Yala National Park
One of Asia's top national parks for animals is Yala National Park in Sri Lanka. This vast woodland area with lagoons and grasslands lies in the Southeast of the nation, bordering the Indian Ocean. Come here with your family to see Sri Lanka's thriving wildlife.
Udawalawe National Park
On the border of the provinces of Sabaragamuwa and Uva, Sri Lanka's Udawalawe National Park is situated. The park was built to house the animals that were uprooted during the Udawalawe Reservoir's construction. It's the best area to see wild Asian elephants. Therefore, if you enjoy elephants, you must go here!
Wasgamuwa National Park
Sri Lanka's Matale and Polonnaruwa Districts are home to Wasgamuwa National Park. One of Sri Lanka's protected zones, it allows visitors to see sizable herds of the island's elephants. In addition to elephants, this national wildlife park in Sri Lanka is home to a variety of other animals and bird species, such as red-faced malkoha, mugger crocodiles, golden palm civets, and purple-faced langurs.
Sinharaja Forest Reserve
A very diverse national park is the Sinharaja Forest Reserve. UNESCO has recognized the reserve as a Biosphere Reserve and a World Heritage Site. The best rainforest in the nation is in Sinharaja. The region is renowned for having tall, unusual trees. The red-faced malkoha, the green-billed coucal, and the Sri Lankan Blue magpie are among the mixed-bird species that can be found here.
Minneriya & Kaudulla National Parks
In the North Central Province, Minneriya and Kaudulla National Parks are close to one another and only a 30-minute drive apart. It is breathtaking to see vast herds of elephants congregate on the bed of Minneriya Lake in the months of September and October. Afterward, beautiful green grassland takes the place of the lake.
Horton Plains National Park
In Sri Lanka's central highlands, Horton Plains National Park is distinguished by montane grassland and cloud forest. The highest plateau on the island is Horton Plains. Rich vegetation and wildlife can be found in the forests. It's interesting to note that the local species of dwarf lizard has evolved to give birth to live offspring rather than eggs because of the frigid climate.
Wilpattu National Park
The largest park in Sri Lanka is Wilpattu National Park, which is situated on the country's northwest coast. The presence of "Willus," or naturally occurring salty lakes, distinguishes this park from others. In order to give the species the space and time it needed to reclaim its former abundance, the park was closed for 15 years before being reopened in 2003.
Kumana National Park
Kumana National Park, which is located on Sri Lanka's southeast coast, is well known for its avifauna (regional birds), particularly the sizable groups of migrating waterfowl and wading birds. You can witness a variety of bird species here, including pintail snipes, black-necked stock, and eurasian spoonbills.
Bundala National Park
Due to the fact that it serves as the wintering grounds for migratory water birds in Sri Lanka, Bundala National Park is a national park of worldwide significance. 197 different bird species may be seen at Bundala, but the larger flamingos, which move in enormous numbers, stand out. In modest quantities, elephants and crocodiles can also be found. UNESCO designated Bundala as a Man and Biosphere Reserve in 2005.
