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Chitwan Jungle ResortStays & safaris by the national park

1 hour

Elephant Bath Time on the Rapti (Watch)

Watch elephants enjoy their late-morning bath in the Rapti River with their mahouts – a favourite photo moment for families.

From $10 per person

Elephant Bath Time on the Rapti (Watch)
  • Duration1 hour
  • Group sizeUp to 12
  • Start times11:00

Around late morning, elephants walk down to the Rapti to cool off and be scrubbed by their mahouts. You watch from the riverbank with your guide, who explains the bond between elephants and mahouts in Chitwan. We don't arrange riding on the elephants.

Included

  • Guide

Not included

  • – Tips

Good to know

Pickup
Pickup from your room in Sauraha, Patihani or Meghauli (confirmed after booking).
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time.
Children
Ages 3–11 pay 60%; under 3s are free.
Prices
In US dollars, including taxes and park permits where listed.

Questions

Can we join the bath?

We don't arrange it – watching from the bank is calmer for the elephants.

Stay close by

Rooms a short drive or walk from the starting point.

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Tharu Art Cottage with Veranda – Chitwan Jungle Resort

Cottage in Sauraha

Tharu Art Cottage with Veranda

A private veranda, hand-painted Tharu walls and the garden at your feet

  • Sleeps 3
  • 21 m²
  • 1 king or double bed

From $62 / night

Deluxe Garden Room with Balcony – Chitwan Jungle Resort

Deluxe room in Sauraha

Deluxe Garden Room with Balcony

Our most-booked room – comfortable, quiet and close to everything

  • Sleeps 3
  • 21 m²
  • 1 king or double bed

From $45 / night$55

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