Mango Tree Lodge

Hygiene: Rooms are consistently described as clean and comfortable, with fresh, homemade meals prepared by Rajen's wife. The attention to hygiene and the use of natural, homegrown ingredients in the food contribute to a pleasant and healthy stay.

The host, Rajan, his 2 sons, Avi, and BJ were great. They go out of their way to ensure you have a great experience. The lodge rooms are large and clean. The outdoor dining and seating area is great and situated in the grounds with fruit and other tropical plants. Rajan's wife prepares all the nutritious and tasty meals. The lodge has, like many in Bardiya, had tough times with the earthquake and the pandemic affecting their income. Our guide, Mehindra, for the walking, jeep, camping, and rafting experiences, did his best to show us all that Bardiya had to offer. We saw lots of big animal signs, but the tigers and elephant herds were hiding. However, we did see one bull elephant, three one horned rhino, and crocodiles, along with various birds, monkeys, etc. As Avi and BJ support this lodge, I believe they will help to drive some changes and help to increase the patronage, which will help update and improve the lodge facilities.

It’s a family run business and the owner Rajan (Former Wildlife Guide for Prince Harry and Hilary Clinton) and his brother in law Mahindra have given me the best possible experience in the jungle (both have over 30 years of experience)! Both are the loveliest/friendliest people you’ll ever meet! Rajan’s spoken english is excellent! I did two walking tours and one Jeep safari, both were one in a lifetime experiences. I always felt safe and properly guided. The rooms in the Lodge are beautiful and spacious. The shower has great pressure and was always hot! After a long day in the jungle the fireplace in the reception hall was already crackling and I got welcomed back with a hot tea or cold beer! All the meals are homemade by Rajan‘s wife and were always delicious! 10/10 stars, I highly recommend staying at Mango Tree Lodge!