Reviews of Bardia Eco Friendly Homestay

Clearly this was my best trip to the southern Nepal. Pristine nature, family treatment, comfortable lodging, delicious organic meals and privacy - all that in a "paradise" spot in the Eco Friendly Homestay in Bardiya. My longing to see wildlife was fulfilled; encounter with leopards, tigers and the largest herd of elephants was a sheer thrill. On top of that the night in the Tree House to complete the real jungle experience. Love the friendly guides and the attentive host of the Eco Friendly Homestay. You are doing faboulus work, THANK YOU !

Really cannot think of any downsides of this serene spot. The pricing was also reasonable. Only wish I could stay there longer :))

I highly recommend Bardiya Eco Friendly Homestay! The whole family took such great care of me, from room to meals to wildlife safaris and more. The place has a truly warm family feeling. The bed may have been the most comfortable I've slept in in Nepal. The food is amazing, with almost all the ingredients sourced from the family farm. And Shardul was completely committed to giving me a great safari experience, even during the monsoon season when fewer viewings are expected. I had an extraordinary tiger experience thanks to his thoughtful guiding :)

I came to bardia after staying in chitwan for 11 days with no tiger sighting so I decided to try my luck here in Bardia I’m so happy I came because this place is Amazing And bardia eco Homestay made it even better First off Shardul and his family make you feel like it’s your home and part of their family, always making sure your good and the service is amazing The food is fresh and organic and the property is secluded like a little peaceful retreat Everyday they made me breakfast lunch and dinner with big portions and whatever I wanted or needed Also shardul is a guide and he knew how much I wanted to see the tiger so he did his best to show me the good spots we ended up seeing the tiger on 7 diffrent days which is wild he’s really passionate and knowledgeable about the wildlife here and it’s nice to see the community of guides here all with respect and love for the wild animals I didn’t plan on staying too long but I ended up staying for 17 nights as I really enjoyed my stay obviously Also the rooms are spacious and pretty brand new probably the best place I’ve stayed in Nepal and I’ve been travelling here for over 4.5 months Rooms have aircon and fan and very nice shower and bathroom I also got to witness a massive herd of Elephants and lots of wildlife which was magical The village itself is so beautiful and it’s a place that’s super special still untouched by mass tourism It feels very authentic I highly recommend staying here and I can’t wait to come back already

There was nothing I didn’t like

Rooms are clean and spacious. The family is very welcoming and warm. Shardul helps with all travel arrangements and gives his best on the safaris on search for wildlife.

We only had 3 nights as our visas were running out, but made the most of it with 2 full day safaris organised by Shardul. Our second day was Shardul's last safari of the season ahead of monsoon, and we managed to spot both rhino & tiger, keeping Shardul's tiger success rate at 100% for all guests this season! It was obvious how much it meant to him as much as us that we saw one. Accommodation is fantastic and amazing value - simple room with a really comfy bed; good AC; beautiful garden with fruit trees. Food was great too. Shardul also helped us organise our buses both getting there and onwards, meaning we felt very looked after all the way through. Highly highly recommend!

Great place! Friendly and super nice family running it! They will help in anything they can.

Shortly after booking a room Shardul reached out to us and provided us with travel information. Once in Nepal our plans changed and Shardul was very helpful in picking us up and accommodating us an extra night. Upon arrival we immediately felt very welcomed and comfortable at this lovely homestay! Everyday Shardul and his family provided us with delicious Nepali meals made from the fresh vegetables and fruits from their garden. Thanks to the preparation and attention to detail there was always enough variety of food even on the long safari days. Our absolute highlight in Bardia was going on jeep and walking safaris with Shardul himself. With his professional experience and a bit of luck on our side, we were fortunate to spot the elusive tiger! Shardul’s competence in his profession and passion for wildlife conservation made us feel safe while out in the jungle. We regret having to leave and hope to be back in the future! Thank you Shardul + Family for you kind and warm hospitality!

I loved staying with Shardul and his family for a few days! They are really friendly and make you feel at home from the minute you arrive. My room was quite spacious, clean, and comfortable. It was great to have AC (Bardia can get quite hot and humid) and hot showers. The home-cooked dinners were incredible - some of the best food I had while I was in Nepal. Shardul is an excellent safari guide - friendly and knowledgeable. Over 3 days I was able to see elephants, rhinos, some tigers, and lots of other wildlife!

Our stay at Bardia Eco Friendly Homestay was truly unforgettable! The owner went above and beyond to ensure we had a wonderful experience. The homely, family atmosphere makes the place warm and welcoming. The food, freshly prepared with ingredients from their own garden, was delicious and made with great care. The beautifully maintained garden invites you to relax and unwind – a true oasis of tranquility. We would love to return!

A beautiful setting! Comfy large rooms, surrounded by rural countryside. The food was amazing. Home cooked, fresh, mostly organic and nothing was ever too much trouble.

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Great food, comfortable beds, the room was clean and had everything. The host are very friendly and are great guides for the safaris

We really enjoyed our stay here. The rooms are very comfortable and clean and the place its self is very peaceful and the garden is very beautiful. The family makes the place even better! Very kind people and as guests they make you feel very welcome. They made any request or thing so easy arranged our trip and made it an unforgettable experience. Much love to them

The Homestay is really lovely! There are only 4 Rooms so it is quite relaxing there.

You should be aware that you do not get a lot of Information and we had the Impression that the Guide was not really listening to us. At the Safari Shardul did not provided a lot of Information and when we asked something the answer was really short (seemed that we annoyed him with questions). The Park is really lovely but the walking safari has nothing to do with hiking. The Tours Are more expensive than other ones and we have been quite disapointed of the guidance. There are other Guides who provide much more information and are a Little Bit more motivated.

The accommodation looks very nice and cozy. The room was wonderful, the staff were incredibly friendly, and the food was really good.

The only downside was the lack of a hot shower. Also, keep in mind that activities can be relatively pricey depending on what you choose. I went for the camping experience — a bit expensive, but definitely worth it!

We had a great stay in this wonderful place. Can only reconmend to spend your holidays with these lovely people!

Best guesthouse of Bardiya. Everything was great, amazing people, great location and fair price, do not hesitate to book, just do it in advance, it's full very quickly

Incredible

I really enjoyed the authentic food and the calm and cozy atmosphere. I had a very friendly experience. The safari was guided very professionally and we saw a lot of animals.

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Shardul and Ankita (and others as well) were very helpful and friendly. It is a good place to combine relax with jungle explorations: one day you explore and get impressions (and Shardul will definitely help you to see tigers and other animals), another day you just sit on a terrace relaxing and go for breakfast/lunch/dinner from time to time. Then you can repeat :-) The hosts will help you with everything you want.

Everything was great.

We extended our stay and remained with Shardul and his family for 5 amazing days. The room is big, clean and comfortable and the garden is so beautiful to sit in, and we enjoyed all the great food there. Many of us asked for the recipes as we could not get enough, and Shardul’s wife Ankita happily promised to share 😊 The village close by is full of friendly people, the temple and market are worth a visit. We went for the safari 3 times and saw so many animals and enjoyed the fresh air and nature. Shardul is a wonderful guide who will answer every question. His family and staff are so attentive and makes you feel at home. We will definitely come again to this beautiful place.

Nothing, all was great!

The location is just whaauw! The family and the three girls who are working there, makes that you feel in a kind of a paradise. And the food... is TOP!

Just nothing.

Really friendly family - welcoming and very pleasant. Beautiful place, quiet surroundings, great knowledge and interesting safaris.