Welcome to DNPWC Website

Nepal is endowed with rich and varied biodiversity. Altitudinal variances in short distance give Nepal's biogeography variety that range from lush moist forests and sparse alpine deserts to luxurious grasslands in lowland Terai. The mountainous country also shelters some of the world's most rare animals.Sagarmatha (Mt. Everest) National Park and Chitwan National Park with typical natural, cultural and landscapecharacteristics were listed as World Heritage sites in 1979 and 1984, respectively.

Goals and Objectives

With the early emphasis on species conservation, the Department’s present priority stresses a conciliatory approach with participatory management of biodiversity. The specific activities of the Department are:

1. Conservation of endangered and other wildlife species.
2. Scientific management of habitat for wildlife species.
3. Creation of buffer zones in and around parks and reserves for the sustainable management of forest resources.
4. Regulated eco-tourism to improve socio-economic condition of local communities.
5. Creating awareness of the importance of wildlife conservation through conservation education