The Puttalam Lagoon, between mainland Sri Lanka (foreground), and the northern end of the Kalpitiya Peninsula (background).

Explore marshes, lagoons, estuaries and aquatic habitats.

CategoryWildlife and Nature
Featured places5
Generally bestYear-round — varies by park
Famous destinations

Where to go — our favourite places for this experience, ready to fit into a route that suits your dates and pace.

  1. 01

    Bundala National Park

    Bundala protects lagoons, salt pans and dry coastal habitats near Hambantota and is an important wetland for resident and migratory birds.

  2. 02

    Muthurajawela Wetland

    Muthurajawela is a coastal marsh south of Negombo Lagoon, with mangroves, brackish waterways and wetland birdlife.

  3. 03

    Anawilundawa Wetland Sanctuary

    Anawilundawa is a wetland sanctuary near Chilaw with linked tanks, marshes and habitats used by waterbirds.

  4. 04

    Batticaloa Lagoon

    Batticaloa Lagoon stretches along the east coast behind barrier beaches, linking fishing settlements, bridges and wetland habitats.

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    Batticaloa Lagoon
  5. 05

    Puttalam Lagoon

    Puttalam Lagoon is a large shallow coastal lagoon bordered by fishing communities, mangroves and the Kalpitiya Peninsula.

    The Puttalam Lagoon, between mainland Sri Lanka (foreground), and the northern end of the Kalpitiya Peninsula (background).
    Puttalam Lagoon

Good to know

Wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed. We work with licensed, responsible guides and operators, and check park access rules and seasonal closures before every trip.

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