The remote, untouched wilderness of the Bengal tiger

Tucked away in a remote pocket of the Terai in western Nepal is Bardia National Park, the country’s largest and most undisturbed wilderness area. Bound by the Siwalik Hills to the north and the Giraw River to the west, this is a place that doesn’t make it onto most travel itineraries, and the experince is all the richer for it.

The land was originally set aside as royal hunting grounds in the 60s but in 1988 was granted national park status with the aim of protecting its wildlife, namely the Bengal tiger.

The park suffered during the Maoist insurgency in the late 90s and poaching reached an all time high, but numbers have been steadily rising and the park is home to several endangered species, including elephants, the greater one-horned rhinocerous, gharial crocodiles and gangetic dolphins.

A safari here offers an exceptional experience where you’re more likely to bump into a leopard or langur monkey than a horde of snap-happy tourists.

 

The Jacada Difference

Seamless organisation, every step of the way

Journeys as meaningful as they are memorable

Remarkable stays, handpicked by our experts

Why book with Jacada?

Personalised design illustration image

Personalised design

We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.

Authentic experiences illustration image

Authentic experiences

Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.

Responsible travel illustration image

Responsible travel

Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.

Ready to plan your adventure?

Whatever you want from your Bardia National Park adventure, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

Meet your Indian Subcontinent team

Plan your trip to Bardia National Park

Whatever you want from your adventure in Bardia National Park, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

Plan with peace of mind

When you book a trip in today’s world there’s a lot to think about. But with the right advice and expert planning, you can do it with confidence.

If you book to travel with us but your plans are impacted by circumstances you can’t control, we’ll change your reservation or cancel your booking for a full credit towards future travel.

Find out more
Ariel view of waves breaking on a forested shoreline