Price: $110 for 1 person (minimum 2 persons) (Luxury Car with driver & meals and entrance tickets with half day safari)
Discover Sri Lanka’s Bird Paradise
Escape the crowds and immerse yourself in the serene wilderness of Bundala National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and one of Sri Lanka’s most important bird sanctuaries. Just a few hours from the southern coast, Bundala offers a peaceful safari experience with lagoons, dunes, and wetlands full of life.
- Only park in Sri Lanka where all waterbird species can be found.
- Home to thousands of migratory birds including flamingos, pelicans & storks.
- Spot elephants, crocodiles, deer & monkeys in their natural habitat.
- Less crowded than Yala, making it perfect for photography & birdwatching.
Pickup & Departure Details
Pickup Locations: Any hotel in down south Sri Lanka – Galle, Unawatuna, Hikkaduwa, Bentota, Mirissa, Weligama, or Matara.
Pickup Time: 5:00 – 5:30 AM (arrive early for best sightings).
Drop-off Location: Same as pickup.
Drop-off Time: Around 6:00 PM.
Early morning start ensures you enter the park when wildlife is most active.
The Bundala Safari Experience
On arrival at Bundala, switch to a 4×4 safari jeep with a professional guide for a 3–4 hour safari across lagoons, scrublands, and dunes.
What You’ll See:
Birds: Thousands of migratory flamingos, pelicans, storks, ibis, herons & more (best season: September – March).
Elephants: Small herds grazing near the lagoons.
Reptiles: Both saltwater & freshwater crocodiles, turtles & monitor lizards.
Other Wildlife: Deer, jackals, monkeys & the rare fishing cat.
🌿 Unlike crowded Yala, Bundala offers a calm, eco-friendly safari perfect for nature lovers.
Lunch & Optional Visits
Stop for a traditional Sri Lankan lunch (rice & curry or seafood) at a local restaurant near Hambantota.
Optional add-ons: visit Hambantota salt pans or explore nearby wetlands before returning.
Quick Tour Facts
Tour Name: Bundala National Park Safari Day Tour
Pickup Time: 5:00 – 5:30 AM (from down south hotels)
Safari Duration: 3–4 hours inside the park
Drop-off Time: ~6:00 PM
Highlights: Birdwatching, elephants, crocodiles, flamingos, peaceful nature escape
Best Season: September – March (peak for migratory birds)