The Terai, a fertile lowland strip at the foot of the Himalayas, offers a dramatic contrast to the snow-capped mountains. It is a lush, subtropical wilderness home to some of Asia's most iconic wildlife.
## Wildlife Sanctuaries
- **Chitwan National Park**: A UNESCO World Heritage site famous for the Greater One-horned Rhino and the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger.
- **Bardiya National Park**: A more remote and wilder experience, known for its tiger populations and river safaris on the Karnali.
- **Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve**: A paradise for birdwatchers, hosting almost 500 species of birds.
## The "Big Five" of the Terai
The Terai ecosystem is a refuge for:
- Royal Bengal Tiger
- Greater One-horned Rhinoceros
- Asian Elephant
- Leopard
- Gharial Crocodile
Experience a jungle safari on the back of an elephant or in a jeep, and discover the raw beauty of Nepal's southern plains.
Terai Plains
The wild heart of Nepal, where jungles and grasslands teem with exotic wildlife.