Sinharaja Rain Forest Tour from Galle
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Sinharaja Forest Reserve, Galle
Private Tour
9 Hours
CHALLENGING
English
Description
Embark on a journey to one of Sri Lanka’s most pristine natural wonders with our Sinharaja Day [sensitive content]arting with a 6:00 AM pick-up from your Galle hotel, you'll be driven through scenic landscapes to reach Sinharaja Rainforest by 8:00 AM.Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by the lush greenery of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to an incredible diversity of flora and fauna.
Accompanied by a knowledgeable naturalist, you'll explore the forest's dense canopy, learning about its unique ecosystem and spotting endemic species of birds, insects, and plants.The trek is both an educational and immersive experience, allowing you to truly connect with the natural beauty of Sri Lanka.
Midway through your adventure, enjoy a traditional local lunch, offering a taste of Sri Lankan cuisine in the heart of the rainforest.After a day filled with exploration and discovery, you'll be comfortably driven back to Galle, with memories of an unforgettable rainforest experience.
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Sinharaja Forest Reserve is a national park and a biodiversity hotspot in Sri Lanka.It is of international significance and has been designated a Biosphere Reserve and World Heritage Site by UNESCO.The hilly virgin rainforest, part of the Sri Lanka lowland rain forests ecoregion, was saved from the worst of commercial logging by its inaccessibility, and was designated a World Biosphere Reserve in 1978 and a World Heritage Site in 1988.The reserve's name translates as Kingdom of the Lion.The reserve is only 21 km (13 mi) from east to west, and a maximum of 7 km (4.3 mi) from north to south, but it is a treasure trove of endemic species, including trees, insects, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals.Because of the dense vegetation, wildlife is not as easily seen as at dry-zone national parks such as Yala.There are about 3 elephants and the 15 or so leopards are rarely seen.The most common larger mammal is the endemic Purple-faced Langur.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.