Bundala National Park delivers two outstanding safari options that won’t disappoint. The standard safari ($29) is perfect for wildlife lovers, packing serious value with its impressive array of mammals and birds. For dedicated bird-watchers, the specialized Birding Paradise Tour (£38.21) hits all the right notes, especially during migration season when thousands of birds fill the skies. Both tours include the essentials – hotel pickup, jeep transport, and entrance fees. What makes these experiences special is the unbeatable combination of expert guides and guaranteed wildlife sightings. For a closer look at our recommended tours, let’s explore the specifics.
Key Points
- Bundala National Park Safari offers a 3-hour tour showcasing diverse ecosystems and over 200 bird species, with a 5/5 rating for wildlife enthusiasts.
- The tour provides opportunities to spot resident wild boar, porcupine, spotted deer, mongoose, wild buffalo, and endemic jackal, as well as rare turtles and crocodiles.
- The tour includes hotel pickup, transportation via safari jeep, and park entrance fees, with a maximum group size of 6 for a personalized experience.
- The Birding Paradise Tour offers a guided birdwatching experience with the chance to see up to 10,000 migratory birds during specific seasons.
- The tours provide an immersive experience in natural settings during golden hours, with high satisfaction ratings and opportunities for photography and nature appreciation.
Bundala National Park Safari Tour – Safari in Golden Hours
For an immersive wildlife experience, the Bundala National Park Safari Tour offers visitors the chance to explore this captivating park during the golden hours.
Priced from $29 per person, the 3-hour tour promises to showcase the park’s diverse ecosystems, including thorny shrubs, swampy marshlands, lagoons, and sand dunes.
Travelers can expect to spot over 32 species of mammals and 200 bird species, including the park’s resident wild boar, porcupine, spotted deer, mongoose, wild buffalo, and endemic jackal.
Aquatic wildlife like rare turtles and crocodiles can also be observed. During the peak migratory season from September to March, the park becomes home to over 10,000 migratory birds.
The tour includes hotel pickup, transportation in a safari jeep, and park entrance fees.
With an overall 5/5 rating based on 2 reviews, the Bundala National Park Safari Tour is an excellent choice for wildlife enthusiasts seeking a memorable experience.
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Bundala National Park Safari – Birding Paradise Tour
Priced from £38.21 per person, the Bundala National Park Safari – Birding Paradise Tour offers an immersive wildlife experience for nature enthusiasts.
This 3-hour guided tour, conducted in English, lets you explore the park’s diverse habitats, home to 32 mammal species and over 200 bird species.
During the morning or evening golden hours, you’ll have the chance to spot up to 10,000 migratory birds between September and March.
The park’s brackish lagoons provide a unique opportunity to observe rare turtles and crocodiles in their natural environment.
Traversing through the park’s thorny shrubs, swampy marshlands, and golden sand dunes, you’ll be captivated by the flora’s complexity.
With a maximum group size of 6 participants, this tour ensures an intimate and personalized experience.
Flexible booking options and a generous 24-hour cancellation policy make it easy to plan your Bundala National Park adventure.
Hotel pickup from the Tissamaharama/Weerawila areas or the Bundala Park Gate is available, providing convenient access to this birding paradise.
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The Sum Up
Bundala National Park offers visitors two exceptional safari tours. The Bundala National Park Safari Tour showcases the park’s wildlife during the golden hours, providing an immersive experience. The Bundala National Park Safari – Birding Paradise Tour caters to avid birdwatchers, allowing them to spot a diverse array of avian species. Both tours provide an opportunity to explore Weerawila’s natural wonders and create lasting memories.