Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve

Establish: In 1976 A . D.

Area : 176 sq. kms.

Location : The Wildlife Reserve lies on the flood plains of the Sapta Koshi river in the southeastern Tarai of Nepal . In 1987, the reserve was declared, ramsar site, a wetland f international significance. 

Vegetation : Tropical forest along the Arun river to icy mountain summits.

Wildlife : The reserve offers important habitat for a variety of wildlife . The last surviving population ( about 100 ) of wild buffalo or arna are found here. Other mammals are the hog deer, wild boar, spotted deer and the blue bull.

Birds : Around 441 species of birds may seen nowhere else in Nepal (14 endemic species) have been recorded, including 20 duck species, 2 ibis species, White tailed stonechat, Striated marsh warbler, 30 shore birds, 114 water birds and the endangered Swamp partridge and Bengal florican.

Activities : Elephant safari, Bird watching, Nature walk, Dugout canoe ride, Culture tour etc…….


Packages: 2 Night / 3 Days Pragramme 

RESERVE'S REGULATIONS
An entry fee has to pay at the Reserve’s entrance gate.
All flora and fauna are fully protected and must not be disturbed.
Do not purchase illegal animal or plant products.
Carry out non biodegradable items such as plastic & bottles.
Place trash in rubbish bins.
No one should walk within the Reserve between sunset and sunrise
Respect religious and cultural sites.
Camping in side the park should be made only at the designed areas.
Visitors should be self sufficient in fuel supply (kerosene) . The use of firewood is strictly prohibited.