Maruni Sanctuary Lodge

Experience the Chitwan World Heritage Site in affordable comfort Maruni Sanctuary Lodge is located in a pristine natural environment on the edge of the Chitwan National Park, a World Heritage Site, managed by the team of the famous Kathmandu Guest House.

Maruni Sanctuary Lodge offers you an excellent opportunity to view rare and endangered species in their rich natural habitat. The park is home to the endangered one-horned rhinoceros, tigers and the narrow-snouted gharial crocodile.

Maruni is located between two villages of the Rana Tharu Community, who traditionally consider themselves people of the forest. You’ll have a chance to meet with them and see how they live.

Maruni wildlife guides are attentive and have good English skills, and are truly interested to share their culture, their knowledge of the wildlife and its fascinating habitat with you.

Maruni’s rooms are large, clean and well furnished and bathrooms have modern plumbing and hot water to ensure you can relax comfortably after jungle and cultural explorations. The food and service is Kathmandu Guest House standard.