Category: Wildlife

A bird sanctuary in the Northern Province, specifically the Jaffna District, this park is nearly 50 square kilometers of prime real estate and breeding grounds for various creatures.

The Attidiya Bird Sanctuary is located near Colombo and presents the ideal opportunity for bird enthusiasts without the need of lengthy travel.

Anawilundawa Wetland is a designated RAMSAR site, with large populations of waterfowl & waders. With 168 species recorded here, its a haven for birdlife.

The Nawadankulama Tank is a large man made water body which attracts an abundance of waterfowl and waders, both resident and migratory.

Giant’s Tank is a massive reservoir built in ancient times and supports large populations of water fowl, making it an attractive site for bird watchers.

Kalametiya Bird Sanctuary is a wetland system comprised of a brackish water lagoon and mangrove swamps, and nesting ground for resident & migratory birds.

Victoria Randenigala Rantembe Sanctuary is a sprawling protected area in the valley of the Mahaweli River, the catchment basin of the three reservoirs.

The Kannaliya Forest Reserve, a spectacular biosphere, presents a paradise for nature lovers offering excellent bird watching and trekking experiences.