Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve

About Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve

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Koshi Tappu Reserve was established in 1976 to protect the last haven of the wild water buffalo on the banks of the Koshi River, and has become one of the best bird watching sancturies in Asia. The barrage across the Koshi River has created a vast expanse of marshes, lagoons and mud flats which are home to large populations of both migrating and endemic species. The water is home to the rare Gangetic River Dolphins and otters, while the dense riverine forest of the reserve harbours deer, blue bulls as well as the wild water buffalo.

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Highlights

Over 100 species of birds can be seen in a single day.
Many rare local bird species.
Habitat of the endangered Gangetic River Dolphin.
Last home of the wild Water Buffalo in Nepal.

Situation

In the lowland terai of eastern Nepal, on the Sapta-Koshi river plain close to the Indian border.

Getting there

Koshi Tappu can be reached by plane from Biratnagar or by a long drive from Chitwan National Park.

Best time

October to March are the best times to visit.

Health

There are no compulsory vaccinations.

Activities

Most sfaris in the park are by foot, although you can also take an inflable raft to explore the waters of the Koshi River.

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