Sapana Village Lodge  

On the edge of Chitwan National Park in Sauraha’s Tharu Villages. Minutes from the Wildlife Display & Information Centre and the Tharu Cultural Museum, and about 1.4 miles (2.2 km) from the park entrance. Roughly a 25-minute flight or a six-hour drive from Kathmandu, this is a sustainable eco-tourism lodge with river-side character.

A uniquely designed property with authentic Tharu décor that supports the local community. About 30 individually or beautifully decorated deluxe rooms feature private bathrooms, 24-hour hot water, private balconies or verandas, and some rooms have heated floors and Select Comfort beds with premium bedding.

Full-service spa offering massages, body treatments and facials. Restaurant terrace with panoramic Rapti river views and occasional elephant sightings. Picnic and barbecue areas, a library, daily complimentary reception, tour desk for jeep safaris and ethical elephant activities, laundry and luggage storage, plus roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) and free self-parking.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi across the property, tour/ticket assistance and concierge services. Luggage storage and an on-site ATM/safe-deposit options available.

On-site restaurant and bar/lounge with a terrace that looks over the Rapti river. Complimentary full breakfast is served daily (6:30–10:00). Room service is available during limited hours.