Where the Sal forest of the Chitwan jungle meets the wide and beautiful valley of the Rapti river, the world is wild and splendid. Broad grassland sweeps north to the Mahabharata range and virgin jungle extends south to the Churia hills. For centuries the dense jungle bordering on the foothills of the Himalayas formed an impenetrable barrier, keeping Nepal a hidden and mysterious kingdom. The last three decades have seen that barrier breached, but the jungle of the Chitwan National Park remains a world apart. Here the spirit of great explorer-adventurers still lives.

With the opening of Machan Wildlife Resort way back in 1987 a new chapter was written in adventure and exploration in the Chitwan jungle. The perfect beauty of its setting allowed one to realize a fantasy most of us have cherished since childhood: the spirit of Mowgli in the world of Rudyard Kip ling. Machan Wildlife Resort had been a popular retreat for almost three decades. Complementing Machan Wildlife Resort, is Machan Paradise View and the most recent, Machan Country Villa.

Unfortunately, Machan Wildlife Resort had to close down due to stringent government policies which caused a vacuum in the market for wildlife enthusiasts. Never the less with a positive attitude and keeping in mind that When one door closes the other opens. We have been successfully catering our guests at our resorts: Machan ParadiseView and now Machan Country Villa.Whether you want total relaxation or a wide range of activities and cultural excursions, we present Machan Resorts to your choice!

OUR ACTIVITIES
At Machan, a team of expert naturalists has been formed under the leadership of Dr. Charles Ramble, an anthropologist and naturalist with wide experience of Nepal. They will share their knowledge of the jungle’s flora and fauna as they guide you on elephant back and in Land rovers, on nature walks and bird-watching excursions.

When the spirit of the explorer-adventurers is strongest, we will trek with you into the dense forests of the Churia hills, the last domain in Chitwan where wild elephants still roam. Hidden in this remote region are the remains of ancient settlements that the jungle has reclaimed. To appreciate MACHAN fully we recommend a visit of not less than 3 days.

Visitors at Machan can take part in various exhilarating activities like -
> Elephant Back Safari
> Canoeing/ Jeep Safari
> Nature Walk
> Elelphant Briefing Program
> Tharu Stick Dance
> Bird Watching

THINGS TO KNOW
What to Pack (Before you set out) - Clothing & Other Gears
Located just outside the tropics, the days in Chitwan are generally warm for most of the year and require only light clothing. However, from November to February the early mornings and evenings can be very chilly, requiring a warm sweater or jacket. Early morning elephant rides can be particularly cold before the sun rises and warms the air enough to dispel the damp morning mist.

Bright colours (especially red, yellow and white) are very conspicuous in the jungle and we suggest you to wear neutral coloured clothing on the safaris. Light weight, loose-fitting trousers and long-sleeved shirts are recommended for elephant riding as they give protection from cuts and scratches while moving through the tall grass and forests. Comfortable walking shoes are also essential. Canvas shoes or lightweight boots are ideal for walking or elephant riding as they give protection from thorny vines, insects and prickles. A sunhat or light neck scarf and sunscreen lotion is necessary for preventing sunburn and perhaps insect repellent and flashlight could be handy for outdoor use in the evening. You may wish to bring a swimsuit for the Elephant Bathing at the Rapti River during the summer season. Those who are travelling in the monsoon season from June till September are advised to carry an Umbrella or Raincoat.

Climatic Condition –
Chitwan has a sub tropical climate with high humidity most of the year. The area is located in the central climatic zone of the Himalayas, where monsoon starts in mid June and eases off in late September. During these 14–15 weeks most of the 2,500 mm yearly precipitation falls – pouring with rain. After mid-October the monsoon clouds retreats,  humidity drops off and the top daily temperature gradually subsides from ±36°C / 96.8 °F to ±18°C / 64.5 °F. Nights cools down to 5°C / 41.0 °F until late December, if it rains softly for a few days.