Bundala National Park is Sri Lanka's first Ramsar Wetland of International Importance and the country's premier destination for wetland birds. Located on the southern coast, this mosaic of lagoons, marshes, and sand dunes attracts thousands of migratory birds each winter, including flocks of greater flamingos.
Why visit Bundala? Between September and March, over 100 species of migratory birds join the 150+ resident species, creating one of South Asia's most spectacular bird watching experiences. The flamingos, wading in pink-tinged lagoons, are the star attraction.
Beyond birds, Bundala supports healthy populations of elephants, crocodiles, and star tortoises. The coastal landscape is strikingly different from Sri Lanka's forest parks, with salt pans, scrubland, and beautiful beaches adding to the appeal.
