Embark on a thrilling trek through the Kanneliya Forest in Sri Lanka, home to a diverse range of endemic flora and fauna. Discover monkeys, snakes, lizards, and a variety of tropical trees and plants. Visit stunning waterfalls and explore this tropical rainforest from December to April for the best experience.
Embark on a thrilling trek through the Kanneliya Forest in Sri Lanka, home to a diverse range of endemic flora and fauna. Discover monkeys, snakes, lizards, and a variety of tropical trees and plants. Visit stunning waterfalls and explore this tropical rainforest from December to April for the best experience.
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Kanneliya Rain Forest Reserve - 07:30 AM - Guests will be warmly welcomed and picked up by our driver for a journey to the Kanneliya Rain Forest.
08:00 AM - Upon arrival at Kanneliya, a trekking guide will provide a brief introduction to the tour before commencing. The Kanneliya forest complex is notable for its floral endemicity, with 17% of…
- Kanneliya Rain Forest Reserve - 07:30 AM - Guests will be warmly welcomed and picked up by our driver for a journey to the Kanneliya Rain Forest.
08:00 AM - Upon arrival at Kanneliya, a trekking guide will provide a brief introduction to the tour before commencing. The Kanneliya forest complex is notable for its floral endemicity, with 17% of lowland endemic floral species found exclusively in this area. There are 319 recorded woody plant species, with approximately 52% being endemic. The vegetation represents Sri Lanka’s lowland rain forests. Additionally, 220 fauna species have been recorded in Kanneliya, including 41 endemic species. The forest complex is home to 86 mammal species, including 4 shrews, 5 rodents, one carnivore, and 2 primates. Moreover, 20 of Sri Lanka’s 26 endemic bird species can be observed in Kanneliya.
10:30 AM - After an unforgettable trekking experience, guests will be transported back to their hotel.
11:30 AM - Guests will be dropped off at their hotel.
- Galle - Pick-up and drop-off services are available from most nearby hotels in Galle.
- Experienced English-speaking trekking guide
- All government taxes included
- Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off in air-conditioned vehicle
- Pickup and drop-off from nearby hotels in Galle
- Water bottles provided during trek
- Entrance fee to the Forest covered
- Experienced English-speaking trekking guide
- All government taxes included
- Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off in air-conditioned vehicle
- Pickup and drop-off from nearby hotels in Galle
- Water bottles provided during trek
- Entrance fee to the Forest covered
- Gratuities.
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
- Gratuities.
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
Kanneliya Forest boasts a rich diversity of flora and fauna and is particularly renowned for its endemic wildlife in Sri Lanka. Visitors have the opportunity to observe monkeys, snakes, lizards, various bird species, and a wide array of tropical trees, plants, and flowers. The optimal time to visit Kanneliya is from December to April due to the reduced…
Kanneliya Forest boasts a rich diversity of flora and fauna and is particularly renowned for its endemic wildlife in Sri Lanka. Visitors have the opportunity to observe monkeys, snakes, lizards, various bird species, and a wide array of tropical trees, plants, and flowers. The optimal time to visit Kanneliya is from December to April due to the reduced rainfall. During this period, streams are more active following the rain, making it an excellent time to explore the waterfalls in Kanneliya. For those interested in nature-based tours in Sri Lanka, Kanneliya Forest is an exceptional destination.
- Please be ready at the hotel lobby 15 minutes before the pick up time.
- Recommend to wear comfortable shoes for a nature trekking.
- You have to expect leaches throughout the trekking.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
