Yala National Park

Yala National Park is a large wildlife sanctuary in southeast Sri Lanka, known for its high density of leopards and rich biodiversity, including elephants, sloth bears, and a variety of birds.

Udawalawe National Park

Udawalawe National Park is a Sri Lankan national park, established in 1972 to protect the Udawalawe Reservoir catchment area. Located in the south-central part of the island,it is renowned for its large elephant population and is one of the best places in the world to see wild elephants. The park's landscape includes open grasslands, thorny scrub forest, and marshes, and it also supports a wide variety of other wildlife, such as water buffalo, deer, and numerous bird species.

Wilpattu National Park

Wilpattu National Park is a large, ancient wildlife sanctuary in northwestern Sri Lanka, famous for its "willus" (natural lakes) that are a result of rainwater-filled depressions.Its diverse landscape of dry forest, open plains, and coastal areas makes it a premier destination for spotting leopards and offers a wide variety of wildlife, including elephants, sloth bears, and numerous bird species.

Minneriya & Kaudulla National Park

Minneriya and Kaudulla National Parks are neighboring wildlife sanctuaries in Sri Lanka known for the "Gathering of Elephants". Both feature large reservoirs, grasslands, and forests, and serve as a vital corridor .for elephants and other wildlife, including monkeys and deer. While they share many similarities and are often visited together, a key difference is that Kaudulla has a higher population of wild elephants, but Minneriya is more famous for the "Gathering" spectacle during the dry season.

Horton Plains National Park

Horton Plains National Park is a misty, high-altitude highland plateau in Sri Lanka, known for its rich biodiversity, cloud forests, and grasslands..It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring popular hiking trails, including the scenic route to the dramatic "World's End" cliff and Baker's Falls. The park's ecosystem is home to numerous endemic plants and animals, and it serves as the headwaters for three major Sri Lankan rivers.

Bundala National Park

Bundala National Park is a protected wildlife sanctuary in Sri Lanka, renowned for its diverse wetlands, diverse birdlife, and status as a Ramsar wetland and UNESCO Biosphere ReserveLocated in the Southern Province near Hambantota, the park features a mosaic of dry thorny scrublands, lagoons, marshes, and sand dunes, making it a crucial wintering ground for migratory birds like the Greater Flamingo.Visitors can see a variety of wildlife, including elephants, leopards, and turtles, with the best time for birdwatching being from September to March.

Ridiyagama Safari Park

Experience Sri Lanka’s first drive-through safari park. Divided into six zones, this 500-acre park is home to an interesting wildlife mix. You can tour the park by bus or a safari jeep while watching the animals roam freely.Expect zebras and giraffes amidst unique creatures like Bactrian camels, Indian blue bulls and African cape buffaloes.

The main highlights here are the Bengal tigers, African lions and Sri Lankan elephants—so be sure to keep your eyes peeled. To maximize your trip, combine your visit to the safari with nearby attractions in Hambantota like the Birds Park or Mirijjawila Botanical Garden. Located in the Southern Province near Hambantota, the park features a mosaic of dry thorny scrublands, lagoons, marshes, and sand dunes, making it a crucial wintering ground for migratory birds like the Greater Flamingo.Visitors can see a variety of wildlife, including elephants, leopards, and turtles, with the best time for birdwatching being from September to March.

Peradeniya Botnical Garden

Located near Kandy, it is Sri Lanka’s largest and most beautiful botanical garden.Known for its diverse collection of orchids, towering palm avenues, medicinal plants, giant fig trees, and vibrant floral displays. It was once reserved for Kandyan royalty and is now a favorite spot for nature lovers.