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Koshi Tappu Wildlife
Reserve lies on the flood plains of the Sapta-koshi in Saptari and
Sunsari districts of eastern Nepal. The Reserve covers 175 sq. kms and
was established in 1976.
Rapid and complete inundation of the reserve to depths ranging from 10
to 300 cm.
occurs during the monsoon. The Sapta-Koshi river also changes its
course from one season to another. The vegetation is mainly tall
Khar-pater grassland with a few patches of Khair-sisso, scrub forest
and deciduous mixed riverine forest.
The reserve offers important habitat for a variety of wildlife. The
last surviving population (about 100 individuals) of Wild Buffalo or
Arna are found here. Other mammals occurring here are hog deer, wild
deer, spotted deer and blue bull.
The reserve also assists the local economy by providing fishing
permits and allowing the collection of edible fruits and ferns in
season.
A total of 280 different species of birds have been recorded in the
reserve. These include 20 species of ducks, 2 species of ibises, many
stroks, egrets, herons and the endangered swamp partridges and Bengal
floricans. The endangered Gharial, Crocodile and Gangetic dolphin have
been recorded in Koshi river.
Entry Fee Per Person Per Day
For Nepalese Nationals, Rs. 20/-
For SAARC Nationals, Rs. 200/-
For Other Foreign Nationals, Rs. 500/-
(Note Entrance fee not required for children under 10 years).
Filming Permit Fee (Documentary Films)
For Nepalese Nationals, Rs. 5,000/-
For SAARC Nationals, Rs. 25,000/-
For Other Foreign Nationals, US $ 1,000/-
Helicopter Landing (Per Landing), Rs. 2,000/- |
Access
Koshi Tappu is easily accessible from
Kathmandu, being well connected by a national highway. There are
daily flights from Kathmandu to Biratnagar and road connected
Biratnagar to national highway.
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