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Tourists enjoying a jeep safari in Kaudulla National Park

Kaudulla National Park – A beautiful park full of elephants

Kaudulla National Park – A beautiful park full of elephants

✈️ Why should you visit Sigiriya?

Kaudulla National Park is a renowned wildlife sanctuary in Sri Lanka, famous for its seasonal “Gathering” of hundreds of wild elephants.
  • Ancient Reservoir at its Center: The park is centered around the historic Kaudulla Tank. This tank was built by King Mahasen and attracts a wide range of animals.
  • Elephants’ “Gathering” Point: The park is a key part of the “elephant corridor,” connecting three other national parks. In the dry season, large herds of elephants congregate around the Kaudulla tank for food and water.
  • Important Bird Area: It has been identified as an “Important Bird Area.” The park is home to 160 species of birds, including many large water birds like the Spot-billed Pelican.
  • Unique Landscape: Approximately two-thirds of the park’s area is under water for a significant part of the year. The landscape also features a mix of grasslands and scrubby forests.
  • High Biodiversity: Kaudulla supports a wide variety of wildlife. The park is home to 24 mammal species, 25 reptile species, and 26 fish species.

Entity

Government

Entrance

Paid

Wheelchair Access

Yes

Water

Available

Restaurants

Available

Toilets

Available

District: Polonnaruwa

Reach

Any vehicle

Road Quality

Good

Public Transport

Available

Nature and wildlife photography at Kaudulla National Park
Herd of wild elephants at Kaudulla National Park Sri Lanka

Guidelines

Stay Inside the Safari Vehicle : Never leave the vehicle during a safari. Wild animals, especially elephants and leopards, can be dangerous. Do Not Feed or Approach Wildlife : Feeding or trying to touch animals is strictly prohibited and can provoke aggressive behavior.