Yala

Situated in the deep south of Sri Lanka, Yala is synonymous with the Yala National Park which attracts many visitors. This is because the park is teeming with wildlife and lays claim to a rich biodiversity.
It is located in the deep south of Sri Lanka and spans both the Southern and Uva Provinces. This is a wildlife enthusiast`s form of heaven on earth and even if you are not an enthusiast it will convert you.The Yala National Park is a no hunting zone and so the animals roam around their habitats freely. The park offers different types of habitats from mangrove lagoons near coastal forests, to scrub forests, secondary forests and dunes. It is for this very reason that there is such a diversity of wildlife from mammals, to reptiles, to birds and amphibians. People visit the park with the intent of catching a glimpse of a leopard, a sloth bear or spotted deer or getting up close and personal with the majestic elephants. There are many hotels in Yala along with many camping options in and around Yala itself. Stay in Yala and enjoy a safari holiday as well as the amazing attractions in and around the Yala are

Wilpattu

Wilpattu is Sri Lanka’s largest national park with an area of 130,000 hectare. A unique feature of Wilpattu national park is that the entire park is dotted with large sand rimmed natural lakes known as “Villus”. The Villus collects rain water and tends to attract wildlife especially during the times of drought. The main draw in Wilpattu is the leopard and sloth bear. It is also one of the better parks to see barking deer. Wilpattu is bounded to the north and south by 2 main rivers, the Modara Gamaru towards the north of the park and the Kala Oya to the south of the park.Wilpattu is not only famous for its wildlife but also for its archaeological and historical importance

Udawalawa

Wilpattu is a must visit for wildlife enthusiasts, especially those looking to catch sight of a leopard. This national park in Sri Lanka is filled with endemic birds, sloth bears, deer and elephants to mention a few.
The park gets its name as the thick jungle surrounding the park has a network of natural lakes or water basins that fill with rainwater, referred to as Willus. These basins are very popular with birds and important for the biodiversity. As a park it is larger than the Yala National Park. Wilpattu is about 30 km west of Anuradhapura

Galoya

Established in 1954 to protect the catchment area of the Senanayake Samudraya reservoir, Gal Oya National Park is considered to be among the most scenically beautiful landscapes in Sri Lanka. It is the only national park in Sri Lanka where a safari by boat is possible: from which swimming elephants are occasionally spotted!The Senanayake Samudraya reservoir, which is not a part of the national park, is the largest in Sri Lanka. It was developed as part of a scheme to open up around 162,000 hectares of forest for agricultural and industrial purposes. The reservoir supports an important fishery and is a valuable source of water for irrigation.

Kumana

Located in the southeast corner of Sri Lanka, the 18,149 hectares Kumana National Park is a well-known eco-tourism attraction and bird sanctuary where a multitude of birds breed and roost. Kumana National Park is the eastern sector of Yala National Park. One of the most significant features of the Kumana National Park is the ‘Kumana Villu’ – a 200 hectare natural swamp lake, fed by the ‘Kumbukkan Oya’ through a half mile long narrow channel. It is at this mangrove swamp that many water birds’ nest in May and June. Regular sightings include such species of bird as pelicans, painted storks, spoonbills, white ibis, herons, egrets and little cormorants.

Habarana

Habarana is a very popular destination with travellers as it offers a complete mix of activities that will keep everyone occupied. For the culture lover Habarana is centrally located to the famous Dambulla Cave Temple, to the magnificent Sigiriya Rock Fortress and the less known but equally interesting known Ritigala ruins.
Not too far from Habarana is the Minneriya National Park where visitors can enjoy a safari to see large gatherings of wild elephants. Travel further up to visit the ancient capital cities of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa. These cities will transport you to a time when ancient Sri Lanka was a thriving cultural hub, showcased to perfection by the ruins. Habarana itself is a peaceful location blessed by natural beauty that will instantly calm your mind and soul. For a holiday that includes everything from activities, to wildlife, to relaxation Habarana Sri Lanka is your destination.
National Parks nearby
Minneriya National Park, Ritigala Forest Monestary, Hurulu Eco Park,Kaudulla National Park

Wasgamuwa

Wasgamuwa as a destination is mostly popular owing to the National Park located there. Initially set up as a refuge for the wild animals that were displaced owing to the Mahaweli Development Project back in 1984, the Wasgamuwa National Park is home to many animal species such as elephants, monkeys, wild boar, spotted deer, the elusive leopards and of course the sloth bear.
In fact the name Wasgamuwa originates from the Sinhala name `walas gamuwa` which when loosely translated means sloth bear wood. It was once home to a thriving popular of sloth bear though unfortunately this population has diminished. Wasgamuwa also has a Bird Park with some 143 species of birds recorded. There are other attractions to see such as small scale ancient tanks, ruins and ancient religious sites. For visitors who love to explore the Sudu Kanda mountain range is a good option. There are many good accommodation options in and around the Wasgamuwa Park.

Horton Planes

The vegetation of Horton Plains areas is partly of Upper Montane Rain Forests or a Cloud Forests and Wet Patana Grasslands. There are narrow transition zones called Ecotones in between the two, comprising of shrubs and herbs. The lower elevations of Horton Plains comprises with areas of Grasslands and hills of upper elevation with Cloud Forests.

The most frequent site of wildlife at Horton Plains are herds of Sambar Deer. Among the other mammals in the park are Strip-necked Mongoose, Long-tailed Giant Squirrel Wild Boar, the endemic Bear Monkey and Toque Monkey, Fishing cat, Otter .