The best places to visit in Chitwan can make a long list for a novice traveler. Chitwan has thousands of activities to offer in different places. It is also known as “Jungle Heart”. The fifth largest city in Nepal is much renowned for its diverse range of wildlife. 

11 Best Places to Visit in Chitwan:

Chitwan is situated in the southwest of Kathmandu, between Mahabharat and Siwalik ranges. It is well-known for its colorful celebrations. The main attraction of the place is the vegetation, wildlife, and the treasure of natural beauty in the region. 

It has a vibrant culture and history besides the natural surrounding. It has been a top tourist attraction due to the unique beauty of the place. You get a great chance to explore the local Tharu villages, taste their local and healthy food, and enjoy the beautiful safari, and fun activities like canoeing, and sightseeing. Some of the best places to visit in Chitwan are:

1. Chitwan National Park 
2. Jalbire Waterfall (Lamo Jharana)
3. Devghat
4. Bishazari Tal
5. Chitwan Tharu Village
6. Crocodile Breeding Center
7. Elephant Breeding Center
8. Ranipokhari
9. Shiraichuli Hill
10. Sauraha Tharu Culture House
11. CG Temple

1. Chitwan National Park

It is the first established National park in Nepal which is also listed as a world heritage site. It was founded in 1973 and has an area of 932 sq/km.  The Chitwan National Park is among the most visited places in Chitwan.  

The national park is much famed for conserving different species of wild animals, birds, and plants. Visitors to the national park travel to Sauraha to take advantage of the beautiful resorts in the place. Temples like Lami Tal, Bikram Baba, and Tamor Taal are also located inside the park.

The trip to the national park can be an opportunity to know more about the way of life of people and explore the ethnic Tharu people and the natural beauty in the region. Animals like Bengal tigers, One-horned rhinoceros, and Asian elephants habitat the place. Chitwan National Park offers its visitors a range of activities to perform. 

You can go on Jeep Safari, Jungle Walk, bird watching trip, Explore Crocodile breeding Center, Elephant breeding Center and many others. The Chitwan national park is home to different species of wild animals and birds including Bengal tigers, one-horned rhinoceros, and Asiatic elephants. The trip includes most of the endangered wild animals and birds.

2. Jalbire Waterfall (Lamo Jharana)

Jalbire Waterfall is one of the longest waterfalls in Nepal which is about 60 meters long. It is among one the top-notch and lovely tourist destinations in Chitwan due to the majestic scene of the beautiful waterfall, especially in the summer season. 

Mostly, locals and other visitors spend their time in this cool and mighty waterfall to cool off on a hot summer day at Chitwan. Most people choose to spend their time at this breathtaking waterfall where they find themself enjoying the serene fall cooling off their minds and body. 

Besides the waterfall itself, the beautiful green hills, and panoramic views of mountains and stones from where the fall strikes, makes the place even more heavenly. 

This place is no less than heaven for those who can enjoy and lose themself in the lap of nature. So, make sure you include Jalbire in your trip to Chitwan. You can also experience the thrill of canoeing and homestay with the Gurung population in the place. 

3. Devghat

A well-known religious, holiest and cultural destination in Chitwan is Devghat. It is just a few minutes' drive from the city of Chitwan. Devghat is a very sacred location mostly for Buddhist and Hindu peoples. The place is completely filled with temples, hermitages, and ashrams. 

Hindu pilgrimage has a lot of importance for this place. Devotees from India frequently travel to the place to take a bath in the river. There are various temples and caves in the place where people meditate and worship god. The place has its own historical, cultural, and religious value. 

Devghat is located at the junction point of the two beautiful rivers, Seti Gandaki and Krishna Gandaki. The place is even more attractive due to the geography of the place, wildlife features, and a beautiful suspension bridge that adds beauty to the place. 

With great importance in the Hindu religion, the place also has a spiritual value. Besides, the place is also a well-liked holiday spot for those who enjoy the outdoors and the natural world. 

4. Bishazari Tal

The Bishazari Tal/ Lake is one of the best places to visit in Chitwan. The lake lies inside the protected area. It is a mind-blowing lake in the inner Terai of the country to spend your time exploring the natural beauty. 

It is also a  good home for various birds and aquatic animals including crocodiles and rhinos. Also, around the lake, you’ll find a beautiful greenish forest where visitors can experience the Jungle safari around this lake.

Bishazari Lake is also known as the most peaceful place in Chitwan. You’ll listen to the sound of huge chirping of birds and animals sounds which adds more interesting features to the jungle.  The lake is not just one lake, but a collection of ponds and smaller lakes tucked away in a wooded environment. 

It lies inside the Chitwan National Park Buffer Zone, which encompasses the area surrounding which is also home to a variety of flora and species. On the lakes, you can also go hiking, fishing, and boating. 

5. Chitwan Tharu Village

Chitwan is the best place if you are interested in knowing about the Tharu customs and culture. Every year thousands of tourists visit Chitwan Tharu Village. The village has been one of the most well-liked tourist destinations in the country. 

During the tour of the Chitwan Tharu village visit, you can learn in-depth about their language,  their lifestyle, culture, festival, customs, and many more. The entire tharu village is comprised of traditional homes and beauty.

The primary activity of most of the people living in the tharu community is agriculture. Most of them have intimate ties to the natural world and domestic animals. You’ll get a tour guide to explore the village who also might be from the same community. There is also a small museum where you can know in detail about the everyday tools, the dresses of the local tharu people, their unique jewelry, and the garb worn by them.

6. Crocodile Breeding Center

You can take a trip around the crocodile breeding center, one of the most exciting places to visit in Chitwan National Park. The trip to the breeding center can either be part of the Jeep Safari or on a trip on your own. 

As Chitwan National Park is monitoring the endangered program, many endangered animals have been protected. Hence, similarly, it protects the endangered crocodiles, so we might get a view of the dreadful Mugger Crocodile. 

The trip to the breeding center might last about 20 to 30 minutes, far from the crowd. The breathtaking view of crocodiles ranging from small egg sizes to giants makes the trip very interesting.

7. Elephant Breeding Center

You might have seen elephants, the most graceful animals. Your visit to Hattisar will let you observe how elephant meals are prepared and consumed, and learn about the nature and behavior of elephants.

The Chitwan Elephant Breeding Center has been raising domesticated elephants in captivity since 1985, protecting the imperiled elephants of the region. There are many baby elephants here.  You get a great opportunity to witness the baby elephants playing with their mother. You can also touch the baby elephants if they come nearby. 

The trip can be a great opportunity to directly observe the small elephant breastfeeding elephants. There is a samma museum nearby with a few elephant bones, posters, and riding pieces of equipment. 

8. Ranipokhari

You can take a trip to Ranipokhari, situated at Saradnagar in Chitwan. The place is among one of the most recent locations for tourists. The place is spread over four Bigahas in Bharatpur.

Ranipokhari includes beautiful statues, including a statue of Buddha, and surrounds a lovely lake that has various waterbirds that are drawn to the freshwater lake. The lake, Ranipokhari is truly magical that has a beautiful green rim. 

It has also been transformed into an outdoor sculpture gallery. Most people travel to the place for picnics. The lake is also bordered by lush woodland and is home to various aquatic birds. One of the major attractions of the place is its chance to go boating. 

9. Shiraichuli Hill

During your trip to Chitwan, you will have a wide number of opportunities to discover all of Chitwan’s hidden beauty. You will observe that the place is essentially covered in wildlife adventures and vast flora. 

During your trip to Shiraichuli Hill, you’ll get new surprises you can enjoy in this beautiful paradise. Siraichuli is a famous tourist site as it offers stunning sunrise and sunset views. From the hill, you’ll get an amazing view of Mt. Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Chitwan National Park, and the Narayani and Rapti rivers.

You can also take a trip around Chisapanitar, nearby the hill. It is also among the popular spots for bird watchers that have scopes you can observe with a beautiful view of more than a hundred kinds of numerous bird species.

10. Tharu Culture House, Sauraha

The Tharu Culture House located at Sauraha can be a great trip to explore the Tharu culture and instruments used in their daily lives. Every day, the house provides a nightly show to its guests. In the show, you can enjoy the traditional Tharu songs and dances.

Besides observing the show, you can also take part in the dance, and take photographs at the end of the night show. Also, the amazing Peacock dance in the show is another attraction of this house. 

You shouldn’t miss the opportunity to enjoy the Tharu dance if you are in Chitwan. If you want you can also dress yourself in the white Tharu dress to click pictures. The tharu songs and dance will make your time refreshing. 

11. CG temple

A trip to CG Temple, located about an hour's drive from the city of Chitwan. Living nearby the city of Chitwan can be difficult. You need to find a place to relax and breathe fresh air combined with beauty. 

Hence, CG temple can be the best option for such questions. The place is a resemblance to a temple located in Dhamkaul, Nawalparasi. You can visit the place for leisure or worship. The beautiful place has the great architecture to explore. 

There is a lake in the CG temple which is surrounding the Dham of the lake. You’ll get a stunning view of the temple, especially at night. Various colors are illuminating the main temple to the extent that they practically outshine the sky. 

Best Time to Visit Chitwan

Chitwan lies in the Terai Region, the hottest land in Nepal. The place is usually hot and warm. The month from October to March is considered the best month to visit the place. This is during the Autumn, Spring, and Winter months.

During these months, the skies are clear, temperatures are warm or moderate and the environment is also suitable for travel. If you can adjust to a warm temperature, the summer and rainy seasons are also favorable to travel. From January to March, you can witness the best view of multiple animals, wildlife, and birds. You’ll still have a great chance to see animals in other months too.

Summing up, these are among the 11 best places to visit in Chitwan. Chitwan is full of multiple destinations to explore and enjoy the tour. Make your trip the best trip possible exploring every corner of the beautiful green Chitwan with Nepal Vision Treks.