Sri LankaSabaragamuwa Province
Sinharaja Forest Reserve
UNESCO World Heritage Site
About Sinharaja Forest Reserve
S inharaja is a UNESCO-listed tropical rainforest and biodiversity hotspot - the last sizeable remnant of Sri Lanka's virgin rainforest. Tucked in the south-west of the island, this mystical forest (whose name means 'Lion Kingdom') is alive with endemic flora and fauna. Towering hardwoods create a dense canopy where rare orchids cling, and the air is filled with birdsong and the hum of insects. Over 60% of Sinharaja's trees are endemic to Sri Lanka.
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Highlights
Guided nature treks under the dim green canopy
Waterfalls and streams hidden within the forest (like Brahmana Falls)
The incredible biodiversity - from towering dipterocarp trees to tiny frogs
Nearly all of Sri Lanka's endemic birds in mixed feeding flocks
Unmissable Experiences
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Take a half-day or full-day guided hike (morning hikes are best for birds)
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Wear leech socks or repellent as leeches are common
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Listen to the cacophony of cicadas and chirping birds
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Visit the small Sinharaja information centre at Kudawa
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Carry rain gear as sudden tropical showers can occur
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Practical Info
Getting There
Accessible via train or taxi. Check local schedules for best routes.
What to Bring
Water, sunscreen, hat, and good walking shoes recommended.
SourceUNESCO
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