Where Luxury
Meets the Wild Wilderness
An eco-luxury retreat nestled beside the pristine waters of the Rapti River. Experience unparalleled wildlife encounters, five-star hospitality, and rich Tharu cultural heritage in the heart of Chitwan, Nepal.
Luxurious Sanctuaries
Bespoke eco-villas and cottages crafted from local clay, wood, and thatch, designed to place you in absolute comfort while honoring Chitwan's natural landscape.
Heritage Twin Cottage
An authentic Tharu clay cottage, hand-decorated with traditional pink and white handprints. Features a private open-air veranda with comfortable wicker chairs, leading into a spacious twin-bed heritage room.
Traditional Bamboo Cottage
Our signature guest cottage featuring a spectacular hand-woven geometric bamboo ceiling. Built by local Tharu artisans, it perfectly combines terra-cotta tile floors with wood twin beds and authentic murals.
Forest-View Heritage Cottage
An elevated wooden cottage (Cottage 113) crafted from local timber and hand-wound rope columns. Features a raised porch with cozy wicker seating overlooking Chitwan’s lush national park greenery.
Unforgettable Encounters
Step into the wild. From thrilling jungle safaris to tranquil canoe excursions, discover a curated list of authentic experiences designed to connect you deeply with Chitwan.
Deep-Jungle Elephant Safari
Explore deep into the core zones of Chitwan National Park on a traditional elephant safari. Under the guidance of seasoned mahouts, safely cross the Rapti River to track endangered one-horned rhinos, wild bison, and elusive Royal Bengal Tigers in their natural habitat.
- ✦ Mahout-guided river crossings
- ✦ High-vantage wildlife tracking
- ✦ Rhino & tiger habitat routes
Silent Rapti River Canoeing
Drift silently down the peaceful Rapti River in a traditional handcrafted dugout canoe. Observe migratory waterbirds, fish eagles, and local Tharu guides holding wooden poles under the soft sunrise skies.
- ✦ Hand-carved wooden canoes
- ✦ Local riverboat guides
- ✦ Endemic bird-watching channels
Rapti River Crocodile Spotting
Glide close to the clay river banks to observe Chitwan’s ancient residents: the giant Marsh Mugger and the endangered long-snouted Gharial crocodiles sunbathing on the sandy banks in absolute quiet.
- ✦ Up-close crocodile sightings
- ✦ Telephoto wildlife photography
- ✦ Endemic reptile tracking
Majestic Rapti Sunsets
Witness a breathtaking, red-gold silhouette sunset reflecting perfectly over the calm waters of the Rapti River. Relax as the sun dips behind the wild forest canopy, painting the Nepalese skies in stunning warm gradients.
- ✦ Spectacular river reflection viewpoints
- ✦ Perfect wildlife twilight photography
- ✦ Peaceful dusk safari debriefs
The Sanctuary Experience
Explore our shared spaces. From hand-crafted clay lounges and two-story dining decks to peaceful reading gardens, enjoy five-star natural tranquility.
Traditional InteriorSanctuary Reception Lounge
Our main welcome lounge featuring terra-cotta tile floors, hand-drawn Tharu wildlife murals on clay walls, a traditional wooden wagon wheel, and local rounded wicker chairs arranged for warm conversation over fresh tea.
Fine GastronomyBespoke Sanctuary Dining
Indulge in authentic farm-to-table organic dining. Dine at our beautifully set tables adorned with traditional brass oil lamps and fine tableware, enjoying freshly sourced local vegetables, organic chicken, and Himalayan herbs.
Sanctuary WildernessLush Forest Canopy Grounds
Our guest cottages are nestled deep under a majestic canopy of ancient sal and silk-cotton trees. Take morning walks along our stone paths and spot butterflies, rare hornbills, and native monkeys in the treetops.
Tranquil LeisureHidden Garden Alcoves
Dotted across our green lawns are traditional thatched-roof umbrella sitting areas surrounded by lush green ferns. The perfect serene spot for quiet morning reading, drawing, or afternoon tea.
Begin Your Journey
Each safari excursion, menu choice, and sunset view at Maruni Sanctuary is curated specifically for your tastes. Fill in our booking inquiry form, and our reservation sanctuary host will reach out to you within 24 hours to finalize your luxury itinerary.
Location
Sauraha, Chitwan, Nepal
Contact Person
Prabin Sapkota (Maruni Resort Pvt. Ltd.)