Why choose this Bentota tour ?
Forest walk and birding tour in the historical King’s forest, Udawatte Kele. This historic sanctuary is famous not only for its avifauna but also its variety of plant species including lianas, shrubs and small trees. It contains 460 plant species including 135 species of trees and nine endemic species the opportunity to visit the Senkada Cave, where a hermit lived alone in the forest. It is also home to several species of mammals and reptiles, which makes it a holistic nature experience. This is a great place to explore the bird life where approximately 80 species of birds can be seen.
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What makes Nature Tour to Udawatte Kele Sanctuary, Kandy from Bentota a unique experience ?
6:00am: You will be Picked up from your hotel in Bentota and transferred by Air-condition vehicle for a bird watching and nature trekking tour at Udawatta Kele sanctuary.
Udawatte Kele is the only forest reserve in the Kandy city limits and is a great addition to your list of things to do in Kandy. It was once known as Uda Wasala Watta meaning the garden above the royal palace and is of significant cultural and historic value .This breathtaking forest is a hotspot for bird enthusiasts. It is a moderate track that is great at burning off the excess calories gained while holidaying
This historic sanctuary is famous not only for its avifauna but also its variety of plant species including lianas, shrubs and small trees. It contains 460 plant species including 135 species of trees and nine endemic species.
You will be able to see the historically important ruins and places from the Kandyan Kingdom such as the Lady Horton’s Road, Royal Pond, Lovers’ Walk and Marble Seat. The opportunity to visit the Senkada Cave, where a hermit lived alone in the forest.
It is also home to several species of mammals and reptiles, which makes it a holistic nature experience It is easily accessible and has a great educational and recreational appeal The forest is also a very important religious site as it contains three Buddhist meditation hermitages and three rock shelter dwellings. It is suitable for all ages
Lunch will be served at sri Lankan local Restaurant.
After lunch return back to your hotel in Bentota
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes/Hat/ Sun block lotion
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- Visit To Udawatte Kele Forest, Kandy From Bentota
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Pickup included
- Nature guide
- English speaking driver
- Sri Lankan Set Local Lunch
- Beverages or food other than specified.
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Asni Tours & Travel (M) Sdn Bhd.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Colombo.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 2 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Please wait at Hotel Lobby or Meeting Point 15 minutes before the time specified on this voucher to start.
Please call hotline number at least 24 hours before to confirm your pick up point.
