About Bundala National Park

Bundala National Park Safari takes place in a natural animal sanctuary that is about 250 kilometers from Colombo. It is much closer to Hambantota.  Hambantota is a dry/wet region, giving some similar features to the national park as well. The hot and dry climate is perfect for wildlife safaris without disturbances from rainfall. The average temperature can be as high as 27 degrees Celsius. May to September is the dry season (also the offseason.) During winter in other countries, from September to March, there come the migratory birds in large numbers to live in healthy conditions in Bundala.

Bundala National Park Safari is not only for bird-watching. It comes with nature’s other essences to give you a so-called perfect wildlife safari experience. Dry-thorny scrublands and brackish lagoons make Bundala the best destination for migratory birds to spend safe times until winter is over in their countries of origin. Other than migratory birds, all local waterbirds also choose Bundala to live in perfect harmony. The land of waterbirds is another name for this fabulous wildlife destination. Out of the 200 bird species found in Bundala, about 58 are migratory species. All these figures are surprising numbers in the world of tourism and travel. Those are the exclusive factors that make Bundala National Park Safari remarkably special.

Migratory birds visit Bundala from September to March every year (for almost six months.) Flamingoes, Curlew Sandpiper, Kentish Plover, and many other renowned migratory birds found in large numbers during this time in Bundala. Bundala is one top destination for Sri Lanka birdwatching and exploring the amazing bird kingdom in natural settings.

Why Is Bundala Special? Bundala became the first Ramsar wetland in Sri Lanka in 1991. UNESCO then named Bundala as a biosphere reserve in 2005. It is the 4th biosphere reserve in Sri Lanka now. Six wetland types make the whole Bundala a healthy living space for local and migratory birds. Various kinds of water plants in the four lagoons make things even better for birds. Those water plants help maintain oxygen levels in lagoons within healthy levels for fishes to thrive. Birds have more than enough fishes to feed on and thrive here.

Bundala national park safari is unique in all terms. Things get more interesting when you come across the majestic animal kingdom living in the park.

Wildlife in Bundala: 324 vertebrates’ species live in this national park. This miraculous collection has 32 fish species, 32 mammal species, 12 amphibian species, 52 butterfly species, 197 bird species, 48 reptile species, and many more. The number of waterbird species is as high as 100 here. About half of these waterbirds are migratory ones. All these figures are spectacular in terms of animals present in wetlands on the entire planet. Bundala national park safari is a complete wildlife tour package because of these magical nature’s features.

Here’s How We Do Bundala Safaris: Most of the travelers visit this national park to witness amazing local and migratory bird species. The four main lagoons are the places where birds gather as flocks. Those bird-gathering spots are the hearts of safaris in the park. Merganser Safari comprises expert safari drivers and guides who know everything about Sri Lanka’s national park chain. Planning your safari with us means you organize it with real, licensed local touring experts. A safari with us is a world-class travel experience filled with passion and dreaming coming true.

10-12 hours is the ideal duration of Bundala safaris. At Merganser Safari, we also combine Bundala with other famous national parks to give you a complete wildlife experience blended with birds and animals.

Sri Lankan Sambar Deer, Sri Lankan elephant, Sri Lankan Axis Deer, Golden Jackal, Indian Gray Mongoose, wild boar, and Sri Lankan Leopard are the other notable animals living in the park in satisfactory numbers. An expert safari planner like us knows where to take you to give you the sights of all these fascinating creatures.

Most of the safari packages in this national park go as bird-watching safaris. Anyway, even a typical bird-watching safari can reveal so much about the country’s splendor and wildlife. This is one of the safaris in the world that gives you equal chances to enjoy beautiful birds and other animals.

A quick tip: Sri Lanka is a multi-theme holiday destination. You can enjoy other adventurous activities such as camping in many national parks. Merganser Safari covers such entertaining activities too.