A morning at Sinharaja Forest Reserve
A UNESCO primary rainforest dense with endemic birds, frogs and giant lianas, explored on foot with a guide along leech-lined forest trails. A UNESCO primary rainforest dense with endemic birds, frogs and giant lianas, explored on foot with a guide along leech-lined forest trails.
Why go
A UNESCO primary rainforest dense with endemic birds, frogs and giant lianas, explored on foot with a guide along leech-lined forest trails.
In April, the inter-monsoon: short showers, festive Avurudu energy with peak domestic crowds mid-month, and the first flat, glassy days at Arugam Bay.
The practical bit
Getting there: Kudawa or Deniyaya entrances; ~2.5 hrs from Galle.
Hours: 06:30 to 18:00.
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