Secluded, on the edge of Bardia National Park, this is a perfect place to stay in comfort for safaris into this unspoilt area. Faithful to the local traditional Tharu design, the lodge has the thatched roofs and walls of reed which give the rooms an authentic feel, but with no compromise in creature comfort.

Relax away from it all or explore the jungle in Bardia National Park. This is one of the largest national parks in the lowland Terai area of Nepal, with nearly 1,000 sq. km. of unspoilt wilderness that is home to many endangered species like the Bengal tiger, leopard, Asian elephant, one-horned rhino and many more.  Comprising three types of forests -- sal, mixed sub-tropical, and riverine forest, this area is a nature-lover's paradise.

The Lodge is very relaxed, offering the best in comfort, style and luxury. Excellent food and top-quality service combine to make it very hard to leave! All the usual activities like elephant safaris, jungle walks, jeep safaris, rafting and fishing  (catch and release only) are on offer, but again with that extra personal touch that makes you feel special.

This place would appeal to anyone who wants to head somewhere that is a bit different, untouched and with few other visitors. In the far west of Nepal, this national park receives little attention, yet it must be one of the most special, with its pristine forest and variety of animals and birds. Whilst the wildlife is not quite so plentiful as in Chitwan, nor the number of birds quite so many (a mere 400 or so rather than 500 or so), the remoteness and unspoilt wilderness makes this a wonderful place to spend time. With fewer visitors to disturb them, you will also have a better chance of encountering tigers and leopards. It is of vital importance to conservation efforts that tourism provides viable livelihoods to local people. Visits to Bardia will help protect the park and increase its wildlife.

As with all the other Tiger Tops lodges, Karnali Jungle Lodge not only runs in an environmentally responsible way, conserving resources, practising good waste management, growing some of its own organic vegetables; but it also strives to support the local community, working with women's groups, and supporting eco-clubs, schools and other environmental organisations in wildlife conservation.