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Explore the stunning beauty of Sri Lanka’s wildlife at Kumana National Park, a paradise encircled by lush forests. Known as Yala East, this park is a must-visit for wildlife enthusiasts, offering an untouched escape full of natural wonders.
Kumana lies in Sri Lanka’s southeastern corner, covering an area of 18,149 hectares and hosting over 215 species. Whether you’re admiring the graceful pelican or the stunning painted stork with its pink feathers, you’ll be captivated by the vibrant birdlife.
For birdwatching enthusiasts, the swamp lake is the park’s most captivating area. This 200-hectare natural haven is teeming with birdlife, including spoonbills, white ibis, herons, and cormorants.The elusive black-necked stork is a rare but incredible sight. During the peak nesting season in May and June, the mangrove swamps are alive with peacocks, Malabar pied hornbills, and green bee-eaters.
Beyond the birds, Kumana also boasts a wide variety of Sri Lankan mammals, including elephants, leopards, and wild buffalo. For an unforgettable adventure, arrange a camping trip in the park and watch the animals as they roam freely at dawn and dusk.
Fly with cinnamon air’s daily scheduled flights and soak up the southern coast beauty as you get closer to your wildlife adventures.
Weerawila Domestic Airport
20 - 30 minutes before departure
Kumana National Park is situated on Sri Lanka’s southeastern coast, approximately 391 kilometers from Colombo.
The park is renowned for its rich birdlife, especially large flocks of migratory waterfowl and wading birds.
To get to Kumana by road, approximately takes 7.5 hours or by train to a nearby city and then drive to the park. With cinnamon Air offering daily scheduled flights to Tissamaharama ( located about 53 km from the park. You can arrive at Kumana in comfort.
The optimal time is during the dry season, from February to July, when wildlife sightings are more frequent
Besides diverse bird species, the park is home to elephants, leopards, deer, and crocodiles.
