Wild life Safari

The Minneriya National Park’s primary purpose is to secure the catchment of the Minneriya tank, thus preserving the diverse ecosystem it sustains and the abundance of wildlife frequenting the waterway. The area being a natural treasure trove of local fauna and flora,including migratory birds, should be on the to-do-list of any serious outdoor enthusiast. During the dry season the park provides an assembly point for herds of elephants, who make their annual excursion from miles away, to congregate at the watering hole. Historically Kaudulla was one of the 16 irrigation tanks built by King Mahasen. Following a period of abandonment it was reconstructed in 1959. It now attracts and supports a variety of plant and animal life, including large mammals, fish and reptiles. Hurulu Eco Park in Sri Lanka: An Elephant Paradise The Hurulu Forest Reserve in Sri Lanka is a thriving eco system with a variety of creatures. It was designated as a biosphere reserve in 1977. The forest reserve is a very important habitat of the Sri Lankan elephant. The animal is known for its migratory behavior and does so especially in the dry season between the forests situated around the area.