Sunday, December 30, 2018
Kaudulla,Habaran,Minneriya Jeep Safari : Sandaruwan Jeep Safari
Kaudulla,Habaran,Minneriya Jeep Safari : Sandaruwan Jeep Safari: Habarana is a popular location for Jeep safari. A three hour ride safari in a four wheel jeep gives the traveler a good opportunity t...
Habarana Jeep Safari
Habarana is a popular location for Jeep safari. A three hour ride safari
in a four wheel jeep gives the traveler a good opportunity to get
closer to the Elephant and wild life. A large number of elephants,
Indigenous and migrated bird species, reptiles, deers, hawks, peackos
and many other wild animals can be see in there natural habitats
Watch for Sri Lankan elephants on a private
3-hour safari in Hurula Eco Park, a reserve best known for attracting
these endangered giants. Roam the grasslands and forest by 4x4 in search
of the herds that migrate here regularly, making sightings likely.
Observe the elephants grazing or bathing — both more frequent during the
afternoons — and watch for other species and birds. Choose a morning or
afternoon safari, with entrance fees at own expense.
Private 3-hour 4x4 safari drive in Hurulu Eco Park
Explore Huluru’s grasslands, famous for their endangered Sri Lankan
elephants
Follow the dirt trails to spot grazing or bathing herds
Watch for the elusive rusty-spotted cat and Indian star tortoise,
and parrots and bee-eaters
Learn about the animals and flora from an expert driver-guide
Choose a morning or afternoon safari, with the latter recommended
for more elephant sightings
Saturday, December 29, 2018
Thursday, November 8, 2018
Kaudulla National Park
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Kaudulla National Park is a national park on the island of Sri Lanka located 197 kilometres (122 mi) away from the largest city, Colombo. It was designated a national park on April 1, 2002 becoming the 15th such area on the island. In the 2004–2005 season more than 10,000 people visited the National Park, generating an income of Rs.100,000 from entrance fees.[1] Along with Minneriya and Girithale BirdLife International have identified Kaudulla as an Important Bird Area.[2]Kaudulla National Park IUCN category II (national park)
A Sri Lanka Green Pigeon in Kaudulla National Park
Kaudulla National ParkLocation North Central province, Sri Lanka Nearest city Polonnaruwa Coordinates 8°09′40″N 80°54′18″ECoordinates: 8°09′40″N 80°54′18″E Area 6,900 ha Established April 01, 2002 Visitors 10,000[1] (in 2005) Governing body Department of Wildlife Conservation
Historically Kaudulla was one of the 16 irrigation tanks built by King Mahasen.[3] Following a period of abandonment it was reconstructed in 1959. It now attracts and supports a variety of plant and animal life, including large mammals, fish and reptiles.
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