Shuklaphanta National Park

Tucked into Nepal’s remote far-western plains, Shuklaphanta National Park spans 305 sq km and is one of the country’s most ecologically significant but least-visited national parks. Known for its vast open grasslands, it hosts the largest herd of swamp deer (barasingha) in the world and offers a tranquil alternative to more commercialised safari experiences.
Formerly a hunting reserve, Shuklaphanta was designated a wildlife reserve in 1976 and upgraded to national park status in 2017. It is a critical stronghold for grassland specialists and a vital corridor for seasonal wildlife migrations between Nepal and India’s Dudhwa National Park.