Burhan Wilderness Camps


Featured as one of TIME magazine’s “World’s Greatest Places 2024,” Burhan Wilderness Camps is a minimalistic yet luxurious glamping retreat situated in a private micro-conservancy within the Khata Wildlife Corridor, nestled between two pristine channels of the Karnali River.

Our Story

Burhan Wilderness Camps is located in a crucial bit of the Khata Wildlife Corridor in Bardiya (Nepal’s South West). It is run by a team of passionate conservationists in a micro-conservancy style. The area hosts some prime wildlife species including Greater One-Horned Rhinos, Bengal Tigers, Asian wild Elephants, and many birds such as Black Ibis, Ruddy Shelduck, Nightjars, Fishing Owls, etc.

Set up with a founding principle of ‘leaving no footprint’, we rely minimally on the structures on the land itself. Our tents are set up only when we have guests coming in and it remains a wild playground on other occasions. Wilderness lovers can make the best of their time while contributing to the sustained protection of this critical land for the wildlife and local communities and that is the main motto.

Accommodation

Safari Tents

Experience the thrill and essence of authentic safari in our spacious yet minimalistic safari-tented accommodation. Our ‘leave no trace’ approach ensures minimal wildlife disturbance, and setups are exclusive post-booking. Embrace the outdoors and starlit skies with open-air toilets and showers, an outdoor campfire, and dining.

Luxury Tree House

Discover the epitome of comfort at our Luxury Treehouse, nestled between the Khauraha and Geruwa rivers, surrounded by floodplains and jungles. Indulge in breathtaking sunsets and sunrises, accompanied by deluxe amenities such as ensuite bathrooms, a convenient kitchenette, and a balcony—ideal for uninterrupted wildlife watching.

Why Go With Us?

Burhan Highlights

Open Jeep Safaris In Bardia’s Lush Jungles
Wildlife River Rafting through Jungles & Pristine Valleys
Wildlife Monitoring with Anti-Poaching Rangers
Guided Bushwalks and Tiger tracking
Magical Sunrises and Sundowners
Camping and Dining Under Open Skies
Authentic Cultural Experiences

About Bardia National Park

Primarily inhabited by the indigenous Tharu people, Bardia is a pristine unventured land in Wild West housing Nepal’s largest conservation land- Bardia National Park. It is a true piece of Terai land with a richness that the river Karnali nourishes and a true wilderness. Besides being home to an estimated population of 125 wild tigers (which has nearly trippled since 2009), it also houses around 839 species of flora and 642 species of fauna including the one-horned rhinoceros, wild elephants, swamp deer, Gangetic dolphin, and over 400 bird species.

Escape to Burhan

Burhan Experiences and Packages

Burhan Overnight
(1N/2D)

Weekend in Burhan
(2N/3D)

The Wild Bardia
(3N/4D)

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Bardia and Shuklaphanta
(4N/5D)

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Conservation & Community

From the construction of a community-run longhouse in the village for experiential and educational trips, to training and assisting locals in building life-saving solutions against human-wildlife conflict, and setting up a chain of micro-economic ventures, we concurrently support the grassroots community and the Community-Based Anti Poaching Unit in Bardia.

We have many ongoing projects and upcoming ones in the pipeline. Learn more and connect with us to be a part of any of these projects in Bardia.

Testimonials

Yug S
Yug S
2024-01-09
An experience to witness One of a kind ..amazing place , amazing host . A must experience for all . Though the time was short we had fun visiting this amazingly placed property ..hope to be back soon .
Nina F
Nina F
2023-12-14
Highly recommended glamping with wildlife in Bardia I’d highly recommend Burhan Wilderness Camp in Bardia. We had a lovely break there. It’s a glamping camp on an island in Bardia open Oct-May (roughly), though if you have kids the latest I would go, because of the heat, is early March. It’s a really lovely experience to be that close to nature and still have such excellent service. We did the 2-night and 3-day Safari package. Our tent had 2 double beds. The food was great and the service was excellent. Sushil is an excellent guide and Manoj is a wonderful host. Highlights:👍🏾 On top of seeing animals in the park, the camp is on an island and the front viewpoint is where wildlife come to cross and drink. There is no road access to this water, so the animals feel safe. Your chance of sightings at breakfast and sundowners are high. 👍🏾we found the food and service to be excellent. Every time we returned to camp we Manoj had mocktails and towels waiting for us. The food was delicious. 👍🏾Sushil, the guide is incredible. She was constantly scouting and looking, so we got the most out of everything. She taught us and the kids so much. 👍🏾shared outside toilet and outside hot showers ⚖️ you are glamping in a tent and there are safety protocols. They have kerosene lamps for elephants. Fires. Two towers with night guards and two other guards patrolling at night. Torches. You can also have a radio if you want. ⚖️ take some travel games/books for when you’re sheltering from the sun. The sun can be oppressive on the Island and the camp is only two years old, they have planted more trees but it will take time. There’s a canopy for lunch and when you’re out on Safari it’s not an issue. Around 3ish the sun dips below the canopy, so you can go to the tree house. If you have young kids' chairs by the tree house may be more comfortable than going up it. It’s for a couple of hours and soon enough it’s sundowners and snacks. 🪫there are fans they put in the room that you can connect to to charge your devices. They also happily charge devices in the kitchen tower. We got 4G signal from our tent.
Prakarrsh D
Prakarrsh D
2023-11-10
Trying to get in touch Hey i cant seem to get in touch could you please send me another number that's available the one on the Internet isn't available it's switched off
Gajal G
Gajal G
2023-11-08
Remarkable experience I recently had the pleasure of staying at Burhan Wilderness Camp in Bardiya, and I must say it was a truly remarkable experience. From the moment I arrived, I was captivated by the breathtaking location and the warm hospitality that made my stay unforgettable. I left with a sense of rejuvenation and a deeper connection to nature.
Arjanne R
Arjanne R
2023-01-16
Experience nature and appreciate the peaceful atmosphere. Experience nature in a beautiful and most comfortable tented camp that is set up with much respect for the environment. A wonderful team pampers you and offers a well planned programme to your taste. The walk in the jungle surrounding the camp is fantastic and you have good chances of meeting a tiger! If no tiger, guide Sushila tells you everything about birds, plants, trees and other animals you see. Warmly recommended.
Sushant K
Sushant K
2023-01-15
Glamorous Camping At The Jungle. Wow, what an amazing experience it was. If you are too a nature lover and care about preserving and saving nature then this place is best for you. Burhan Experiences exceeded all my expectations. Amazing hospitality, an awesome team, and great services. Burhan Experiences offered one of the best hospitality that I have ever experienced. This place offers more than just glamping. It helps you to connect with nature as well as it helps you to understand and practice sustainability. This place offers everything with minimal basic needs you will need which helps you to understand and experience true camping in the jungle. Things I personally recommend to the people who are visiting Burhan Experiences. 1) Half-Day Jungle Safari. 2) Jungle Walk. 3) Night Drive near Camp side. 4) Visit Elephant Breeding Centre. 5) River Activities. 6) One whole roast pig instead of the usual snacks and dinner plan. 7) Has one of the best cocktails with an amazing skilled bartender. 8) Visit the Community for a better understanding of the name Burhan. Only good things to say about Burhan Experiences. Overall Great place to experience the jungle.
baljoshi
baljoshi
2022-05-27
experience you should not miss Unparallel Experience in Nepal. - Sleep under the open skies - Wake up to peacock singing - Amazing Hospitality - Wake to Sunrise, sleep to sunset - The Burhan Island itself is an adventure itself. Swim, paddle, boat, walk or meditate I loved sleeping under the most comfortable tent safely sleeping with the animals. Just a crazy beautiful place one should not miss.
Deepti Singh Gautam
Deepti Singh Gautam
2022-05-23
Superb experience ! Never thought of sleeping in jungle ,under the open sky .Glamping was such a fun and really a thrilling experience for me and my entire family with kids . Burhan experiences has a lot to offer from ethical wilderness camp experience to various handpicked activities for kids and families like river rafting and river fishing . Jeep Safari or following tiger foot prints was an amazing adventure. Back in a fancy hotel ,last night kids really missed Glamping! We had great time with very good local guides and Burhan team who were always out of their way to help us through. Cheers to Burhan Experience ! We wish to have this wonderful experience sooner!

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FAQ

How to get to Burhan Wilderness Camps?

By Air: The nearest airport is Nepalgunj Airport. It takes around 55 mins flight from Kathmandu, and 50 mins flight from Pokhara to reach Nepalgunj. Bardia is a 2hrs drive away on smooth roads. We can arrange transfers from Nepalgunj airport.
By Road (to Bardia): from Kathmandu: 14-16 hrs, from Pokhara: 11-12 hours, from Tansen:  9-10 hours, from Lumbini: 7-8 hours, from Lucknow: 5-6 hrs, from Delhi: 14-16 hrs.
Once you reach Thakurdwara (the town center) in Bardia, our vehicle will pick you up and drive you to the camp, which is about a 20-minute drive away.

What is the best time to visit the camp?

For wildlife enthusiasts: February to June offer prime time for spotting tigers and rhinos near waterholes as the dry season ends. April, May and June are hot and humid, best for seasoned explorers who tolerate warm weather.
For weather and comfort: October to March has mild temperatures ideal for families and enjoying outdoor activities.
Note: Starting March 2024, Burhan Wilderness Camps will be open all year round after receiving its most valuable update- the luxury tree house.

Is it safe at the camp?

Your safety is our primary concern. Besides our well-trained night guards on constant watch, we have equipment like ultrasonic motion sensors, thermal cams, pepper guns, drones as well as locally designed wildlife proofing interventions to ensure multi-tier security at the camp. We make sure the animals don’t enter the core camp premises while exercising minimal interference. And the balance is the charm of our wilderness camp. We also have a well-equipped first-aid and wilderness safety kit available at all times.