About Valmiki Nagar

Bihar

Valmiki NagarValmiki NagarValmiki Tiger ReserveValmiki Tiger Reserve

Overview

Valmiki Nagar is a small town on the Gandak river in West Champaran district of Bihar, at the border with Nepal, and the main entry to Valmiki National Park and Tiger Reserve. The reserve covers about 898 sq km of forest in the Shivalik foothills and adjoins Chitwan in Nepal. Tigers, rhinos, elephants and sloth bears live here.

Best Time to Visit Valmiki Nagar

Plan your trip around the right season

Nov-FebBest Window

Why visit

Cool weather and good forest safaris.

Keep in mind

Fog on winter mornings.

How to Reach Valmiki Nagar

Intercity connectivity and travel options

Valmikinagar Road has a railway station. Bettiah is the nearest district town, and Patna and Gorakhpur have the nearest airports.

Getting Around Valmiki Nagar

Local transport and practical tips

Local transport

Jeep safaris leave from Valmikinagar. Ask the eco tourism centre about local transport.

Best Areas to Stay in Valmiki Nagar

Pick the right neighbourhood for your trip

Valmiki Nagar

Wildlife stays

Forest and tourism department stays near the reserve.

Bettiah

Road trips

District town with more hotel options.