Being a rich country of natural biodiversity, Sri Lanka elaborates and proves it many times. Udawatte Kele located north of Kandy Lake is an eco-tourism site that expands over 103 hectares. The park was once a forbidden forest called Uda masala watte (the garden above the royal palace) during the Kandyan kingdom. Visitors can tour the sanctuary every day from 6 am to 5 pm. Though the entire garden was declared as a forest reserve in 1856 and upgraded as a sanctuary in 1938. This garden has an exclusive collection of avifauna. Other than that it is one of the beautiful bird sanctuaries in Sri Lanka. Udawatte Kele is on a hill ridge stretching between the Temple of the Tooth and the Uplands- Aruppola suburbs. The highest point of the ridge is 635 meters above sea level and 115 meters above the nearby Kandy Lake.
Sri Lanka · Nature Walks
Udawatte Kele Santuary with Nature Walk from Kandy
The journey
- 01 Explore the historic Udawatte Kele Sanctuary near Kandy Lake
- 02 Enjoy a guided nature walk with an English-speaking guide
- 03 Discover a forest reserve known for rich birdlife and biodiversity
- 04 Visit a former royal forest from the Kandyan kingdom
- 05 Take in views along the ridge between the Temple of the Tooth and surrounding suburbs
- 06 Hotel pickup in Kandy included
- 07 Mineral water provided during the tour
Escape the city for a peaceful nature walk through Udawatte Kele Sanctuary, a historic forest reserve just north of Kandy Lake. Once known as the royal forest of the Kandyan kingdom, this lush sanctuary offers shaded trails, rich biodiversity, and a tranquil setting close to some of Kandy’s best-known landmarks.
Accompanied by an English-speaking guide, explore an area known for its birdlife and natural beauty while learning about the sanctuary’s history and ecological importance. With hotel pickup in Kandy and mineral water included, this experience is a relaxed way to enjoy Sri Lanka’s wildlife and greenery.
Escape the city for a peaceful nature walk through Udawatte Kele Sanctuary, a historic forest reserve just north of Kandy Lake.
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Trip details
What's Included
- Exeprience Trekking English Speaking Guide
- Comfirtable A/C Vehical
- Mineral Water Bottle
- All Government Tax & Charges
What's Not Included
- Entrance Fees
- Any other tour or service not mentioned above
Know before you go
- PASSPORT REQUIRED
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not recommended for people with back problems
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Meeting & route
Your 7 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Kandy..
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