Responsible Travel to Sri Lanka: A practical Guide to Safaris |
Posted: July 14, 2020 |
Introduction After many setbacks in the past 2 decades, Sri Lanka has fought hard and now is once again emerging due to its attracting and diverse tourist destinations. The Island Country is full of astonishing cultures having roots in the ancient past along with eye-catching landscapes. Known to the world as a gem of the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is a perfect example of how a modern civilization lives along with its ancient history. For a Safari tour to Sri Lanka, responsible travel is an important factor for an everlasting travel experience. Here is a practical guide to ensure that: Sri Lanka is the new Safari destination in the world. With 22 different National Parks, your choice for a safari adventure is even more widened. Here is some information about the most popular National Parks offering a promising Safari experience: 1. Yala National Park Located at around a 6-hour drive from Colombo, the Yala National Park is the most popular safari destination in the country. It gives Safari experiences worth remembering to its visitors. It covers an area of more than 900Km square. Wildlife in Yala National Park Due to its large area, Yala National Park has a wide range of animals inhabited in the wild. These include:
Pricing
$15/person for a day for foreigners.
2. Uduwalawe National Park The Uduwalawe National Park is one of the most popular Safari Park. Located in the south of Sri Lanka it is just a 4-hour drive away from Colombo. This Park is known for the population of its elephants so you have a bright chance of spotting herds of them. It covers an area of more than 300 Km square. Wildlife in Udwalawe National Park Uduwalawe National Park has a wide range of animals inhabited:
Pricing
$15/person per day for foreigners.
3. Wilpattu National Park Wilpatuu National Park is the largest and oldest National Park in Sri Lanka. Located in the north-west of the country, this park is famous for its pools of water that form after rain. Wilpattu is also known for its leopards which can be easily spotted in this area. Wildlife in Wilpattu National Park
Wilpattu is a very underestimated National Park having fewer tourists throughout the year. This gives a great opportunity for a little privacy and to reconnect with Nature. To make sure you avoid the trouble of searching for what you might need on a Safari to Sri Lanka we have made a list for the essential items to bring with you. Packing List 1. Sunscreen Sri Lanka might have a monsoon season and a lot of rain, but it has a tropical sun which can be very irritating. Sunscreen is a must item to bring with you so you can avoid any trouble during your travel. 2. A backpack You need a place to put all your essential items in while on a Safari and a reliable backpack will make your tour very easy. Do remember to bring it with you. 3. Light Clothes The weather is very tricky in the Island Country, midday is the hottest so it is wise to bring some light clothes along with you to help you in the heat. 4. Binoculars The animals are not so close to the road in reality as they seem to be in a picture. Binoculars will help you spot your favorite animals in the wild easily. 5. Hiking Shoes Some Parks let you be on foot in certain areas while on a Safari. It is better to bring a pair of comfortable hiking shoes to have a full taste of wildlife Safari.
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