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Temple Tiger
Temple Tiger Jungle Lodges and Wildlife
Camps one of the finest in Asia , is
situated in the heart of Royal Chitwan
National Park on the far western side
and has the enviable distinction of
being the best located property inside
the National Park. This is proven by the
record sightings of the elusive Royal
Bengal Tiger, one horned Rhinoceros,
crocodile and Gharial. Our territory of
this fantastic reserve appeals to
wildlife enthusiasts as well as visiting
Ornithologists who consider our area a
paradise for bird watching as both
resident and migratory birds visit here
in abundance.
Temple Tiger is the only Lodge inside
the National Park of Chitwan , from
where you can witness the natural game
of prey and predator, from the hanging
platform itself. This viewing deck,
constructed above a huge man-made swamp
provides a fantastic display of animals
visiting the swamp or on the land.
Besides the view from your balcony, we
also arrange jungle safaris on elephant
back or by land rover. Nature walks
accompanied by well-trained naturalists
are very popular among nature lovers.
Canoeing on the Narayani River provides
an opportunity to watch gharial,
dolphins and crocodiles from close
quarters.
The Temple Tiger Jungle Lodge has tried
and succeeded in creating a truly
relaxing and welcoming atmosphere
without disturbing the surrounding
tranquillity of the jungle.
There are 32 individual super deluxe
jungle lodges. These wooden lodges or
villas as they are called are on stilts
and are equipped with all 5 star
amenities and have a private balcony
over-looking the grassland. The
tastefully decorated rooms with Tharu
artifacts have wall to wall carpets, a
sofa and international size twin/ double
bed, The spacious, attached bathrooms
with running hot and cold water are a
beautiful blend of wood, marble and
bamboo (rattan). The thatched roofs of
the villas are made from the abundant
Siru grass therefore they blend easily
into the surroundings. The tented camps
are situated in the vicinity of the
jungle lodges.
GETTING THERE
Depending on time available and
preferences, a number of options are
available for the discerning traveler.
International arrivals are all via
Tribhuban Airport in Kathmandu
(1300mtrs.) the capital city and heart
of the culture of Nepal . Two hundred
kilometres west lies Pokhara (1000mtrs.)
at the foot of the great Annapurna
mountain range. Between these two and in
the lowlands to the south, is Chitwan
National Park (200mtrs.)home to Temple
Tiger Jungle Lodge.
By Air :
The Temple Tiger Jungle Lodge in the
Royal Chitwan National Park can be
reached either by domestic airlines or
the land route. 3-4 domestic airlines
fly to Bharatpur which is a 25 minute
flight. You will be met at the airport
and driven to the Amaltari Ghat by a
TTJL representative which will take
1hour 20minutes. On reaching the Ghat on
the banks of the Narayani River , your
jungle oddessy begins. Upon arrival, the
guests will be transferred by riverboats
and elephants/landrovers to the Temple
Tiger Jungle Lodge.
By Land Route :
Roads leading west from Kathmandu , or
east from Pokhara meet midway between
the two at Mugling. The main road turns
south from here following the course of
the Narayani through the middle hills to
the Terai (lowlands) belt 35 kms south.
At Narayanghat, we meet the Mahendra
Highway and turn east through Chitwan.
After about 50 kms, we drive south on a
dirt road for the 15 kms drive to
Amaltarighat.
The 190 kms. drive gives a fascinating
view of life in rural Nepal , rivers,
and villages, rice terraces and forested
hillsides. A good option is to drive one
way, fly the other.
By Raft : A
thrilling activity can be incorporated
into the drive About 2 ½ hrs. after
leaving Kathmandu Charaundi is reached,
from where the rafting begins. After 3
hours white water rafting on the
Trishuli river, we arrive at Kurintar.
There a packed lunch will be provided.
Another 3hr. drive will take you to
AmaltariGhat, on the banks of River
Narayani. Variation in the rafting
itineary can be arranged with trips
lasting upto three days, camping enroute.
For visitors from Pokhara it would be an
overnight stay at a lodge and rafting on
the Seti River . Special rafting
itineraries ranging from a day to 15
days with all camping facilities can
also be arranged. (see our special
section on rafting).
All the guides possess knowledge about
emergency medical treatment, on the
flora & fauna and also about the geology
& history of Nepal . River trips vary
from one to ten days and from scenic
floating to some of the most challenging
white water rafting available in the
world. All the equipment meet highest
standards of comfort and safety
including life jacket waterproof bags,
ammo boxes & camping gears.
SERVICE & FACILITIES:
The best times for visiting Temple Tiger
are from mid- September as the monsoon
ends, right through until the next
pre-monsoon period the following June.
The Lodge can be reached from Kathmandu
and Pokhara by air, road, or a
combination of road and river trip (see
detailed section 'Getting there")
The main Lodge area consists of a
central complex carved out from the
jungle. Here are found the main Lodge
buildings. Traditionally built and
thatched roofed, briefing and relaxing
areas, the bar, a fine restaurant, a
shop to meet most needs, a library and
an outstanding wildlife viewing platform
built out unto the wetlands adjacent to
the lodge.
Accommodation is in bungalows supported
on wooden stilts and distributed in
well-spaced jungle clearings. All rooms
have their own bathrooms, solar heated
water systems, and solar powered
electricity. They offer a cozy and warm
environment.
Guest activities include early morning
and afternoon elephant safaris lasting
up to two hours. Large tracts of the
surrounding countryside can be visited
and diverse wildlife can be encountered.
The nearby Narayani River offers
tranquil float trips with opportunities
for sighting Gharial, dolphins and
crocodiles from close quarters, picnic
lunches and rambles back through the
jungle to the lodge. Four wheel drive
vehicles can venture further afield and
separate visits can be arranged to the
park headquarters and the Gharial
Breeding Centre at Sauraha. The trips
are accompanied throughout by our
trained wildlife guides who also present
slide shows, briefings and can oversee
evening discussion programmes around the
campfire.
Food is varied, fresh and healthy. A mix
of western, Asian and oriental, there is
generally something to meet everyone's
expectations.
The aim of Temple Tiger jungle Lodge is
to create a truly relaxing, welcoming
and fascinating atmosphere without
disturbing the surrounding tranquility
of the jungle.
VIEWING DECK : This viewing deck
is a major attraction from which various
species of birds including migratory
ones can be spotted. The man made swamp
below has become a waterhole for
occasional wildlife visitors too.
BOATMEN : To ferry you across
River Narayani
ROUND HOUSE : This lounge area in
the gazebo style with its welcoming
atmosphere is a favourite with all. The
bar makes it a good relaxing spot.
SQUARE DINING HALL : its central
sunken fireplace sets the perfect mood
for a warm meal or quiet relaxation.
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