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International Elephant Race 2008
International Elephant Race 2008 is the fifth edition of the International Elephant Race. The race is organized by the Hotel Association Nepal, Chitwan Chapter in Sauraha, Chitwan.
The main objective of organizing this race is to increase the population of the healthy and trained Asian elephants, provide insurance coverages to the elephant drivers and helpers, to
Meghauli Festival
Date: January 29 to February 2, 2008
Venue: Meghauli, Chitwan
Activities: Nature and Culture
Organized by
Meghauli Tourism Development Committee
Phone: 977-56-529332
Package Seller
Rhino Resort
Phone: 977-1-4265454
Email: rhinoresort@wlink.com.np
4th International Elephant Race
Date: December 26- December 28, 2007
Venue : Sauraha, Chitwan
Organizer : Organizing Committee
Contact no: 977-56-580063
Visit 5th International Elephant Race to get details about the event.
How much do I have to pay to hire a vehicle in Chitwan?
You can hire a bicycle for Rs 140 ($2) per day and a motorcycle for Rs 150 (around $2) per hour or Rs 500 ($8) per day. To reserve a jeep, you will have to pay Rs 200 ($3) to Chitrasali, Rs 400 ($6) to Sauraha Chowk/Tandi Bazaar and Rs 600 ($10) to the
Can I arrange a rafting trip to Chitwan?
You can arrange a rafting trip down the Trishuli and Narayani Rivers to Chitwan from most rafting agencies. Most of the rafting trips start from Mugling and combine a jungle safari as well. It takes around $80 per person for a rafting trip to Chitwan from Mugling.
Rafting to Chitwan is more of a leisurely
Can I go to Chitwan from Kathmandu in a car?
Yes, travel agents and some up market lodges can arrange a car and a driver for you for around $ 60 from Kathmandu.
How much does a bus ride to Chitwan cost?
A bus ride from Kathmandu or Pokhara to Chitwan costs around Rs 350 ($5) and takes six to seven hours. Buses stop at Chitrasali, about 5 kilometer from Sauraha. You can ride on a jeep or a local bus from Chitrasali to Sauraha.
The daily air-conditioned bus operated by Greenline is a more comfortable alternative. It
Which is the nearest Tharu village from Sauraha?
Bachauli, east of Sauraha towards Gaidais, is the nearest Tharu village. You can observe the local people to get an idea of the lifestyle of the Tharus in Terai.
Where can I see Tharu cultural shows?
Tharu Culture Program, features a variety of Tharu dances every night near the Rainforest Guest House. The show starts from 7.30 pm and tickets cost Rs 60 ( around a dollar). Most of the guest houses also offer cultural shows which includes the popular stick dance.
What does the Bird Education Society in Chitwan offer?
The Bird Education Society (phone 056-580113) offers guided bird-watching excursions every Saturday from 7 am to 11 am. It also has a library of bird books and a binocular rental service (15 cents per hour or $ 1.3 per day). The center opens from 7 am to 5:50 pm.










