4 Night 5 day Koshi Tappu Jungle safari Tour

Early morning departure from Kathmandu by road, journeying east as the landscape transitions from mid-hill river valleys down to the subtropical plains of the Terai.

Arrive at the safari jungle lodge in Koshi Tappu, check in, unpack, and refresh with welcome drinks.

Dedicated rest and downtime to recover from the overland journey.

Comprehensive orientation briefing led by a senior resident naturalist detailing the wildlife reserve's delicate wetland ecosystem, rare species, and upcoming safari schedule.

Wholesome local dinner followed by a quiet, peaceful overnight stay surrounded by nature.

Early morning wake-up call to catch peak bird activity at first light.

Guided birdwatching and interpretive nature walk across marshes, mudflats, and tall elephant grasslands with an expert ornithologist.

Return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast.

Midday open-top jeep safari venturing into interior sectors of the reserve to spot endangered wild water buffalo (Arna), spotted deer, wild boar, blue bulls (Nilgai), and marsh mugger crocodiles.

Late afternoon leisure, photography, dinner, and comfortable overnight stay at the lodge.

Wholesome breakfast followed by a scenic wooden boat safari along the tranquil currents of the Koshi River.

Drift past secluded sandbars, islands, and riverine habitats to observe wading storks, ibis, terns, and the elusive Gangetic river dolphin.

Dedicated time for wildlife and wetland landscape photography along the riverbanks.

Wholesome lunch back at the lodge and short afternoon rest.

Guided cultural walking tour through traditional indigenous Tharu villages to observe authentic mud-relief architecture, daily agrarian rhythms, and regional customs.

Dinner featuring local Terai culinary specialties followed by overnight rest.

Early morning sunrise excursion exploring secluded lagoons, oxbow lakes, and dense scrublands to spot rare migratory waterfowl and raptors.

Return to the resort for breakfast, followed by an additional deep-track wildlife safari to observe herd dynamics and grazing buffaloes.

Midday lunch followed by a free afternoon for relaxation, macro photography around the lodge gardens, or an optional self-paced village stroll.

Enjoy a tranquil final evening listening to the ambient chorus of nocturnal wilderness and frogs across the wetlands.

Farewell dinner and comfortable overnight stay.

Wholesome breakfast at the lodge followed by packing and room check-out.

Embark on the scenic drive back toward the Kathmandu Valley, enjoying the changing countryside panoramas, river gorges, and terraced hills.

Arrive in Kathmandu by late afternoon or early evening.

Tour conclusion with scheduled airport transfer for onward departures or assistance with trip extensions across Nepal with Om Holidays Tour & Trek.