Category: National Park
Distance From Colombo‎: 188 kms
Mode of Game Drive: Jeep
Main Spotter: Leopards
Drive Time: 3 to 4 H
Location: North Western and North Central
Availability: All Year
Txp: Van, Car, Jeep, Bus
Area: 1,317 km²
Best Time To Visit: February to October
Accom: Hotel, Luxury Tented, Bungalow
Elevation: 78 mt. above sea level

About Wilpattu National Park

Wilpattu National Park is one of Sri Lanka’s oldest wildlife parks and one of the most important protected areas in the island. With its 1317 square kilometres of surface, the Wilpattu is the largest national park in Sri Lanka.
Wilpattu’s varying natural habitats – coastal belt, natural lakes (villus), cliff tops, scrublands, open grasslands and dense forest – provide a home for numerous species of animals, including many of the `big game’ found in Sri Lanka such as Leopard, Elephants, Sloth Bear, Water Buffalo, Spotted Deer and Crocodiles. The Wilpattu will particularly appeal to birdwatchers, with a large number of dry, aquatic and even coastal forest birds.

What is The Best Time to Visit Wilpattu National Park

It is possible to visit the park all year round. The best time to visit Wilpattu is from February to October, is the prime time.

What Animals Can You Spot In Wilpattu National Park?

The Wilpattu National park is home to over 30 species of mammals which popularly include a large population of Sri Lankan Elephant, Leopard, Sloth Bear, Spotted Deer, Sambur, Monkey and Buffalo, many rare species of endemic and migratory birds, Reptile and Amphibians. There is also a wide range of birdlife, reptiles and much more.

Activities Near Wilpattu National Park

Closest landmarks

Portugal Bay
Thanthirimale Rajamaha Viharaya (Temple)
Bird Watching in Mannar Island
Roman Catholic Madhu Church
Vankalai Beach
Mannar Fort
whale and Dolphin watching in Kalpitiya
Kalpitiya Dutch Fort
Kalpitiya Dutch Church
Kalpitiya Lagoon

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YALA NATIONAL PARKGroup of wild elephants at jungle drinking place of Yala National Park
WILPATTU NATIONAL PARKPair of Srilankan jackals, Wilpattu national park, Sri Lanka.
WILPATTU NATIONAL PARKRusty-spotted cat stand in grass, Wilpattu national park, Sri Lanka.
WILPATTU NATIONAL PARKSri Lankan Endemic Leopard - Panthera Pardus Kotiya
WILPATTU NATIONAL PARKMalabar pied hornbill, Wilpattu national park, Sri Lanka.
WILPATTU NATIONAL PARKCrested serpent eagle, Wilpattu national park, Sri Lanka.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I visit Wilpattu?

The prime time for visits is February to October.

What kind of weather can I expect in Wilpattu?

The park’s average temperature is 27 degrees centigrade; annual rainfall is 1000mm

How Many Days Should I Spend at Wilpattu?

Ideally, you should spend at least 2 nights in Wilpattu to get the best, This would give you an opportunity to visit some of the less frequently visited sections of the park away from the normal tracks which we like to do.

How is it like on a general Safari Day?

Full-day Safari (duration 12+hrs) – Leaving the Camp at 06:00am and Returning to Camp by 06:00pm with breakfast, lunch & refreshments on board.
Morning Game Drive (duration 4-5hrs) – Morning Game Drive Leaving the Camp at 06:00am and returning around 11 am
Afternoon Game Drive (duration 3-4hrs) – Leaving the Camp between 14:00pm – 15:00pm and returns around 6 pm

Do’s and Don’ts

Avoid wearing white and other bright colors while on safari
Don’t take anything from the park
Use water sparingly
Never leave your vehicle except at designated get off points where it is permitted to do so

Whisper at sightings, a loud human voice may disturb animals and cause them to charge their behavior and movements Be conscious of wrappers and other litter flying out of your vehicle Always keep children under strict supervision and never allowed to wonder away Never feed the animals and always keeps a safe distance from them