Bardiya National Park is one of the largest and undistributed national parks of Nepal located at the terai land covering an area of 968 km square. This National Park was established in 1988 and named the Royal Bardia National Park.

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BARDIYA NATIONAL PARK OF NEPAL
Bardiya National Park is one of the largest and undistributed national parks of
Nepal located at the terai land covering an area of 968 km square. This National
Park was established in 1988 and named the Royal Bardia National Park.
At the east of Bardiya lies the bank of Karnali River that bisects the Babai River
in Bardiya District. The crest of Siwalik Hills covers the northern territory.
The Nepalgunj – Surkhet Highway passes through this National Park on the
southern border and lies the human settlements on the western territory.
HISTORY OF BARDIYA NATIONAL PARK
In 1869, Bardiya was only a Royal Hunting Reserve with an area of 368 km
square. Even before that, the land was proclaimed by East India Company with the
treaty of Sugauli.
Bengal tiger
India returned the land after 45 years when Nepal took part in the Indian
Independence movement in 1857. It was then considered as the Royal Karnali

2. Wildlife Reserve till 1982 and proclaimed as Royal Bardia Wildlife Reserve
in 1984.
In 1988, finally, the land was named Bardiya National Park and still is a National
Park with an extended area up to 968 km square. Over 1500 citizens living in that
area were shifted somewhere else to make the place prime habitat for wild animals.
VEGETATION
Bardiya National Park is covered by riverine forest, grassland, and savannah on
over 70% of the land. Inside this National Park, 839 species of flora are preserved
that include 173 vascular plants, 140 dicots, six fern, one gynosperm, and 26
monocots species.
FAUNA
Bardiya Vegetation
In this wide range of natural habitat, 643 faunal species are found with a
comfortable livelihood. Those species include 125 species of fish in the Karnali-
Babai river with a small number of gharials, crocodiles, and reptiles.
MAMMALS

3. Most of the wildlife animals of Nepal are found in Bardiya National Park as over
53 species of mammals that include rhinoceros, elephants, Bengal tiger, swamp
deer, etc.
HERE ARE 5 THINGS YOU MUST DO WHILE
VISITING BARDIYA NATIONAL PARK
1. ELEPHANT SAFARI
Elephant riding is the best method to explore every corner of the dense forest
without worrying about being attacked by other animals. It is one of the wonderful
experiences you should have during the visit of any National Parks.
Along with the ride of giant Elephant, you will get the chance to explore other wild
animals like rhinoceros, tiger, crocodile, deer, etc. which would worth your
Elephant safari.
2. JUNGLE WALK
Jungle Walk

4. Walking on foot instead of riding the Elephant or Jeep would be the best thing to
explore the wildlife flora and fauna. This will increase the thrill and adventure
while watching the wildlife animals and birds closer than you expected.
Holding a camera and walking along with your guide and fellow friends would be
the lifetime opportunity to remember.
3. RAFTING IN KARNALI
Not a rafting you might be thinking, but its a calm and relaxing boating that floats
down the Karnali river providing you the beautiful scenery of natural habitat. You
will be able to spot birds and water animals during the raft.
Other wild animals like Elephants, deer, rhinos, etc. might be spotted during their
thrust for water. Also, traveling across the National Park on the water would be
itself a fantastic moment. So, never forget to have rafting in the Karnali river.
4. THARU CULTURAL DANCE
Surely, you would take days to complete your Bardiya National park tour. You will
enjoy the National Park during day time, and at night time, you can have a
different cultural experience with Tharu people.

5. Tharu Dance
They are the local people residing near the area where you can have your quality
time exploring their cultures and hospitality. Tharu people would perform you their
traditional dance providing their information on livelihood in the forest area.
5. EDUCATIONAL TOURS
Bardiya National Park consists of great history itself and accordance to the
educational field, and it is a great place for educational tours to let our new
generation learn about the National Park and the species present there.
This National Park has several animal breeding centers, especially of Elephants, in
which children would get the opportunity to learn. Even the crocodile
breeding center is also available in Bardiya. Additionally, children would get to
know about Tharu cultures, which they must have been reading on their textbooks.
The touring guides will clarify even more regarding the National Park for their
better understanding and knowledge.
6. CAMPING IN JUNGLE

6. If you resist camping at the Bardiya National Park then, it sure is possible and
absolutely safe. The organizers manage all the camping trips in the community
forest where the wild animals are also seen.
Bardiya Camping
You can experience the ancient moment of livelihood surrounded by the dense
forest. Camping on such a place at the bank of the Karnali river would definitely
be the memorable and adventurous nights of your life.
BEST TIME TO VISIT BARDIYA NATIONAL PARK
It is better to have information about the climate and condition before you travel
anywhere. The environment of Bardiya National Park has a sub-tropical monsoon
climate.
The climate remains hot during March to June, average monsoon climate during
July-October, and remains cold during October- February. You can choose your
favorable climate and visit the National Park whenever you feel its good for you.