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Bundala National Park is Sri Lanka's premier wetland sanctuary and a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, renowned as one of the island's most important bird-watching destinations. This 6,216-hectare coastal paradise encompasses lagoons, salt pans, sand dunes, scrublands, and thorn forests, creating a mosaic of habitats that attract over 197 bird species, including thousands of migratory water birds that arrive annually from as far as Siberia and the Rann of Kutch. Famous for spectacular flamingo gatherings, diverse wading birds, and resident wildlife including elephants and crocodiles, Bundala offers a unique wetland safari experience distinct from Sri Lanka's other national parks.

Bundala National Park

average rating is 4.6 out of 5

Migratory Bird Paradise

Sinharaja Forest Reserve is Sri Lanka's greatest natural treasure—the island's last viable area of primary tropical rainforest and a UNESCO World Heritage Site recognized as one of the world's biodiversity hotspots. This 11,187-hectare virgin rainforest harbors an extraordinary concentration of endemic species found nowhere else on Earth, with over 60% of its trees being endemic and countless rare flora and fauna thriving in its pristine jungle depths. Unlike safari-style wildlife parks, Sinharaja offers an immersive rainforest trekking experience through cathedral-like forests where nature exists in its most primordial, untouched state.

Sinharaja Forest Reserve

average rating is 4.9 out of 5

Biodiversity Crown Jewel

Horton Plains National Park is Sri Lanka's highest plateau wilderness, a mystical cloud forest ecosystem perched at over 2,000 meters above sea level. This UNESCO World Heritage Site encompasses 3,160 hectares of montane grasslands, misty forests, and dramatic escarpments, most famous for World's End—a sheer precipice dropping 880 meters to the valley below. Unlike Sri Lanka's lowland wildlife parks, Horton Plains offers a unique highland trekking experience through ethereal landscapes where endemic wildlife thrives in cool, mist-shrouded environments found nowhere else on Earth.

Horton Plains National Park

average rating is 4.7 out of 5

Cloud Forest Sanctuary at the Roof of Sri Lanka

Minneriya National Park is a compact yet extraordinary wildlife sanctuary in Sri Lanka's Cultural Triangle, world-renowned for hosting "The Gathering"—the largest congregation of Asian elephants on Earth. Centered around the ancient 3rd-century Minneriya Tank, this 8,890-hectare park transforms seasonally into an elephant haven where hundreds of these magnificent creatures converge during the dry season. Beyond elephants, Minneriya offers diverse wildlife viewing, exceptional birdwatching, and the unique combination of ancient civilization heritage with pristine natural ecosystems.

Minneriya National Park

average rating is 4.5 out of 5

Asia's Greatest Elephant Spectacle

Wilpattu National Park is Sri Lanka's largest and oldest national park, a pristine wilderness sanctuary spanning over 130,000 hectares of dense forest, natural lakes, and coastal scrubland. Renowned for its high leopard population and unique "villu" ecosystem—natural sand-rimmed water basins—Wilpattu offers an untamed safari experience far from the crowds. This northwestern gem provides intimate wildlife encounters in a landscape that has remained largely unchanged for centuries.

Wilpattu National Park

average rating is 4.7 out of 5

Sri Lanka's Largest Wilderness and Leopard Kingdom

Udawalawe National Park is one of Sri Lanka's most popular wildlife destinations, renowned for its large elephant population and diverse ecosystems. Spanning over 30,000 hectares of dry zone wilderness, the park offers exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities year-round, with elephants visible in their natural habitat alongside a rich variety of birds, reptiles, and other mammals.

Udawalawe National Park

average rating is 4.7 out of 5

Sri Lanka's Premier Elephant Sanctuary

Yala National Park is Sri Lanka's premier wildlife destination, famous for having one of the highest leopard densities in the world. This 979 sq km sanctuary along the southeastern coast offers thrilling safaris where visitors can spot elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, and over 215 bird species. The park features diverse landscapes from scrub jungle to coastal lagoons, with ancient Buddhist ruins adding cultural depth. Located near Tissamaharama, Yala is essential for any wildlife enthusiast exploring Sri Lanka.

Yala National Park

average rating is 4.2 out of 5

Sri Lanka's Premier Wildlife Sanctuary

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