Full-Day Jungle Hike (deep park)

A full day in Chitwan, deep into the park.

Check availability 8-9 hours · 2–4 · Easy–moderate · From $58 pp

Duration 8-9 hours

Group size 2–4

Effort Easy–moderate

Departs 6:30AM

From $58 pp

Overview

Full-Day Jungle Hike (deep park)

The serious version. We'll cross deeper into the park than the half-day allows, with two licensed guides, packed lunch, a loop that takes in grassland, sal forest, and at least one watchtower. You'll cover roughly 14–18km on foot at an unhurried pace. It's the most rewarding tour we run for anyone who walks regularly back home.

Highlights

early start, cool morning trails
canoe crossing on the Rapti River
grassland, sal forest & riverbank in one loop
chance of fresh tiger or leopard tracks
possible sightings: rhino, wild elephant, tiger, leopard & more
250+ bird species possible — kingfishers, hornbills, eagles
watchtower stops for quiet, open views
packed jungle lunch in the shade
small groups only (2–4 guests)
guides trained in wildlife behaviour & safety
no jeeps — fully on foot, low-impact
silence built into the pace (real listening time)
finish back at the lodge in time for sunset on the deck

What's Included

Included

two licensed naturalist guides
national park entry permit & conservation fees
canoe ride to cross the Rapti River
take away packed lunch in the jungle
binoculars on request (shared)
pickup and drop-off from the lodge
first-aid kit carried by guides
watchtower access along the route

Not included

breakfast, morning tea / coffee before departure
light trail snacks (fruit, biscuits, energy bars)
bottled or filtered drinking water (refilled through the day)
pickup and drop-off from the lodge
binoculars
personal travel insurance
tips / gratuities for guides
personal gear (hiking boots, rain jacket, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent)

Good to Know

Best time / seasons

October to March: cooler, drier, best visibility April–May: hot but excellent for sightings near waterholes June–Sept: lush monsoon scenery, leech socks provided

Logistics

departs 6:30AM sharp from the lodge back at the lodge by late afternoon packed lunch eaten on the trail (no shop or stop) toilet breaks are bush-style, away from the path minimum 2 guests required to run; max 4 per group

Safety & wildlife

you'll get a short safety briefing before setting off always walk single file behind the lead guide silence is part of the plan — it's how we get closer to wildlife sightings are never guaranteed; the jungle decides in the unlikely event of a charge, follow your guide's instructions exactly

What to wear / bring

long trousers and long-sleeved shirts in dull colours (no bright reds, whites, or blues) closed walking shoes or light hiking boots hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent a small daypack with a refillable water bottle light rain jacket in monsoon months (June–Sept) camera with a zoom lens if you have one

Fitness & pace

14–18km on flat to gently undulating terrain easy-to-moderate effort, but the heat and distance add up not suitable for under-12s or anyone with mobility issues you'll be on foot the whole day — no jeep backup

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FAQ

Rhino, deer, monkeys, crocs and birds — very likely. Tiger and leopard — rare, but the deep park gives you the best odds we offer.
If you walk regularly back home, you'll be fine. 14–18km, mostly flat, unhurried pace — heat is usually the hardest part.
Long sleeves and trousers in muted colours, closed shoes, hat, sunscreen, repellent and extra snacks.
Your guides are trained for it. Walk single-file, stay quiet, and follow their lead — that's all it takes.