Friday, January 18, 2008

 

Wildlife Resort in Bardia National Park

Tiger Tops Karnali Jungle Lodge
Tiger Tops Karnali Lodge and Tented Camp are situated in the Royal Bardia National Park in far west Nepal. Accessible by flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj, a trip which offers breathtaking views of the Himalaya, followed by a 2 hour scenic drive along the East West Highway through the lowlands of Nepal passing many fascinating Tharu villages.Tiger Tops Nepal has pioneered adventure tourism in far West Nepal with the opening of a uniquely styled Jungle Lodge on the edge of the Royal Bardia National Park and a comfortable Tented Camp within the park, 18 kms north of the Lodge on the banks of the great Karnali River. Approximately 1000 sq kms in area, the park has a rich and varied wildlife - wild elephant, the Greater One Horned rhinoceros, leopard, blue bull, sambar and swamp deer, Chital (spotted deer), wild boar, and the most magnificent of cats, the Royal Bengal Tiger. Bardia is remote and still relatively unexplored, but over 300 species of birds have been recorded here. The park is surrounded by villages of some of the most spectacular and colourful Tharu tribal peoples.Tiger Tops Karnali offers a unique wildlife cultural and adventure experience. The lodge, built appropriately from local materials, is decorated in the style of the Tharus and blends perfectly with its surroundings. Its twelve double rooms with attached bathrooms offer comfortable accommodation whilst the central dining area and a well stocked bar provide an ideal setting for dining and relaxing.Over looking the snow-fed waters of the Karnali River is one of the most enchanting jungle camps in Asia - Tiger Tops Karnali Tented Camp. Patterned after the famous Tiger Tops Tented Camp in Royal Chitwan National Park, it offers the same high class facilities-spacious safari tents with twin beds, separate hot and cold showers and modern jungle toilet amenities. A fully stocked bar is open until the last guest retires. Nepali and Western cuisine is served around the campfire.Tiger Tops Karnali Lodge and Tented Camp, in conjunction with its affiliate Himalayan River Exploration, has introduced river running on the Bheri and Karnali Rivers. White water and scenic float trips are arranged for several days through the exciting rapids, deep gorges, forested hillsides and remote villages of these little known rivers before arriving at Tiger Tops Karnali
Tented Camp.
Rhino Lodge Bardia
Rhino Lodge is conveniently located only 5 minutes away from the park, 15 minutes from the park headquarters and 3 minutes from the elephant stable. The Lodge consisting of comfortable cottage accommodations have attached bathroom with hot and cold water is spread over a large area amid a peaceful and beautiful setting of well-manicured lawns, walkways and gardens full of flowers and plants. There is a separate dining hall where delectable Nepalese and Continental cuisines are served. This is also an ideal place for guests to gather in the evenings and share the day's experiences with each other. Rhino lodge is situated in a unique location for you to explore the park. During your stay, you will be treated to a whole roster of exciting activities. We will take you on elephant back to view wild animals in their natural habitat. This exciting jumbo ride guided by expert mahouts will take you across water courses and grasslands and provides the best vantage point for forays, deep into the jungle of which will be accompanied by expert naturalists who know the area well.We will also make forays deep into the jungle on a four wheel drive vehicle and enjoy not only the drive but also frequent sightings of the park's unique animals. Next, there will be nature walks in the jungle as well as bird watching and village tours all of which will be accompanied by expert naturalists who know the area well. A cultural programme performed by the Tharus will be other highlight of your stay with us.
Because we have the expertise. With many years experience in the business ( we operate a similar lodge facility in the Royal Chitwan National Park which we started more than 16 years ago) we know exactly how to ensure a QUALITY wildlife experience for our customers.
Forest Hideaway Hotel & Cottages
Forest Hideaway Hotel & Cottages was founded in 1992 and is presently Nepali owned. Due to the extensive experience of the management and the dedicated work of the staff Forest Hideaway has an unmatched reputation, both at home and abroad, as a well-run establishment. Additionally the Forest Hideaway team has the knowledge and facilities to offer you top quality advice and travel planning. Forest Hideaway Hotel & Cottages has been committed to the provision of quality service ever since its establishment. It is certified and approved by the Department of Tourism, Nepal. Forest Hideaway offers friendly and efficient services to you as our customer. Transport can be arranged using our own drivers and cars. Our local guides are multi-lingual and have extensive training and experience in eco-friendly tourist practice in and around the park. We also have the facilities to offer computerised air ticketing and hotel booking world-wide. City tours of the Kathmandu valley with knowledgeable guides can be organised. In fact we cater for all your travel plans and arrangements throughout Nepal including white-water rafting, mountain trekking, jungle safaris and even package tours of Tibet!
THARU STYLA RESORT
Known as ‘Tharu’, the indigenous people of the western lowlands of Nepal live in close harmony with nature. The local community depends on the forest and rivers for their survival and livelihood and still lives as they have done for generations. In keeping with this rural way of life, Forest Hideaway provides accommodation from budget to deluxe, in traditional clay and timber cottages with grass thatch roofing and indigenous décor.
The hotel contains a library, bar and restaurant offering a set buffet or appetizing a la carte menu. All this is situated within a beautiful garden.
Forest Hideaway Hotel & Cottages provides a relaxed setting from which to explore the pristine conservation area that is Royal Bardia National Park.
Electricity has not yet reached Bardia – kerosene lamps are used for lighting and solar power is utilized to heat the water during the day and hot water bottles at night. Recently, however, a generator has been added to the facilities which, when required, can add extra warmth and electricity to the hotel. Primarily this electricity is provided for battery charging facilities and the inclusion of a television for wildlife presentations.
Positive Tourism :Forest Hideaway endeavors to pass on the positives of tourism to the local Tharu community. The majority of the staff are from the surrounding villages, a third of whom have received formal certified training prior to employment. Local tradesmen are employed on an ad hoc basis and many local products are used in the resort where possible.
Essential Facts :WHERE are we? – Forest Hideaway is situated in the western lowland area of Nepal in Thakurdwara village on the peripheries of Royal Bardia National Park.
Nepal Wildlife Resort
“Unique” & “Exclusive” Nepal Wildlife Resort is situated of the south west Nepal at the best location at Royal Bardia National Park on the bank of one of the tributaries of the Karnali River. NWR operates with the philosophy that time & patience will reward both the serious & amateur naturalists with rich opportunities for wildlife viewing. With this view in mind we have built a view tower where guest can sit quietly & in protected comfort, watch the wildlife. It provides the unique opportunity to observe wildlife from a close range. The atmosphere we provide is clean and comfortable with the possibilities of staying in our lodge accommodations. Our staff consists of competent professionals dedicated to provide you with the necessary arrangement to make your wildlife experience a unique and memorable one. The Tharus, one of the ethnic tribes of Nepal, living nearby village will perform a traditional Tharu cultural dance in our Camp to entertain you in the evening

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