Colombo Trip Overview
The Wilpattu National park is especially known for its population of Leopards who are the main source of entertainment and excitement in the entire region. Behind Leopards, the park is full of fascinating birds and animals and is thus one of the most famous tourist attractions of the country. Wilpattu remains a relatively uncrowded and unhurried park filled with a network of ‘Villu’ reservoirs, dense scrub jungle and grass-covered clearings. The unspoilt seclusion of the park makes it ideal for those looking for a peaceful safari experience away from the crowds found in other areas.
• Experience Sri Lanka’s vast wildlife on a private leopard safari
• Explore Wilpattu National Park, the world density capital for Leopards
• Enjoy personalized attention on a private tour
• Hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-offs
• Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a travel guide driver
Additional Info
Duration: 10 to 12 hours
Starts: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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The Wilpattu National park is especially known for its population of Leopards who are the main source of entertainment and excitement in the entire region. Behind Leopards, the park is full of fascinating birds and animals and is thus one of the most famous tourist attractions of the country. Wilpattu remains a relatively uncrowded and unhurried park filled with a network of ‘Villu’ reservoirs, dense scrub jungle and grass-covered clearings. The unspoilt seclusion of the park makes it ideal for those looking for a peaceful safari experience away from the crowds found in other areas.
• Experience Sri Lanka’s vast wildlife on a private leopard safari
• Explore Wilpattu National Park, the world density capital for Leopards
• Enjoy personalized attention on a private tour
• Hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-offs
• Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a travel guide driver
Itinerary
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Stop At: Wilpattu National Park, off Chilaw Anuradhapura road, Saliyapura, Anuradhapura 50008 Sri Lanka
Wilpattu sanctuary was decalred as a National Park in 1938, Wilpattu National Park is located on the west coast close to the historical city of Anuradhapura. Wilpattu is Sri Lanka’s largest national park with an area of 130,000 hectare. It is also the oldest national park which has been reopened after several years of closure due to the armed conflict in the country. There are approximately 30 species of mammals in the Wilpattu National Park which include the Sri Lankan Elephant, Sri Lankan Leopard, Lankan Sloth Bear, Sri, Spotted Deer, Buffalo, Sambar and Mongoose.
Duration: 4 hours
