Discover the remote wilderness of Katarniaghat on our 2N/3D Katarniaghat Wildlife Tour, exploring the Girwa River and rich Terai grasslands near Lucknow. This 2N/3D Katarniaghat Wildlife Tour offers jeep and boat safaris in prime habitats for gharial, Gangetic river dolphin, swamp deer, and more, with comfortable forest lodge stays enhancing your immersive nature experience.
After breakfast in Lucknow, depart for Katarniaghat (approximately 230 km, indicatively 5 to 5.5 hours by road, close to the Nepal border in Bahraich district). This is a long transfer and worth naming as one; an early start is essential to arrive with daylight left. Check in to your forest lodge by mid-to-late afternoon. Depending on arrival time, a short evening walk around the lodge grounds or a visit to the Girwa River viewpoint eases you into the setting before the first proper safari the next morning. Overnight stay at Katarniaghat.
An early morning jeep safari into the core zone, Katarniaghat forming part of the wider Dudhwa Tiger Reserve landscape, with a chance of tiger, though this is a genuine possibility rather than a probability here. More reliably, the reserve’s grasslands support one of India’s healthiest populations of swamp deer (barasingha), alongside good numbers of spotted deer, and consistent birdlife. Return to the lodge for breakfast and a midday rest through the heat. In the afternoon, a boat safari on the Girwa River is the reserve’s other headline experience: gharial basking on the sandbanks, the Gangetic river dolphin, and marsh mugger crocodile, in a river stretch considered one of the better sites in India for all three. Evening at leisure at the lodge. Overnight stay at Katarniaghat.
An early final jeep or boat safari, whichever the client has had less of, followed by breakfast and check-out. Transfer back to Lucknow (approximately 230 km, indicatively 5 to 5.5 hours), timed against onward travel.
Girwa River Boat Safari for Gharial and Gangetic River Dolphin, Jeep Safari for Swamp Deer (Barasingha) and Possible Tiger Sighting, Core-Zone Grasslands and Riverine Forest, Marsh Mugger Crocodile, Forest Rest House Stay.
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| 100% Refund of Total Tour Amount | 21 days before Check-in Date | 0% Deduction |
| 50% Refund of Total Tour Amount | 15-20 days before Check-in Date | 50% Deduction |
| No Refund of Total Tour Amount | 0-14 days before Check-in Date | 100% Deduction |
| Any cancellation or refund is subject to INR.1000 or 5% of Total Tour Amount whichever is higher as processing charge. | ||
| Any cancellation or refund is prioritised on the time and policy of Third Party Accommodation & Transportation. | ||
| Please call +91 9874284569/ 9874361951 for any clarification. | ||
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A fantastic wildlife experience away from the usual crowded destinations. The Girwa River boat safari was the highlight-we spotted gharials, crocodiles and some wonderful birdlife. The forest atmosphere was incredibly peaceful. Ocean6 Holidays Travel Agent planned the Lucknow transfers, stay and safari schedule very smoothly. Highly recommended for genuine wildlife lovers.
My favourite part was the boat safari on the Girwa River. Seeing gharials resting on the sandbanks in their natural habitat was unforgettable. We also enjoyed the early morning forest drive and spotted deer and several beautiful birds. Ocean6 Holidays Travel Agent made the entire 3-day journey comfortable and hassle-free.
The 2N/3D itinerary was compact but very well planned. We particularly enjoyed watching barasingha during the safari and gharials along the Girwa River. Even without expecting a tiger sighting, there was plenty to appreciate in the landscape and wildlife. Ocean6 Holidays Travel Agent handled the entire trip professionally. A great choice for photographers and nature enthusiasts.