Historical birdwatching experience in a 3rd century bird park – Kumana National Park
Birdwatch in the ancient 18,000-hectare Kumana National Park, with a 200-hectare swamp serving as breeding grounds to everything from the rare yellow-footed green pigeon to the greater racket-tailed drongo.
SLDT/1702/BW03
Why should you book this trip?
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Kumana National Park is probably the most secluded but amazingly rich in diversity.
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As the legend goes, a god named Katharagama worshipped by almost all the communities in Sri Lanka, made his first landing in the vicinity of the Kumana National Park.
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The Kumana bird sanctuary is home to a spectacular variety of both migratory and resident birds.
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Almost half of Sri Lanka’s bird species have been recorded here.
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This bird haven also serves as a feeding and resting ground to more than 35 species of migratory aquatic bird species - escaping northern winters.
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Three of Big Five mammals in Sri Lanka, the elusive Sri Lankan Leopard, Sloth Bear and the majestic Elephant are visibly seen here.
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The Kumana National Park is located in close proximity to the surfing hotspot of Sri Lanka – Arugam Bay. The Kumana Tour can easily be arranged en route to the surfing hotspot.
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Flexibility in opting for a Full Day or Half Day Safari at the Kumana National Park (Full Day Safari is highly recommended).
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You will be accompanied by an experienced birding guide, whose experiences and knowledge of the Park, promises to make this an eventful and engaging bird watching tour.