Chitwan
Canoe excursions
A quiet dugout-canoe float along the Rapti or Narayani rivers — a good way to spot gharial crocodiles and water birds.
Plan your visit
A quiet dugout-canoe float along the Rapti or Narayani rivers — a good way to spot gharial crocodiles and water birds.
How to get there
Join a guided departure on an authorised section of the Rapti or Narayani.
Time to allow
1–2 hours
When to visit
October–March is comfortable; river conditions control departures.
Good to know
Keep hands inside the canoe and follow the guide's wildlife and water-safety instructions.
How Shakurma can help
We combine a canoe outing with a responsible nature programme.
Further reading
Planning times are estimates. Confirm current access, opening hours, fees and permits before travel.
Plan your visit to Canoe excursions
Tell us your dates, interests and pace. We'll fit this stop into a practical Nepal journey.