Among the lofty Himalayan peaks, Bardiya National Park is a hidden wildlife gem. Nepal's westernmost national park, Bardiya, is quite close to Delhi & Kathmandu. It is one of the few remaining unspoiled wilderness places in Nepal, and its remote and isolated setting has maintained the park's ecology and animals unlike any other place in the country.

The park, which is now a haven for a diverse range of species, was first established to preserve tigers and their prey as well as the area's various ecosystems. Since then, The Park has grown to become among the best in Nepal. An exceptionally wide assortment of flora and wildlife can be found in lush, deep forests, savannah, and riverine woodlands.

The park's history dates back to the late 1960s, when 368 sq km of land were designated as royal hunting grounds. In an effort to lessen local populations' subsistence poaching inside the park, a buffer zone and community forest were created around it. The park's different habitats have considerably benefited without as much human intervention. Due to Bardia's somewhat isolated position, the Park has experienced little influence from tourists, despite recent improvements in access.

The buffer zone is jointly managed by the park and the neighbourhood. Together, they start community development initiatives and look after the buffer zones' natural resources. Going off the main track on an elephant ride gives you a fresh perspective of the park. The best times to ride are in the morning and late in the day. Gangetic dolphins are well-suited to the Karnali River as their home. The gorgeous Babai Valley is a must-see location where you may see rhinos, tigers, and elephants in their natural habitat.

The park was expanded in 1984 to cover the Babai valley, which runs from Parewa Odar to Chepang Bridge. Rich biodiversity is present in the pristine valley. Wooded grassland and riverine woodland are the two main vegetation and forest types. In this valley, the Chitwan-translocated rhinoceros were reintroduced. Numerous wildlife species can also find a good habitat and travel route in the opulent forests to the east of the park.

The park's vast, untamed environment offers a variety of activities. Sal trees make up around 70% of the forest, which also has a mix of grasslands and riverine woods. Traditional dishes for religious offerings and festivals are made of sal leaves. The park region has been home to more than 30 distinct mammal species, 230 different bird species, and numerous snake, lizard, and fish species. A number of migratory bird species frequent the park in addition to the resident species.

The swiftly moving water makes for fantastic rafting excursions. Birds like herons, egrets, black-necked storks, and tiny pratincole find their ideal habitat in riverine woods and along river shorelines. This region is home to the tharu ethnic group. They traditionally live off of agriculture and have their own tribal religion. Community members' handmade goods might be purchased as mementos.

Winter, summer, and monsoon are the three distinct seasons in the park. The weather is dry from October through the beginning of April. The evenings are chilly and pleasant, and the days are warm making it the ideal season to visit.