On the banks of the Rapti River, Barahi has transformed what was once barren grassland into a thriving jungle haven right opposite Chitwan National Park. No run-of-the-mill safari lodge, it's a carefully crafted retreat where thatched cottages blend seamlessly into 12 hectares of forest, all planted by the lodge. With their own quartet of resident elephants (Ranikali, Sundarkali, Madhumala and Rangmala), hand-picked naturalists who've spent their lives in these jungles, and a rare combination of genuine eco-credentials and luxury, the wildlife experience at Barahi is enthralling and really quite hard to match.
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Scattered across the grounds in 18 single and eight duplex thatched cottages, each room opens onto a private balcony where morning chai tastes better with the sounds of the jungle. Inside, local wood and bamboo create naturally cool spaces backed up by excellent air-conditioning, while the stone-carved bathrooms have deep tubs and their signature showers, and the cloud-like beds face out towards parkland or jungle. Six interconnecting units work brilliantly for families, though everyone gets the same rustic-luxe treatment with minibars and flatscreens.
Floating in Nepal's largest jungle pool while rhinos graze on the opposite riverbank. The 1018-square-metre infinity pool is a game-changer in a region where swimming spots are rare.
Request naturalist Alina or Sagar if available – they have a real knack for tracking tigers and spotting sloth bears where others see only grass.
You'll want at least three nights here to properly explore, and while the wild gardens attract incredible birdlife, they also bring mosquitoes after dark.
Start with a recommended trip or create one from scratch
Barahi Jungle Lodge can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Nepal trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Nepal trips featuring Barahi Jungle Lodge or get advice and suggestions from one of our Nepal specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at Barahi Jungle Lodge start from around $150, or US$150, per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.
Rivers, jungles and wildlife watching in a charming lowland landscape.
