With a remarkable diversity in Wildlife, Sri Lanka stands out as a premier destination for Big Game Safaris, rivaling even Africa! With its abundant flora and fauna, including numerous endemic species, Sri Lanka boasts a large number of species. Safari enthusiasts are drawn due to its abundant biodiversity, which is comparable to that of African nations at a more affordable and accessible adventure.
Tucked away in the charming Matale regions of Sri Lanka is the vast expanse of Wasgamuwa National Park, which covers an area of approximately 36,900 hectares. The peaceful flow of the Amban Ganga and Mahaweli Ganga rivers on either side provides a pleasant background for your travels. During your Safari, you will discover hidden treasures as you travel through the verdant forest, including the water pools reflecting the sky overhead and animal sounds resonating through the trees.
Situated within the colorful scenery of Sri Lanka, Minneriya National Park attracts a superior sight: the greatest concentration of Asian elephants worldwide. Two indigenous monkey species find shelter in the thick forests, contributing to the park’s great biodiversity. While traveling through this sanctuary on safari, the Minneriya Reservoir emerges as a shimmering oasis that is home to a wide variety of huge water birds.
Buried away on the southeast coast of Sri Lanka, Kumana is a birdwatcher’s and environment lover’s paradise. Honored as one of the island’s most important bird breeding and nesting sites, its varied ecosystems support 255 known bird species. Kumana is well-known for its avifauna display, which attracts visitors from far and wide to see nature’s symphony in flight.
For those wildlife enthusiasts, Udawalawe National Park is an unparalleled haven, celebrated for its thriving community of nearly 1,000 Sri Lankan elephants. Officially declared as the 5th National Park of Sri Lanka, in 1972, it showcases a dominant ecosystem characterized by lush forests, expansive grasslands, and rugged shrubbery.
Experience the enchanting beauty of Sinharaja Forest, situated in the southwest of Sri Lanka. As the country’s and the world’s few remaining untouched wilderness areas, it serves as the home for 60% of endemic trees and various other animal species.
Nestled in the heart of our island, Yala Wildlife Sanctuary stands as a testament to nature’s resilience. Initially a hunting ground for the elite under British rule, it now boasts a rich tapestry of life, with 44 mammal varieties and 215 bird species flourishing within its verdant embrace. Among its treasures is the world’s second-largest population of leopards, whose elusive presence adds mystique to this sanctuary.
