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A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sinharaja is probably the most famous forest in the country. It’s located in the Southern, Sabaragamuwa province in the wet zone of the country, and is actually hemmed in by rivers on three sides. Much of the life there is considered endemic, including trees and birds as well as mammals and butterflies, insects and reptiles. From the Red Faced Mal Koha to the Sri Lankan Grey Horn-bill this forest reserve is teeming with wildlife waiting to be explored. There are two main trails to trek through Sinharaja and both trails are little more than 2 kilometers, and are hearty, beautiful hikes that nature lovers are sure to enjoy exploring.
• Personalized tour itinerary with an English speaking chauffeur
• Lunch and bottled water provided during the trek
• Two way hotel transfers included
Additional Info
Duration: 11 to 12 hours
Starts: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sinharaja is probably the most famous forest in the country. It’s located in the Southern, Sabaragamuwa province in the wet zone of the country, and is actually hemmed in by rivers on three sides. Much of the life there is considered endemic, including trees and birds as well as mammals and butterflies, insects and reptiles. From the Red Faced Mal Koha to the Sri Lankan Grey Horn-bill this forest reserve is teeming with wildlife waiting to be explored. There are two main trails to trek through Sinharaja and both trails are little more than 2 kilometers, and are hearty, beautiful hikes that nature lovers are sure to enjoy exploring.
• Personalized tour itinerary with an English speaking chauffeur
• Lunch and bottled water provided during the trek
• Two way hotel transfers included
Itinerary
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Stop At: Sinharaja Forest Reserve, Sinharaja Access Road, Mederipitiya, Deniyaya, Galle 81524 Sri Lanka
Sinharaja Forest Reserve is recognised by UNESCO, and is a must for wildlife enthusiasts. Located in the southwest of the island, it is a special place. Sinharaja Forest Reserve contains many endemic plants, animals and birds, including some 139 varieties of Sri Lanka’s 830 endemic trees, and is one of the few places where you can see Sri Lanka hanging parrot. Pretty bamboo orchids grow beside the trails, and many trees are adorned with epiphytes. A wonderful diversity of butterflies occurs in the forest, including spectacular blue morphos and bird-wings, dancing like windblown paper through the high canopy. Lizards are plentiful, and the residents include a number of rare endemics.
Duration: 4 hours
