Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve & Bird Watching Safari

Situated in the eastern plains along the mighty Sapta Koshi River, Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve is internationally renowned as an avian paradise. It protects rich wetlands, reed marshes, and grasslands harboring wild water buffaloes, fishing cats, wild boars, and hundreds of species of waterfowl and migratory birds.

3 days / 2 nights Wildlife safari Difficulty: Easy Group Size: 1-12 persons

Overview

Trip highlights

✓ A Ramsar designated wetland sanctuary acclaimed as the bird-watching capital of South Asia
✓ Home to over 500 resident and migratory bird species from Siberia and Central Asia
✓ Last remaining habitat in Nepal for the endangered wild water buffalo (Arna)
✓ Boat safari on the Sapta Koshi River to spot endangered Gangetic dolphins and marsh muggers

Daily itinerary

Morning 45-minute flight from Kathmandu to Biratnagar, followed by a scenic transfer to Koshi Tappu camp. Afternoon bird walk along the river embankments and briefing on the wetland ecology.

Early morning bird-watching tour to observe migratory flocks. Gentle float trip by raft/boat down the Sapta Koshi River looking for Gangetic dolphins. Afternoon safari tracking the wild water buffalo herds.

Dawn excursion for rare raptors and swamp birds. Breakfast at camp before transferring to Biratnagar airport for flight back to Kathmandu.

What's included

✓ 2 nights safari camp accommodation with all meals included
✓ Reserve entry permits and expert birding ornithologist guide
✓ Boating safari and jeep / walking excursions as per itinerary
✓ Complimentary morning tea, coffee, and mineral water

What's excluded

✕ Flights Kathmandu–Biratnagar–Kathmandu
✕ Personal expenses, bar bills, and tips