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Kumana National Park (Bird Sanctuary)

Okanda, Ampara District, Sri Lanka

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Destination Overview

Essential background & heritage of Kumana National Park (Bird Sanctuary)

World-renowned mangrove wetland sanctuary hosting hundreds of thousands of migratory waterfowl.

Adjoining Yala to the east, Kumana National Park is celebrated worldwide as one of the most significant bird breeding grounds in South Asia. Its central 200-hectare mangrove swamp, "Kumana Villu", attracts rare migratory birds from Siberia and the Arctic between May and August, including black-necked storks, spoonbills, and glossy ibises.

Scenic ViewpointPhotography PermittedLocal Guide Recommended

Things To Do & Experiences

Curated activities recommended by local explorers

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4x4 Open-Top Jungle Safari

Venture through scrub jungles, coastal lagoons, and grasslands with local trackers.

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Wild Leopard & Sloth Bear Tracking

Visit renowned natural reserves holding the highest density of wild leopards in the world.

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Wild Elephant Herd Observations

Witness herds of Asian elephants drinking and dust-bathing at watering holes.

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Wetland Birdwatching

Spot painted storks, white-bellied sea eagles, and rare migratory bird flocks.

Seasonality & Weather Guide

Real-time climate profile, temperature ranges & month-by-month travel matrix

Oct: Shoulder (Fair Skies)

Climate Zone

Sunny Coastal & Surf

Avg Temperature

28°C – 34°C

Humidity & Air

60% – 70% (Ocean Breeze)

Prime Window

May to August (Peak breeding season)

Month-by-Month Travel Conditions:12-month climate outlook

Jan🌧️Wet

Feb🌧️Wet

Mar🌧️Wet

Apr🌤️Good

May☀️Peak

Jun☀️Peak

Jul☀️Peak

Aug☀️Peak

Sep☀️Peak

Oct🌤️Good

Nov🌧️Wet

Dec🌧️Wet

Peak Season: Clear skies, calm seas & dry hiking

Good / Shoulder: Mild weather & fewer crowds

Monsoon / Wet: Lush foliage, misty falls & low rates

Optimal Daily Hours6:30 AM – 10:30 AM & 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM

Best lighting for photography and cooler walking temperature.

Local Weather AdvicePrime dry season with offshore winds, calm swimming bays, and peak surfing swells.

Recommended stay duration: Full Day / Half Day.

Visitor Tips & Advisory

Bring high-magnification telephoto lenses and binoculars for the elevated bird watchtowers.

💡 Carry drinking water👟 Wear sturdy footwear👒 Bring sun protection

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Okanda, Ampara District · Eastern Province

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GPS Coordinates:6.5167° N, 81.7000° E

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