TENTATIVE PROGRAM BASED ON 2 NIGHTS AT MACHAN COUNTRY VILLA
Arrive at Machan Country Villa via Narayan Ghat Bridge which is 43 K.M from the main East- West highway towards Danda, Kawasoti. Upon arrival there will be a short briefing on the program and our facilities and the rooms will be assigned.
Visit to the Village: The village is dominant of Tharu Community. Tharu one of the popular and respected indigenous group of Nepal rich in their typical culture and typical lifestyle. Our naturalist will brief you about the social and cultural aspect of the villagers and their lifestyle.
Crafty locals: Villagers will show you their skills in craftsmanship, where they will exhibit traditional handicrafts used in their daily lives.
Slide presentation: One of our jungle experts will introduce background data and history of the Chitwan National Park as well as some other topics relating to wildlife. Your questions are most welcome.
Dinner at the central dining hall.
Breakfast at the resort.
Bird Watching/Nature Walk: Wake-up call followed by tea or coffee then proceed for Bird watching/Nature walk. Out of 519 species of the birds we have recorded 276 species in our area. Hence, the area around Machan Country Villa is considered a Paradise for bird watchers. Our guides will help you to identify some of the species of these birds.
Lunch at the central dining hall.
Jeep Safari: Drive to Lamachaur for the entry inside the forest and start a jungle drive. Optional: At some point During Jeep drive, our guide will stop jeep drive and take you a short walk inside the jungle. (Jungle walk is one the adventurous and entertaining activity of Chitwan. One can walk through dense forest around the natural habitat of the wild animals during the jungle walk).
Boating (subject to weather conditions & water level in the river): Start boating in a traditional patela boat for about 45 minutes which takes you on a silent trip down the Narayani River to view aquatic birds, crocodiles, Gharials and the animals of the river banks.
Sundowner Experience: After the enchanting boat ride you will be welcomed on the banks of Narayani River where refreshment are offered. Sip back and relax while the sun sets and the tranquil of the jungle relaxes you. Add on: make your sundowner experience more exclusive with a glass of wine and cheese along with light snacks. The setting will be upgraded with lounging chairs and canopy tent at the river bank.
Tharu Cultural dance (minimum 4 pax required): Farmers of the nearby villages will show some of their traditional skills and dances.
BBQ Dinner in the central dining hall or outside at the garden area.
Breakfast at the resort.
Departure to your following destination.
