An Essential Guide to Wilpattu National Park

Wilpattu National Park

Sri Lanka

◉The largest park in the country

◉Has achieved “National Park” status for over 80 years.

◉Extremely diverse variety of species

◉Varying natural landscapes for survival of creatures

◉Open throughout the year for visitors

Highlights

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Wilpattu National Park is located in the dry zone of the island

In 1905 it was declared a wildlife sanctuary

30 years later it achieved National Park status

National ParkAbout the Wilpattu National Park

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Wilpattu National Park is the largest of its kind in the country and covers

an area of 131,690 hectares

National Park

The park:◉lies along the northwest coast of Sri

Lanka and covers the borders of North West and North Central Province

◉is situated 25kms North of Puttalam

Visit WilpattuGetting to the Wilpattu National Park

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Visit Wilpattu

◉The main entrance is approximately 185kms North of Colombo.

◉Hunuwilgama is the name of the town where the main entrance is located. This town is 9km off Thimbiriwewa.

◉Thimbiriwewa can be reached by driving along the main A3 highway from Colombo

Bio DiversityThe Species at Wilpattu National Park

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Bio Diversity

In addition to Sri Lanka’s Big 5, the park includes a wide variety of diverse species:

◉A minimum of 35 different mammal species◉An extensive bird life◉Popular animals such as leopard, sloth bear,

elephant, deer, jackal, buffalo, crocodile and more.

A large number of pelagic birds, flora and fauna are found in Puttalam Sri Lanka.

Wilpattu is a sanctuary for many species of Mammals and Birds

Dolphin Beach ResortYour base camp when visiting Wilpattuwww.dolphinbeach.lk

Dolphin Beach Resort

At Dolphin Beach Resort, you can do more than just visit the National Park:

◉Unique accommodation◉Great food and relaxation◉Ideal location◉Pristine surroundings◉Unforgettable excursions◉Reasonable rates◉Visit Anawilundawa: the Bird watchers paradise

– just 45 minutes drive from the resort

Bar Reef ResortAn eco friendly villa for serenity

www.barreefresort.com

Bar Reef Resort

At Bar Reef Resort, you can do more than just relaxing by the poolside:

◉Explore Bar Reef – the largest coral reef in Sri Lanka

◉Exclusive private accommodation◉Amazing cuisine ◉Ideal location for thrilling activities and

excursions ◉Perfect surroundings for a relaxing holiday◉Economical rates

Quick Recap

Largest sanctuary in Sri Lanka

1300 square kilometers in extent

Safe and secure sanctuary

Observe leopards and sloth bear

Unique flora and fauna

Explore the largest coral reef in Sri Lanka

Fresh water dolphins

Distinct geography

Ancient heritage

Best for extended safari

Comfortable accommodation

Any questions ?You can visit visitwilpattupark.com for more details or contact us on,

AddressMakara Resorts (Pvt) LtdDolphin Beach Resort, Illanthadiya,Kalpitiya, Sri Lanka.

TelephoneReservations: +94 (0) 777 72 32 72Manager: +94 777 78 72 78

Emailreservations@dolphinbeach.lk

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