Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve, Wildlife reserve and Ramsar site in Saptari District, Nepal.
Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve is a protected area and Ramsar site in the floodplain landscape of the Sapta Koshi River in eastern Nepal. The site spreads across grasslands, wetlands, and mixed deciduous forests across a large area.
The site was established in 1976 with the primary goal of protecting the dwindling wild water buffalo population from extinction. This conservation effort has shaped the ecological landscape of the region since then.
Local communities hold annual permits to harvest thatch grass from the protected area, keeping alive a tradition that has shaped their relationship with the land for generations.
The visitor center at Kusaha is roughly 2.5 kilometers from the Jamuha bus stop and offers guided tours and elephant rides. The driest season brings better trail conditions and makes spotting wildlife easier.
The reserve hosts over 500 bird and plant species, making it a destination for serious birdwatchers from around the world. The wild water buffalo population, the original reason for protection, has grown from a handful of animals to several hundred.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
Koshi Barrage
15.6 km
Maratika Cave
70.8 km
Chinnamasta Bhagawati
25.1 km
Budhasubba
35.3 km
Arjundhara Dham
96.6 km
Namaste Falls
41 km
Khuwalung
33.1 km
Dantakali Temple
34.5 km
Bhagwati Temple
28.2 km
Kankalini Temple
13.7 km
Salahesh Fulbari
55.4 km
Rajdevi Temple
27.8 km
Shambhunath Temple
32.9 kmDharan clock tower
33.6 km
Pindeshwor Temple
34.5 km
Bishnupaduka, Dharan
31.3 kmChar-koshey-jhaadi
38.7 kmSundernath
49.3 km
Budha Subba Kirant Temple
35 km
Chataradham
27.8 km
Dakneshwori Temple
40.9 km
Manakamana Temple
79 km
Pananchery Mudikkode Shiva Temple
33.9 km
Kotihome
87.4 km
Ocean Park
27.9 km
Sindhuli Gadhi
99.8 km
Jamunkhadi Simsar
49 km
Taksar Bazar टक्सार बजार
56.7 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes