In Bandipur, a jeep ride through the village is the new safari

A small group of tourists gathered around a jeep at Bandipur’s Tundikhel as the light morning mist began to lift. Some held cameras, others were busy snapping photos on their phones. But they weren’t heading out on a jungle safari, nor to see tigers or rhinos. They were setting off to see a village.

The ‘Village Safari’ has become a new attraction at Bandipur , the tourist hub of Tanahun district. Riding a jeep through the village, understanding local ways of life, eating fresh, organic food, staying at homestays, and experiencing rural culture have added a whole new dimension to Bandipur’s tourism.