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Chitwan Trip Cost: What to Budget Per Person

How much a trip to Chitwan costs per person: safari package prices from USD 215, tower stay from $125, activity prices, park fees and what is not included.

Kamal Aryal 2 min read

Guest for Jungle Tower Night
In this article
  1. Package prices
  2. Activity prices booked separately
  3. Park entrance fee
  4. What is not included
  5. Ways to keep the cost down
  6. Frequently asked questions

Quick answer

A Chitwan trip with Rhino Lodge starts from USD 215 per person for 2 nights and 3 days with all meals, activities and park permits included. Activities booked separately start from $5 to $35, and a jungle tower night from $125. Prices below are the starting prices on our website on 6 November 2026.

Package prices

PackageStarting price per personIncludes
2 nights 3 days Chitwan safari packageUSD 215Accommodation, all meals, jeep safari, canoe ride, jungle walk, permits and a licensed naturalist guide
3 nights 4 days Chitwan safari packageUSD 295The same, with two jeep safaris
2 nights 3 days with a jungle tower nightUSD 280Tower night, jeep safari, jungle walk, canoe ride and Tharu village visit

Price varies with room type, group size and season. See the packages.

Activity prices booked separately

ActivityStarting price per person
Jungle walk$35
Canoe ride$25
Bird watching$25
Jungle tower night (1 night)$125
Tharu village tour$35
Tharu dance show (standard)$5
Cycling, village loop$15
Cycling, Bishazari Lake$30

Park entrance fee

As of 6 November 2026, foreign visitors pay NPR 2,000 per person per day to enter Chitwan National Park, and the permit is valid for one day. Our packages include the park permits for the listed activities. Details in our entrance fee guide.

What is not included

  • Drinks, tips and laundry.
  • Personal expenses and travel insurance.
  • International and domestic flights.
  • Transfers to and from Sauraha (arranged on request).

Ways to keep the cost down

  • Book a package instead of buying activities one by one.
  • Share a room with other guests where possible.
  • Choose 2 nights 3 days for the main activities at the lowest package price.

Message us on WhatsApp with your dates and group size for an exact price, and read the Chitwan travel guide to plan the trip.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a trip to Chitwan cost?

A package with Rhino Lodge starts from USD 215 per person for 2 nights and 3 days, including meals, activities and park permits.

How much is a 2 nights 3 days Chitwan package?

From USD 215 per person, depending on room type, group size and season.

Is the park entrance fee included in the package price?

Yes. The park entry permits for the listed activities are included.

Is it cheaper to book a package or each activity separately?

A package is usually simpler and bundles meals and permits. Activities booked separately start from $5 to $35.

What is not included in a Chitwan package?

Drinks, tips, laundry, personal expenses, travel insurance and flights.

Written by

Kamal Aryal

Rhino Lodge & Hotel, Sauraha, Chitwan. Local knowledge from the team that runs the lodge.

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