# Chitwan 2-Day Safari

> The Chitwan 2-day safari is the quickest way to see Nepal's most famous national park. Drive from Kathmandu to Sauraha, walk through a Tharu village and watch sunset over the Rapti River, then spend the next morning on a dugout canoe trip and a guided jungle walk, looking for the one-horned rhinoceros, deer, crocodiles and birds.Transport, naturalist guide, park fees, a night in a jungle resort and all meals in Chitwan included. For a jeep safari and more time in the park, choose our 3-day Chitwan jungle safari.

## Trip facts
- **Destination:** Nepal
- **Duration:** 2 days
- **Difficulty:** Easy
- **Activity:** Wildlife safari
- **Max altitude:** About 150 m / 490 ft
- **Best season:** Oct–Apr
- **Group size:** 1–15 people
- **Accommodation:** Jungle resort in Sauraha
- **Meals:** All meals in Chitwan
- **Price:** from US$190 per person
- **Web page:** https://himalayanhiking.com/chitwan-2-day-safari
- **Book:** https://himalayanhiking.com/booking?trip=chitwan-2-day-safari

## Overview
**Quick answer:** a 2-day trip from Kathmandu to Chitwan, from US$190 per person including transport, park fees, resort and meals.

See our [Chitwan National Park guide](/places/chitwan-national-park).

### At a glance

FactDetailsDuration2 days, 1 nightBaseSaurahaActivitiesTharu village, canoe trip, jungle walkCostFrom US$190 per person

## Highlights
- One-horned rhinos
- Dugout canoe on the Rapti River
- Guided jungle walk
- Tharu village
- Sunset by the river

## Day-by-day itinerary
### Day 1: Drive to Chitwan
Drive from Kathmandu to Sauraha (5–6 hours). Afternoon Tharu village walk and sunset by the Rapti River.
_Altitude: 150 m · Meals: Lunch, dinner · Overnight: Jungle resort_

### Day 2: Canoe, jungle walk, return
Early canoe trip and guided jungle walk in the national park, then lunch and drive back to Kathmandu.
_Walking: 2–3 hours · Altitude: 150 m · Meals: Breakfast, lunch_

## What is included
- Private vehicle Kathmandu – Chitwan – Kathmandu
- Licensed naturalist guide
- Chitwan National Park fees
- Jungle resort (1 night)
- All meals in Chitwan
- Canoe trip, jungle walk and village walk
- All government and local taxes

## Not included
- Jeep safari (optional add-on)
- Drinks
- Tips

## Useful information
### Wildlife

Sightings are never guaranteed; rhinos are often seen near the river.

### Clothing

Wear neutral colours on jungle walks.

## Packing list
- Neutral-coloured clothes
- Comfortable shoes
- Insect repellent
- Binoculars
- Sun hat

## Frequently asked questions
### Is 2 days enough for Chitwan?
It's enough for a taste of the park; 3 days is more relaxed.

### Will I see rhinos?
Very likely, though not guaranteed.

### How much does it cost?
From **US$190 per person**.

### Can I start from Pokhara?
Yes.