day 1 to breakfast on day 3.
Park entry fees and licensed nature guide.
Shared jeep safari, canoe ride, jungle walk, village walk and cultural show.
Pickup and drop at the Sauraha bus park.

Not included

International flights, Nepal visa and travel insurance.
Drinks, snacks and personal shopping.
Tips for guides, drivers and lodge staff.
Anything not listed under what's included.

Meeting point and cancellations

Where we meet

Your lodge in Sauraha, or the Sauraha tourist bus park if you arrive by bus.

If your plans change

Cancel 7 or more days ahead for a full refund (minus card fees); 3–6 days ahead, half is refunded; inside 72 hours there is no refund. Read the full cancellation policy.

Good to know

Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed. Your guide will choose routes for the season and the day's conditions. Check what each month is like and what to bring before you travel, and read our safety notes if you're traveling with children.

Questions about this tour

Why do you suggest two nights?

Because you get one full day with nothing to rush: the canoe and walk in the cool morning, a rest through the heat, then the jeep in the afternoon. Arrival and departure days stay light. One night works but feels like a dash, and three nights suits people who want more time in the park.

Are meals included?

Yes, all meals from lunch on day 1 to breakfast on day 3. Drinks and snacks aren't. Vegetarian food is easy to find, and if you have other needs, add them when you book and we'll pass them on to the lodge.

When is the best time to go?

October to April is the main season, and February and March are often best for wildlife, once the grass has been cut. December and January mornings are cool and foggy, while April and May are very hot. The best time to visit page goes through it month by month.

Can I see elephants on this package?

Yes, without riding. On day 3 you can choose an early visit to the elephant breeding center, where the park's working elephants raise their calves, or a bird walk instead.

Where will I stay?

In a lodge in Sauraha, the village on the north bank of the Rapti, a short walk from the river crossing into the park. Pickup and drop at the Sauraha bus park are included.