Minneriya National Park
Do you want to see the biggest elephant gathering in Sri Lanka, Minneriya National Park is the best option. It’s located in North Central Province of Sri Lanka. Minneriya was selected as a national park on 12 August 1997, having been originally stated as a wildlife preserve in 1938. The purpose of the declaration to protect the catchment of Minneriya tank and the wildlife of the surrounding area. The Minneriya Tank has been built by King Mahasen in third century AD. .
Best time for Minneriya National Park Safari
May to October is the best time to visit Minneriya National Park to see the famous Gathering of the wild elephant herds. This is known as the largest meeting place of Asian Elephants in the world. During the dry season of August to September in each year, herds up to 300 elephants can be seen within a few square kilometers of the Minneriya Reservoir. This Elephant Gathering is a inspiring scene that would be in you memory for rest of the life of all those who were fortunate enough to witness it. 24 species of mammals and over 170 species of birds, 25 species of reptiles can be see at this park.
Minneriya National park Safari is very famous among the tourist, and never missed the opportunity to see the famous Gathering of the wild elephant herds. We have special tours that covers National Park Safari, Click here to see more plan your next holiday with us…
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Are you terrified with the checking in and out from the hotel? Camping in Sri Lanka is an ideal way to spend the splendor of the island. Are you there to see the fauna, flora, bird watching or even interacting with the local indigenous people “Veddha’s” we do have special team that we can tailor made your request. Contact us for Tailor made package
Best Time To Go For Safari
Morning :- 05:30
Afternoon :- 14:30
