With an extent of 18,000 hectares, this National Park is joined to the main Yala National Park on the west side by the Block 2. The villu’s of Kumana are nesting sites for species of herons, storks, pelicans and a numerous other water birds. (Due to reopen in December 2009)

Bundala is an important and beautiful Wetland Sanctuary combining 20km of beach, lagoons and scrub which host more than 150 bird species. These wetlands are home to winter migratory birds and large flocks of flamingoes. The lagoons prove popular with crocodiles whilst on dry land herds of up to 60 elephants can be seen, as well as civets and giant squirrels. From October to January the area, near Tissamaharama on the south coast, also receives visits from the endangered marine turtles that lay their eggs on the shore. A visit to Bundala will reward all those who’ve sought out this lesser-known National Park.

Situated off Hikkaduwa, this serene island hermitage, rich in birdlife, can be visited only with prior permission.

Wilpattu National Park has opened only periodically in recent years for security reasons, which is a tragedy because it is the most escapist and serene of Sri Lanka’s national parks. Wildlife enthusiasts who doscover a chance to visit should do so. It covers an area of 1300 sq kms from the sparsely-populated North-west coast to the north-central province. Its varied habitats -- coastal belt, natural lakes (villus), cliff tops, scrublands, open grasslands and dense woods – house numerous species of animals. Many of the `big game’ found in Sri Lanka, including elephant, sloth bear, water buffalo, spotted dear and leopard can be seen here. The coastal belt and natural lakes attract many species of birds such as painted storks, white ibis, open bills, whistling teals, spoonbills, cormorants and kingfishers as well as water monitors and mugger crocodiles. Situated away from the common tourist routs, Wilpattu is unspoilt and when possible can be enjoyed in tranquil seclusion.

Yala boasts one of the world's densest leopard populations. However, don't expect to see them prowling around in their thousands – there are less than fifty. Also expect to see elephants, sloth bears, sambar deer, spotted deer, wild boar, crocodiles, monkeys and buffalos. Transport around the park is provided by jeep- complete with driver and expert guide/tracker.

Sri Lanka is an island situated in the Indian Ocean, at the base of the Indian Sub-Continent, 880 km north of the equator. Sri Lanka has a pleasant tropical climate. The average temperature of the low lands ranges between 25-30 degrees Celsius. It is a multi-ethnic, multi-religious country with a diverse and rich culture with a total population of 19 million.