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Wilpattu National Park, Anuradhapura

3.8
#1 of 6 in Wildlife in Anuradhapura
Nature / Park · Wildlife Area
Witness the plethora of wildlife at Wilpattu National Park. Established in 1938, the park was closed in 2003 following security concerns, but has now re-opened 25 percent of its 131,693 hectares (325,420 acres) of land for exploration. You'll have the opportunity to see over 31 mammalian species--many of them categorized as threatened--in their natural habitat. Watch as crocodiles stalk the waters, and leopards roam the bush. Bring along your binoculars to get a closer look at the many examples of the rich avian life here, including wetland species like the white ibis and garganey, as well as the Sri Lanka junglefowl, painted stork, and many others. It couldn't be easier to arrange your visit to Wilpattu National Park and many more Anuradhapura attractions: make an itinerary online using Inspirock's Anuradhapura online visit planner.
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Tours to Wilpattu National Park

FROM $200 BOOK WITH VIATOR All Inclusive Private day tour to Wipattu National Park From Negombo
5.0
Duration: 18 hours
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FROM $231 BOOK WITH VIATOR 2 Days Tour to Wilpattu & Anuradhapura from Colombo
Duration: 2 days
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FROM $139 BOOK WITH VIATOR Evening Wilpattu National Park Safari Tour From Negombo
Duration: 7 to 8 hours
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FROM $255 BOOK WITH VIATOR Explore Sacred City of Anuradhapura & Wilpattu National Park
Duration: 2 days
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FROM $142 BOOK WITH VIATOR Afternoon Wilpattu National Park Private Safari
Duration: 8 hours
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FROM $272 BOOK WITH VIATOR Two days tour to Anuradhapura and Wilpattu National park
Duration: 2 days
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FROM $320 BOOK WITH VIATOR Explore Kalpitiya and Wilpattu national park in 2 days
Duration: 2 days
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FROM $152 BOOK WITH VIATOR Wilpattu Wildlife safari from Colombo
Duration: 8 hours
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FROM $118 BOOK WITH VIATOR Anuradhapura from Kandy (2 Days)
Duration: 2 days
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FROM $624 BOOK WITH VIATOR One Night Camping in Wilpattu National Park
Duration: 1 day
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FROM $50 BOOK WITH VIATOR Wilpattu National Park Entrance Ticket
Duration: 3 hours
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FROM $71 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Tour: Wilpattu National Park Safari
Duration: 4 hours
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Wilpattu National Park reviews

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  • By Sudesh077
    This is the largest national park in Sri Lanka. If you need to see wild animals including leopards its advisable to start your safari as early as possible. Park opens at 6.15 to 17.15. You can...  more »
  • By Vachintha
    Wilpattu is one of the largest and most prominent national parks in Sri Lanka. The specialty of this park is that it contains over 100 natural lakes that spreads across a land of about 1300 square...  more »
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  • By Gishan Bandara
    Well, best ideal time to see some animals like leopards, bears etc. is in early morning. If you got a full day ride or morning ride, it's better to enter to park by 6am. Chance of meeting elephants are bit higher in evening. And during the March & April, chance of meeting bears is quit high. Most importantly, if you want to see wildlife make sure you ask your safari driver to drive bit patiently through the park. Because some of them are racing through the park.
  • By John Carne
    Best national park we have visited in Sri Lanka with a spectacular variety of game. The park's lakes and jungle are breathtaking.
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