Meghauli Serai is part of Taj Safaris, the safari arm of India's Taj group, and the brand's only lodge in Nepal. It sits on the north bank of the Rapti in Meghauli, west Chitwan, with the park across the water. Rooms and villas are built in a style drawn from Tharu architecture, with mud-toned walls and verandas, and look across the river to the Meghauli grassland. Some villas have private plunge pools; there is also a main pool, a dining area overlooking the river and a spa.
Stays are usually sold as full-board safari packages, including meals, jeep safaris, boat trips, guided walks and village visits with the lodge's naturalists. The park entrance is a short boat crossing from the lodge. It is about an hour by road from Bharatpur Airport. We use Meghauli Serai on our luxury safari and honeymoon itineraries, and it is popular with Indian families looking for familiar Taj standards in the jungle.
Why we book it
- River-view rooms and villas facing the park, some with plunge pools
- Taj-trained service and naturalists included in full-board packages
- Quiet western sector of Chitwan with fewer vehicles
Best for
- Couples
- Families
- Photographers
- Seniors
Questions travellers ask
How much does Meghauli Serai cost per night?
Rates vary by season and room type and are usually sold as full-board safari packages including activities. Room-only rates have been seen from around US$ 320 a night before taxes, with packages considerably higher. Our 3-night luxury safari quotes an inclusive per-person price; ask us for current rates.
Is Meghauli Serai good for families with children?
Yes. It welcomes families, has a pool, spacious rooms and villas, and naturalists who adapt activities to children. Jeep and boat safaris suit all ages. Walking safaris have age limits. Book family rooms or connecting options early for October to December and Indian school holidays.
How do I reach Meghauli Serai from Kathmandu?
Fly Kathmandu–Bharatpur in about 25 minutes and transfer by road for about an hour; the lodge or we arrange the vehicle. By road from Kathmandu, allow 6–7 hours for about 190 km via Mugling and Narayangarh.
