Koshi Tappu National Park is located on the east and West Bank of the Sapta Koshi-river. Area of this park is 175 sq. km. It is famous for near extinct wild buffalo (Bubalus arnee or Arna in Nepali). The park has degraded grassland, riverine forest, and wetland that has provided sanctuary for 280 species of birds, two species of ibises, many storks, egrets, herons and endangered swamp partridge and bangal florican. The barrage on Koshi-river has been extremely valuable as resting-place for migratory bird. Its record shows many species of birds that are not sighted in other part of Nepal are found here. Koshi Tappu is best known for bird watching in Nepal. Gharial crocodile and Gangetic dolphin have been sighted in the river.
Janakpur is a historical city. It was the capital of an ancient state of Mithila. The name is derived from its king Janak who was father of Sita; it is one of the revered names in Hindu mythology. As the story goes she was married to Ram. Ram is revered as God in Hindu mythology and religion. Therefore the Janaki temple in Janakpur is the central attraction for all Hindus, especially devotees of Ram. The city remains in festive mood during the festival of Bibah (marriage) Panchami; it is celebrated annually to commemorate the marriage ceremony of Ram and Sita. Besides being a religious center it is well known for Mithili culture that extends far south in India.
Dhankutta-Basantapur-Hille: The highway to the eastern border –Kakarbhitta turns north at Itahari –a small cross road town - to Dharan and Dhankutta. Dharan lies at the foothill where Terai (plain) starts. The road from this bustling city gradually climbs to Dhankutta. As you leave the hot plain the drive to this hill station is pleasant. The distance from Itahari to Dhankutta is 75 km. There are good view of the eastern Himalayan range on the ridge at Hille and lots of rhododendron flower in spring on Milke danda (hill) on way to Basantapur. Hille is 13 km from Dhankutta and Basantapur is 25km. The area is well known for recruiting of Gorkha soldiers from Rai and Limbu ethnic people. This area used to be important place east of Arun river known is Limbuan or Pallo (other side) Kirat, originally carved out as an autonomous kingdom within Nepal. They established Kirateshor dynasty in 7th century BC in Kathmandu and ruled for 1000 years. Their language is Tibeto-Burman; they worship ancestors. They have Mongoloid features.
Tharu Village in Morang-Tarai: Tharus are first ethnic group to inhabit Terai when the entire plain was well known for Malaria spread by mosquito bite. Dhimal, Satar and Rajbanshi are other groups who have been living in this belt. Tharu and all other ethnic group in Terai have their own unique religion; like Kiratis they practice animism. Their physical features is Mongoloid.
Day
1. Arrive Kathmandu
2. In Kathmandu. Half day city tour.
3. Travel to Chitwan (overnight)
4. Overnight at Janakpur.
5. Travel from Janakpur to Koshi Tappu national park
6. Overnight in the National Park
7. Travel from Kishi Tappu park to Dhankutta
8. In and around Dhankuta
9. in and around Dhankutta
10. Travel from Dhankutta to Ilam
11. Visit Tharu and Dhimal villages.
12. Travel to Biratnagar and fly to Kathmandu.
13. In Kathmandu. Half day city tour
14. Depart Kathmandu
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Notes:
Airfare is included in the tour price.
Cost Include:
1. Hotel accommodation in the cities on bed and breakfast in a 2-3 star category hotel
2. Sightseeing tour according to the programme
3. Ground transportation (private car/bus)
4. Jungle safari on full board and camp activities
Cost Exclude:
1. Sightseeing entrace permit in Kathmandu
2. Personal accident and health insurance.
3. Emergency evacuation and medical-box.
4. Alcoholic and bottled beverage, laundry, and tips
5. Any other services and expenses that are not specifically mentioned
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