Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve Rules and Regulation

May 22, 2019

Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve Rules and Regulation

Nepal Governments Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation established in 2037 B.S (1975 A.D). It has been committed to the conservation of wildlife and vegetation by managing all the protected areas in Nepal. Which include 12 National Parks, 1 Wildlife reserve, 6 Conservation Areas and 1 hunting reserve.

Besides this, DNPWC has been doing an excellent job in supporting people living nearby as well as those living in the buffer zone. Promote ecotourism and carry out surveys about flora and fauna including an annual census of endangered animals like the Royal Bengal Tigers.

Here are the rules and regulations that DNPWC has set to the visitors.

Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve Rules and Regulation to follow or things to remember

An entry fee of Rs. 1000 (Foreigner), Rs. 500 (SAARC Nationals) and Rs.50 (Nepali) and 13% VAT per visitors per day should be paid at the reserve’s entrance gate.
The entry permit is non-refundable, non-transferable and is for a single entry only.
Entering the park without a permit is illegal. Park personnel may ask for the permit, so visitors are requested to keep their permit with them at all times.
Get a special permit for documentary/filming from the Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation (DNPWC)
Do not injure or kill animals and uproot animals. All flora and fauna are fully protected and must not be disturbed.
Rubbish must be placed out, buried or disposed of in designated areas.
Do respect the cultural and religious sites.
No one should walk within the park between sunset and sunrise.
Carry out non-biodegradable items such as batteries, plastic bags, and bottles.
A guide is a must for Jungle walks.