Sri Lanka is one of the world’s best places to go on a safari outside of Africa. It’s no wonder that safari in Sri Lanka is popular! Because there are many spectacular national parks in Sri Lanka to choose from. Here’s a breakdown of the best national parks in Sri Lanka.
There are over 20 national parks in Sri Lanka, with various landscapes from open plains, beautiful lakes, bushland, grasslands, and even beaches! Where you go on safari is totally dependent on your personal preference. For example, are you keen to spot the elusive leopard, or do you prefer to see herds of elephants? This will be a factor in deciding which national park to choose from.
Best time to go on Safari: There are two monsoon seasons in Sri Lanka: The northeast monsoon season which takes place from October to January and the southwest monsoon season which takes place from May to July. It’s best to avoid these times, as animals will take shelter and be harder to spot during the heavy rains. The dry seasons are an excellent time to visit national parks in Sri Lanka, as the animals come out of cover to search for water.
