Sir John's Bungalow
A beautifully restored colonial bungalow offering a glimpse into Sri Lanka's past, Sir John's Bungalow is set amidst lush tea estates with views of the Knuckles Range. While not a traditional safari lodge, its secluded location provides excellent opportunities for birdwatching, nature walks, and exploring the surrounding forests and plantations. Guests often encounter endemic birdlife and small forest creatures.
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Sir John's Bungalow in Knuckles Conservation Forest
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Nearest Airport
Victoria Reservoir Seaplane Base
Nearest International Airport
Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport
Galway's Land National Park
Galways Land National Park is a small 27 ha (0.10 mi2) national park consisting of dense montane forest. It is located within the city limits of Nuwara Eliya in Sri Lanka, approximately 2 km (1 mi) east of the city centre. The area was first declared a wildlife sanctuary on 27 May 1938, and later upgraded to national park status on 18 May 2006.
Horton Plains National Park
A unique highland plateau, Horton Plains is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its cloud forests, montane grasslands, and dramatic escarpments like World's End. While not a traditional safari park, it's crucial for nature tourism, offering excellent trekking and opportunities to spot endemic wildlife like the Sri Lankan sambar deer, purple-faced langur, and a variety of highland birds.
Natural Water Reserve 111
Natural Water Reserve 111 is a protected area in Sri Lanka.
Victoria Randenigala Rantembe Sanctuary
Victoria Randenigala Rantembe Sanctuary is a protected area in Sri Lanka.
Health & Travel Info
Important health and safety information for Sri Lanka