MINNERIYA NATIONAL PARK

Minneriya is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, important for elephant conservation.

Location

Central Sri Lanka, near Minneriya.

Distance from Colombo

Approximately 182 km.

Travel Time

About 3.5-4 hours by car.

Area

Approximately 89 square kilometers.

Wildlife

Known for its large elephant gatherings, as well as deer, leopards, and various bird species.

Activities

Jeep safaris, bird watching.

Best Time to Visit

July to September. This is the time of the "Gathering," when hundreds of elephants flock around Minneriya Lake due to water scarcity in other areas.