Bardia Homestay
Thakurdwara 9, Thakurdwara, Bardia National Park 21800 Nepal
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#1 of 1 guest house in Thakurdwara
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4.8
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4.7
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4.9
Value
4.9
Travelers' Choice
We are Budhi and Sonja a Nepali / Dutch couple. We heartily welcome you to our homestay a countryside location closely situated to the entrance of Bardia National Park in West Nepal. A perfect place for people who have a passion for nature and wildlife, for travellers who like to experience the countryside and the Nepali Tharu culture and for the adventurous who like to explore the unspoiled nature of West Nepal. We have five spacious twin rooms with double and single beds. Each room has an attached bathroom with a hot shower, separated toilet, waterbasin, mosquito nets and a fan to keep you cool during warmer days. We have a laundry service and there is free WiFi . We offer: - Activities in Bardia National Park; like jungle walk, jeep safari or camping trips - Activities like walking and bicycling to explore the countryside and to meet the Tharu people; - Activities in Far West Nepal; visits to Khaptad National Park, Rara Lake National Park and Shuklaphanta National Park
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
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Boating
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Breakfast in the room
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Private balcony
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Thakurdwara 9, Thakurdwara, Bardia National Park 21800 Nepal
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Bardia Homestay is an excellent place to stay when you want to check out the National Park. You can book many activities from the homestay. And we could plan them the evening before going, everything would be arranged the next morning. The guides are nice and very good at spotting animals. It is nice to have Breakfast, lunch & dinner by Bardia Homestay. Tip: pack some jungle coloured clothing!
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We were very friendly welcomed by Sonja after a long Jeep drive from Lumbini. The lodge is very clean, european standard equipped and the food, cooked fresh at their own cuisine, marvelous! Budhy and his guide team are guiding professional through the Bardia National Park, either at a walking safari or a jeep safari. It is an unforgettable experience to be in the jungle searching for the animals. It seems that all guides having special eyes as they see really everything even the smallest birds far away! We have not seen tigers but, according to the fresh traces the tiger has probably seen us!!!!!! We hope to come back one day!
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from Sonja Rusticus, Owner at Bardia Homestay
Responded 4 days ago
Namaste Willy, Thank you so much for visiting our home and writing this kind review. We are happy to read that you enjoyed your stay. Yes for sure the tiger has seen you! Heartily welcome to come back ! Greetings Bardia Homestay team Sonja and Budhi
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We had a whole week at Bardia Homestay and really felt at home. Sonja and Budhi are great hosts, nothing is too much bother. We designed our whole trip across Nepal with Sonja's help, it was invaluable. They are friendly, informative and want you to have the best experience of the area, which we did. We were sad to leave.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Room Tip: Staying for a few nights offers great value, you can learn so much more about local life and...
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Response from Sonja Rusticus, Owner at Bardia Homestay
Responded 4 days ago
Namaste Barbara, Thank you for visiting us and writing this great review. It was our pleasure to give you some great memories in Bardia and in Nepal. We felt sad too when you left! Pheri Bhetaulaa ( See you again hopefully) Sonja, Budhi and the members of Bardia Homestay
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Very nice place to live when visiting Bardia! Friendly people, good food and a beautiful place. The rooms are also very nice. They tended to our every need, and helped us plan our activities with very nice and experienced guides for us to see Bardia National Park in the best way possible.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Sonja Rusticus, Owner at Bardia Homestay
Responded 2 weeks ago
Namaste Tor, Thank you for visiting our place and writing this kind review. We are happy to read you enjoyed our facilities at home and in the jungle. Welcome to come back! Greetings, Sonja and Budhi and staff of Bardia Homestay
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I stayed for 5 nights at this beautiful place. Budhi and Sonja were great host. The jungle walking tour was amazing and the guides are experienced. I will definitely come back! Next time I will find the Rhino..🤣
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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Response from Sonja Rusticus, Owner at Bardia Homestay
Responded 2 weeks ago
Namaste Rieneke, Thank you for visiting us and writing this kind review! We are happy to read you enjoyed your time in the jungle. Heartily welcome to come back to have an encounter with the Rhino!! Greetings, Buddhi, Sonja and the staff of Bardia Homestay
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We stayed at Bardia Homestay for four nights (incl one night in the treehouse), and it was one of the highlights of our trip through Nepal! The hosts are very nice and make you feel welcome and at home. They have many activities to offer show they have a lot of experience with the jungle life! Definitely recommend staying here
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Sonja Rusticus, Owner at Bardia Homestay
Responded 2 weeks ago
Namaste Katie, Thank you so much for writing this kind review and visiting our place. Heartily welcome to come back! greetings Bardia Homestay team
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Such a lovely stay! Sonja and Budhi were such amazing hosts and their place is beautiful. If you're needing an escape from the cities, this is where you need to be! The tours around the park were such great ways to spend our days, as well as the local cooking class we did. Thanks again Sonja and Budhi, if we find ourselves back in Nepal, we will be staying here again!
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Sonja Rusticus, Owner at Bardia Homestay
Responded 4 weeks ago
Namaste Lana and Tom, Thank you so much for writing this review and for visiting us. We are happy to read you enjoyed your time at our place and the activities inside and outside the park. Good luck with your conservation work in New Zealand and heartily welcome to come back! Sonja and Budhi
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Very nice and veland place. Sonja and Nudhi made me really felt at home at there place. I also did tje Behri Karnali river trek with Budhi and had a unique experience in far west Nepal. I would recommend this place 100%!
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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Response from Sonja Rusticus, Owner at Bardia Homestay
Responded 4 weeks ago
Namaste Marijke, Thank you for writing this review and for visiting us! It was great to welcome you at our home. We are happy to read that we were able to give you a unique experience. We hope to welcome you again for the Khaptad National Park trek. ! Sonja and Budhi
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A very nice homestay, relaxed, good lodges, excellent guides, nice food. The guides really want you to spot that tiger and do everything (within the safe zones) to make this dream come true. Do not forget to sleep a night in the tree-house in the buffer-zone! the owners Sonja (Dutch) and Budhi (Nepalese) make you feel at ease and give you a lot of good advice what to do during, but also after youre visit, when you continue youre trip. I was there in 2022 on my own, stayed for 5 days. this may 2023 i went with my husband, stayed again this long. Just because it feels so good to be there and to keep spotting tigers......
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Room Tip: Don't forget to go sleep in the treehouse!
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Response from Sonja Rusticus, Owner at Bardia Homestay
Responded Jun 23, 2023
Namaste, Thank you so much for visiting us for the second time. We were happy that we could show you and your husband the beauty of Bardia National Park again. And how lucky you were to see the tiger with the cubs. Yes we agree once you see a tiger in the wild you get addicted to it! Greetings Bardia Homestay team.
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Bardia Homestay is simply fantastic, it is so good I just had to return again this year. The owners and staff are all very open and welcoming, professional and competent ... and very helpful. The accomadations are clean, comfortable and well equipped with all of the amenities to make your stay pleasurable. The food menu is excellent with a good variety of delicious meals to choose from, all freshly prepared. Regarding things to do: the most obvious activity is to go animal spotting in Bardia National Park which is just up the road. The guides at Bardia Homestay are clearly passionate about their work, experts in the faune and flora of the park and very happy to share their knowledge. There is a selection of activities available (rafting, jeep safaris, camping, forest trehouse stay...) and Bardia Homestay will orgnise to meet your interests and expectations. All you have to do is get out of the comfortable bed in the morning on time! For solo trvavelers, Bardia Homestay is very safe. I don't really know what more to say. Bardia Homestay was wonderful last year (the comments in my previous review remain valid), so good in fact that I returned this year, and so good that I may indeed return also next year. Don't hesitate, just book your place!…
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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Response from Sonja Rusticus, Owner at Bardia Homestay
Responded May 17, 2023
Namaste, Thank you for writing this review and your second visit to our home. We are happy to read that once again you had a great time at our home and in Bardia National Park. Our guides are always very pleased to share their passion about wildlife with you. We hope we can welcome you again! Greetings Sonja and Budhi + Bardia Homestay team
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PRICE RANGE
$14 - $15 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
NepalMid-Western RegionBheri ZoneBardia National ParkThakurdwara
NUMBER OF ROOMS
5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bardia Homestay
What are some of the property amenities at Bardia Homestay?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and free parking.
What food & drink options are available at Bardia Homestay?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and breakfast during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Bardia Homestay?
Conveniently located restaurants include Sunsetview Cafe & Jungle Bar, Out Of The Box Cafe & Rasta Bar, and Freedom Beer Bar Restaurant.
Does Bardia Homestay have an airport shuttle?
Yes, Bardia Homestay offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Does Bardia Homestay have airport transportation?
Yes, Bardia Homestay offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Bardia Homestay?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, German, Hindi, Dutch, and Nepali.