Valmiki Tiger Reserve
Bihar's only tiger reserve, Valmiki occupies the Terai region bordering Nepal's Chitwan National Park. Together they form one of the most important trans-boundary tiger landscapes in South Asia.
Area (km²)
898.45
Established
1994
District
West Champaran
Nearest City
Bettiah
Quick Facts
Valmiki is the only tiger reserve in Bihar and one of the least visited, keeping its ecosystem pristine.
It is contiguous with Nepal's Chitwan National Park, forming a critical transboundary landscape.
The Gandak River flows along its boundary, providing habitat for freshwater dolphins.
The name comes from the ancient Valmiki Ashram, believed to be where the sage Valmiki composed the Ramayana.
Habitat & Best Time to Visit
Habitat Types
Best Time to Visit
Nov – May
Park closes July–October. Best sightings in April–May when tigers use waterholes.
Designations
Gates & Safari Zones
Valmiki Nagar
Zone Core
Main entry on Nepal border.
Bhikhna Thori
Zone Buffer
Border crossing point with Nepal.
