Sri Lanka is a tropical country with diverse ecological conditions that provoke an equally diverse range of wildlife. With many flora and fauna being endemic or indigenous to the island, Sri Lanka boasts a biota that is as unique and varied as it is abundant.

Sri Lanka’s two main national parks – Yala and Wilpattu - offer a total protected area of more than 2300 sq km (230000 hectares) and boast a stunning array of wildlife. Yala has become recognised for having one of the highest densities of leopards in the world. Wilpattu is one of the best places on the island to spot the much illusive sloth bear. In both parks it is also common to see deer, wild boar, monkeys, and water buffaloes.

It is not just mammals that dominate the national parks, however. Sri Lanka’s nature reserves are also home to a varied birdlife of over 400 recorded species, including 33 endemic birds (Ceylon Bird Club). And the reptiles are no less impressive. The many lakes and rivers that bring life to the parks are also home to mugger and saltwater crocodiles; the coastline brings in endangered sea turtles; and the grasses, dry open plains, and dense jungle hide a mixture of tropical lizards, snakes, frogs, and insects.

Seen with the help of our naturalists and our custom built 4Wd jeeps, you will experience the unique thrill of interacting with Sri Lanka’s beautiful wildlife, up close and personal.