Herping Expedition
Track the hidden reptiles of the Himalayan forests
About this experience
Deep in the subtropical forests of Nepal, a world of extraordinary reptiles and amphibians awaits. This exclusive expedition takes you off the beaten path with expert herpetologists to discover rare snakes, geckos, and frogs found nowhere else on Earth. A unique journey for nature enthusiasts and wildlife photographers.
Highlights
- ✦Private herpetologist guide
- ✦Night tracking sessions
- ✦Remote forest camps
- ✦Species identification journal
- ✦Small group for a better field experience
Day by day
Day 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu
Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to your boutique hotel. Evening briefing with your expert herpetologist — introduction to Nepal's extraordinary reptile and amphibian diversity, safety protocols, and the expedition ahead. Welcome dinner with the team.
Day 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu
Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to your boutique hotel. Evening briefing with your expert herpetologist — introduction to Nepal's extraordinary reptile and amphibian diversity, safety protocols, and the expedition ahead. Welcome dinner with the team.
Day 02 : Flight to Bharatpur & First Field Session
Morning flight to Bharatpur, gateway to Chitwan National Park. Transfer to your luxury eco-lodge on the edge of the jungle. Afternoon introductory field session along the forest trails — searching for geckos, skinks and the iconic Indian cobra in their natural habitat. Evening identification workshop with your herpetologist.
Day 02 : Flight to Bharatpur & First Field Session
Morning flight to Bharatpur, gateway to Chitwan National Park. Transfer to your luxury eco-lodge on the edge of the jungle. Afternoon introductory field session along the forest trails — searching for geckos, skinks and the iconic Indian cobra in their natural habitat. Evening identification workshop with your herpetologist.
Day 03 : Full Day Herping in Chitwan
Full day deep in the subtropical forest with your expert guide. Morning session focused on snake tracking — keep your eyes open for the magnificent king cobra, banded krait and Indian python. Afternoon canoe safari along the Rapti River searching for gharial crocodiles and freshwater turtles. Evening night walk to spot nocturnal species including flying geckos and tree frogs.
Day 03 : Full Day Herping in Chitwan
Full day deep in the subtropical forest with your expert guide. Morning session focused on snake tracking — keep your eyes open for the magnificent king cobra, banded krait and Indian python. Afternoon canoe safari along the Rapti River searching for gharial crocodiles and freshwater turtles. Evening night walk to spot nocturnal species including flying geckos and tree frogs.
Day 04 : Terai Wetlands & Amphibian Survey
Early morning expedition to the Beeshazar Lakes, a Ramsar wetland site teeming with amphibian life. Survey rare species of frogs and salamanders with your herpetologist, recording observations in your field journal. Afternoon workshop on reptile photography techniques. Evening spotlight walk for nocturnal species.
Day 04 : Terai Wetlands & Amphibian Survey
Early morning expedition to the Beeshazar Lakes, a Ramsar wetland site teeming with amphibian life. Survey rare species of frogs and salamanders with your herpetologist, recording observations in your field journal. Afternoon workshop on reptile photography techniques. Evening spotlight walk for nocturnal species.
Day 05 : Community Forest & Species Documentation
Trek into the community forest buffer zone, one of the richest herping areas in Nepal. Full day survey with your expert team, documenting rare and endemic species. Learn field identification techniques and contribute to the herpetologist's ongoing research database. Farewell dinner with your guide team.
Day 05 : Community Forest & Species Documentation
Trek into the community forest buffer zone, one of the richest herping areas in Nepal. Full day survey with your expert team, documenting rare and endemic species. Learn field identification techniques and contribute to the herpetologist's ongoing research database. Farewell dinner with your guide team.
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