Enter Bundala National Park's lagoons and wetlands to spot migratory birds, crocodiles and wild boar with an English-speaking driver-guide
!Tickets are now available only as part of a guided experience and can no longer be purchased separately.
About this experience
Bundala National Park, situated in the Hambantota District, is one of Sri Lanka's most celebrated bird sanctuaries and holds UNESCO Ramsar wetland status — a designation that reflects the ecological significance of its lagoons, salt marshes and coastal wetlands. The park draws birdwatchers from around the world, particularly during the migratory season when thousands of birds descend on the reserve, joining a resident population of endemic species. Crocodiles, wild boars and other wildlife also inhabit the area, making a visit rewarding well beyond its ornithological appeal.
Booking your entrance ticket through Lakpura includes an English-speaking driver-guide who will accompany you through the park, helping to identify species and navigate the wetland terrain. The physical ticket is arranged on your behalf, so there is no need to queue at the gate on arrival. Those with a particular interest in birds will find the migratory season the most productive time to plan their visit, when the park's wetlands are at their most animated.
Location
Weather at Bundala National Park
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Typical for November: about 232 mm of rain over 15 days, highs around 28 °C.
Forecast: MET Norway (CC BY 4.0), updated 10:49 Sri Lanka time. Averages 1991–2020: CHIRPS and NASA POWER.
Your service advisor
Ashan Executive
Have questions about this service or want it arranged around your dates? Reach Ashan directly — replies usually within a few hours during Sri Lanka business hours.
It is one of Sri Lanka's best-known bird sanctuaries, a Ramsar wetland of lagoons, salt marshes and coastal wetland in the Hambantota District. Crocodiles and wild boar live here too.
Who goes with me in the park?
An English-speaking driver-guide who helps you spot and identify birds and other wildlife.
When is the best time for birdwatching?
The migratory season, when thousands of migrant birds join the resident species on the wetlands.
Can I buy the Bundala National Park entrance ticket on its own?
No. Tickets are now available only as part of a guided experience and can no longer be purchased separately. Choose the guided option (Guide: Yes) when you book, and your entrance ticket comes with the guide.
What is the child policy?
Guests over 12 pay the adult rate, children aged 6 to 12 pay the child rate, and children under 6 go free and need no ticket. When you book, choose Adult or Child under Ticket.
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