The Kasara Resort sits within Chitwan National Park, Nepal's first national park, established in 1973 and designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The property embraces immersion: understated architecture, landscape integration, and a team of naturalist guides to explore the Terai jungle.

Why choose Kasara Resort

• An environmentally conscious architectural design, conceived to blend into the Terai landscape rather than impose a standardised hotel aesthetic.
• The permanent presence of naturalist guides trained in local wildlife: one-horned rhinoceroses, gharials, cervids, and over 500 bird species recorded in the park.
• A location within the national park boundary, which minimises transfer times to observation zones and allows for early departures, when animals are most active.
• A compact format, bridging jungle lodge and comfortable hotel, suited to travellers wanting to experience Chitwan without sacrificing comfort after a day of safari.

The atmosphere

The resort's tone is measured. Common areas open onto gardens and the forest edge, and the day's rhythm follows the park excursions: dawn departure, mid-morning return, meal pause, another outing in late afternoon. Evenings often extend around dinner or conversation with guides, who share their day's observations.

The spirit remains that of a jungle lodge: focus is outward, toward wildlife and the nearby river, rather than inward toward showiness.

Services and experiences

Guided excursions

The resort offers several exploration formats led by in-house naturalists:

• Canoe excursions on the Rapti River, ideal for observing gharials, water birds and large mammals coming to drink.
• Walking observation tours in the park's buffer zone, accompanied and briefed in advance on safety guidelines.
• Jeep outings in authorised park sectors, complementing the quieter canoe and walking approaches.

On site

On-site dining with a cuisine blending Nepalese dishes and international options, wellness facilities to recover after outings, and standard services of a quality hotel. The team can also arrange meetings with Tharu communities, the indigenous people of the Terai region.

Location and access

Kasara Resort is situated in the Chitwan National Park sector in southern Nepal. From Kathmandu, allow several hours by road or a short domestic flight to Bharatpur, followed by a road transfer to the park. Most stays combine Chitwan with the Kathmandu Valley and often Pokhara, making it a natural stop on a north-south itinerary.

What to see and do nearby

• Chitwan National Park itself, with its wetlands, sal forests and emblematic wildlife.
• The Tharu villages around, to understand the culture of the Terai's historic inhabitants.
• The Elephant Breeding Centre and conservation programmes linked to the park.
• Further afield, complementary stops such as Lumbini (Buddha's birthplace) or the foothills around Pokhara.

To extend your stay in the city, explore other Nepal properties selected by our team, such as Hyatt Regency in Kathmandu, Swotha Traditional Homes in Patan's historic centre, Hotel Tibet International and Hotel Trek O'Tel.

Including Kasara Resort in your journey

A stay in Chitwan rarely stands alone: it fits within a broader itinerary spanning Kathmandu, Pokhara and the Terai. To plan your stay and combine this property with other experiences, discover our suggestions on our Nepal travel page.