About Biratnagar

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Overview

Biratnagar is a large city in Koshi Province in the eastern Terai of Nepal, close to the Indian border at Jogbani. It has the nearest airport to Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve, a Ramsar listed wetland of reed beds and marshes on the Kosi river floodplain. The reserve shelters Nepal's last herd of wild water buffalo and is one of the best birding spots in the country, especially in winter when ducks and waders arrive. The reserve headquarters is at Kusaha in Sunsari district.

Best Time to Visit Biratnagar

Plan your trip around the right season

Nov-MarBest Window

Why visit

Migratory waterfowl and comfortable weather on the wetlands.

Keep in mind

Fog on winter mornings.

How to Reach Biratnagar

Intercity connectivity and travel options

Biratnagar has flights from Kathmandu. From India, cross at Jogbani in Bihar. Indian citizens need a passport or voter ID for Nepal.

Getting Around Biratnagar

Local transport and practical tips

Local transport

Taxis and buses run from Biratnagar and Itahari towards Kusaha on the East West Highway.

Best Areas to Stay in Biratnagar

Pick the right neighbourhood for your trip

Biratnagar city

Arrivals and onward travel

City hotels close to the airport and border.

Near Kusaha

Birdwatchers

Wildlife camps near the reserve headquarters.