Day 1: Arrival in Chitwan & Guided Nature Exploration
Travel from Kathmandu or Pokhara to Chitwan and check in at your eco-friendly resort. After lunch, enjoy a guided nature drive through designated forest and buffer-zone areas with a trained local naturalist. The experience focuses on landscape interpretation, birdlife, and understanding the ecosystem, without disturbing wildlife.
In the evening, attend a Tharu cultural presentation showcasing traditional music, dance, and storytelling in a respectful and educational setting. Dinner and overnight stay at the resort.
Day 2: Tharu Village Immersion & Traditional Cooking
After breakfast, begin a full-day Tharu village immersion experience.
Guided walking tour through traditional villages, farms, and community spaces
Learn about Tharu architecture, agriculture, and daily life
Participate in a hands-on cooking session with a local family using fresh, seasonal ingredients
Enjoy the meal together and learn the cultural significance of the dishes
Listen to elders share stories, folklore, and oral history of the Tharu community
The day offers excellent opportunities for cultural photography and storytelling in a respectful environment.
Return to the resort in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3: Departure
Enjoy breakfast at the resort. Transfer to the bus station or private vehicle for departure, carrying meaningful memories of Chitwan’s culture, people, and natural surroundings.