After breakfast and bidding farewell to your group, you will meet your driver at check-out. The five-hour drive to Chitwan takes us out of the city and along the Himalaya foothills before. Following a Chinese-built road running parallel to the range, the journey slows as we pass through the hilly region. Our reward, however, is plenty of amazing Himalaya views encompassing terraced farms, numerous villages and finally, alongside the Trishuli River into lowlands of Chitwan. We should arrive in time for a late lunch. After you will be introduced to your in-house Naturalist who will go over the activities for the next two days. Late afternoon, you'll receive your first introduction to the local area on a bird walk, a great chance to stretch out after the long journey. This evening, we watch a Traditional Stick Dance performance, an important part of Tharu culture. The dance is performed by members of the Tharu community, who use long sticks to create an engaging, energetic performance. It is believed to have originated as a means of protecting the Tharu communities from various threats, including wildlife and evil spirits, and is now a celebration of Tharu identity and a way to preserve and showcase their cultural heritage to visitors. Please note, the order we do activities is decided by the naturalist depending on local factors. Accommodation: Green Mansions Jungle Resort For those that wish, there is the option to upgrade and take a domestic flight from Kathmandu to Chitwan which can be booked in advance for a supplement. Please speak to your sales representative for more information.