Island Jungle Resort

As the crow flies ninety kilometers southwest of Kathmandu, is the Chitwan National Park. Widely acknowledged as one of the best national parks in Asia, covering a pristine area of 932 sq. km. This is the first national park in Nepal, established in 1973 to preserve a unique ecosystem of significant value to the entire world. The park is situated in the sub-tropical inner 'Terai' lowlands of south-central Nepal.

In the northwest section of the park is an island known as the Bandarjhola, surrounded by the Narayani River. This unique island consists of riverine forest, tall grassland, marshland, numerous inlets and oxbow lakes. Such a diverse combination of nature is found only here on this island providing a perfect habitat for wildlife. It is here that you will also find Island Jungle Resort offering you the opportunities in experiencing the exciting life of the jungle.

Island Jungle Resort, one of Chitwan's premiere accommodation's offers the visitor an opportunity to view wildlife in probably the best natural habitat inside the park besides providing various forms of lodging and recreational facilities.

In the exclusive remoteness of the "Isle of Eden" of the Chitwan National Park, Bandarjhola, the visitor has ample opportunities to see a variety in big game and avifaunal species. Inside Bandarjhola, you will experience wildlife at its best, as the topography of riverine forests interspersed with large tracts of grassland together with plenty of water within proximity makes it a perfect setting for wildlife to thrive. And to view the flora and fauna of this superb location we have a variety of programs that include elephant safaris, boat rides and jungle walks in the accompaniment of our well-trained naturalists, guides, mahouts and their beast.