The hereditary prime ministers of Rana family, who ruled Nepal for 104 years, often used to invite their guest from England and India, killing huge numbers of tigers and rhinos. The park is situated in the sub-tropical lowlands of southern Nepal, lying between two mountain ranges, the Siwalik and the Mahabharat. This is the flood plain of three rivers, the Rapti, the Reu and the Narayani. This is the natural habitat of endangered animals like Bengal tigers, one-horned rhinoceros and gharial crocodile. There are over 50 species of mammals and 450 species of birds in the park.
Tourists can ride elephants and view the wild animals at close range.
Besides, one can explore the forest in 4-wheel drive jeeps and canoes. This park is situated in western Nepal to the south of the Siwalik range bordering the Karnali river on the west. The vegetation and wild life found in this park are similar to Royal Chitwan National Park. Rhinos in this area became extinct long time ago. Royal Bardiya National Park is less popular than Royal Chitwan National Park because of the difficult access route.