Amaltari Tharu homestay
In Nepali: अमलटारी थारू होमस्टे
Amaltari lies on the Narayani in the buffer zone of Chitwan National Park, on the Nawalpur side. Its Tharu families run a well-organised community homestay, serving traditional food in painted mud-walled houses and performing stick and peacock dances.
Guided jungle walks, jeep safaris into western Chitwan and birdwatching on the river are arranged locally, and rhinos regularly graze near the village. It is one of the best examples of community-based tourism in the Terai.
What to see and do
Walk with community guides in the buffer zone forest, take a jeep safari into western Chitwan, go birdwatching along the Narayani, and join Tharu cultural evenings. Visit the Amaltari community museum and the Tharu houses decorated with traditional motifs.
Good to know
Book homestays through the village committee. Rhinos wander near the village — follow your guide's instructions. Winter mornings are foggy; the best wildlife viewing is from February to April.
Quick answers
- Where is Amaltari Tharu homestay?
- Amaltari Tharu homestay is in Nawalpur district, Gandaki Province, in the Terai belt of Nepal.
- What is the altitude of Amaltari Tharu homestay?
- About 150 m (492 ft) above sea level.
- How much does it cost to visit Amaltari Tharu homestay?
- For a 3-day trip from Bhairahawa (Lumbini), about NPR 5,000 (≈ US$37) per person on a budget, or NPR 13,500 (≈ US$100) with standard hotels and private transport — for two foreign visitors sharing, including transport, stay, food. Nepali visitors on a budget: about NPR 5,000 per person. These are estimates; adjust them in the trip planner.
- How many days do I need for Amaltari Tharu homestay?
- Plan 1 night there; with travel from Bhairahawa (Lumbini) and back, about 3 days in all.
- Do I need a permit or ticket for Amaltari Tharu homestay?
- No special permit or ticket is normally needed.
- When is the best time to visit Amaltari Tharu homestay?
- October–March
- How do I get to Amaltari Tharu homestay?
- About 30 minutes south of the highway from Kawasoti or Danda. It is about 62 km (straight line) from Bhairahawa (Lumbini).
- What is Amaltari Tharu homestay called in Nepali?
- अमलटारी थारू होमस्टे
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