The approach to sustainable mitigation of Human-Elephant Conflict in GonaganAra

22 March 2022 by Migara Perera

Being employed in an Eco-Tourism Organisation is extremely rewarding if you have the right mindset to see it for what it is…

Most Interesting Sea Turtle Facts from Sri Lanka

11 January 2022 by Migara Perera

We all know that the beautiful island nation of Sri Lanka is world-famous for its plethora of wildlife. Along with our leopards, sloth bears and elephants, we are lucky to have an extremely rich biodiversity in our tropical sea as well.

Leopards in Yala National Park

26 November 2021 by Migara Perera

Its Leopards, Leopards and more Leopards…

Doesn't that get you excited? The graceful feline wandering on the sandy road in Yala National Park at sunset … golden light of the evening sun in perfect harmony with its beautiful skin...actually, that’s every safari goer's dream shot…for his or her Instagram story.

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Sri Lanka’s Wild Life Marvels

November 2021

What would you say if I tell you that I can show you “Aragog” and “Kermit” living together??

Would you believe it? Well… why don't you come down to Sri Lanka and take a walking safari through our world famous rainforest - Sinhajara - with one of the naturalists while staying with Explorer by Eco Team - Mobile Tented Camps Sinharaja, and you will most probably get a chance to see this.

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All what you need to know about Yala National Park Sri Lanka

Nathasha, Safari Specialist of Eco Team writes . . . May 2021

It was an adventure waiting to happen: the Yala National Park of Sri Lanka; it was pinned on my bucket list about a decade ago and I have been going there regularly ever since. I am so glad that now I am on a vocation where recommending what to do, at one of my favourite vacation spots: Yala National Park, is part of the job.

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All what You need to know about Planning a Wildlife Safari in Sri Lanka
By Nathasha Piyumali - Safari Specialist Eco Team Pvt ltd

How do I plan a wildlife tour in Sri Lanka ?

Mention ‘Wildlife of Sri Lanka’ and what comes to mind? The majestic Sri Lanka elephant, the elusive Sri Lanka leopard, the grey slender loris and so much more. Without a doubt, wildlife in Sri Lanka is rich in diversity and in healthy numbers. Depending where you go, you will be enthralled by the wildlife seen in Sri Lanka.

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Glamping in the Jungles of Wilpattu, Sri Lanka

By Yashodha Edirisinghe on Sunday, October 18, 2020

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Wilpattu National Park is the second most popular destination to see leopards in Sri Lanka. While browsing through places to stay in Wilpattu we came across this next-level safari camp which seamlessly blends in with nature.

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Leopard Spotting In Sri Lanka…The Easy Way

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Geoff Moore
Award winning blogger and travel writer/photographer
https://www.thetraveltrunk.net/

Tracking down the big cats of Sri Lanka is not done ponderously on foot, but rather more fast and furious on four wheels at times.
Although the concentration of Leopards in the country and in Yala National Park is in fact the highest in the world getting to see them often depends on the fleetness of foot of your guide/driver.

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What would you say if I tell you that I can show you “Aragog” and “Kermit” living together?? Would you believe it? Well… why don't you come down to Sri Lanka and take a walking safari through our world famous rainforest - Sinhajara - with one of the naturalists while staying with Explorer by Eco Team - Mobile Tented Camps Sinharaja, and you will most probably get a chance to see this.

Its Leopards, Leopards and more Leopards… Doesn't that get you excited? The graceful feline wandering on the sandy road in Yala National Park at sunset … golden light of the evening sun in perfect harmony with its beautiful skin...actually, that’s every safari goer's dream shot…for his or her Instagram story. .

Prowling in tea country to save the leopard

Mother and cub on tea estate at base of ridge

Stunning, sleek and spectacular, yet powerful and graceful, are these tawny and spotted creatures as they stride along the mountain ridges, masters of all they survey.

Let them live………protect their territory, will be the earnest and fervent plea to tea companies in the Central Highlands on behalf of Sri Lanka’s biggest predator – our very own Big Cat, the leopard.

Panthera pardus kotiya which is a sub-species unique to the country, not found anywhere else in the world, is tragically an endangered species.

National Parks of Sri Lanka

Situated in the heart of the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is renowned for its array of untouched habitats and its thriving biodiversity. It has become one of the most popular wildlife destinations in Asia owing to its exciting big game wildlife tours and its many national parks, some of which are recognised as World Heritage Sites.

Sri Lanka’s 26 national parks are filled with exotic animals and plant life, some of which are endemic to the island. The Sri Lankan leopard, elephant, and sloth bear are endemic to the country while, together with the Blue Whale and Sperm Whale, they make up the country’s Big Five mammals that attract hordes of tourists each year.

The wildlife of Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is second to none in terms of its biodiversity and can be considered the best for big game safaris outside the African continent. As bold a statement as that may be, Sri Lanka’s wildlife credentials speak for itself.

Sri Lanka’s Big Five – leopard, elephant, sloth bear, blue whale, and sperm whale – are known as the country’s great wildlife attractions. These species are just some of the country’s plethora of wild species of fauna. It is also renowned as a birder’s paradise with an array of endemic, migratory, and resident avifauna found in its 70 Important Bird Areas strewn across its diverse landscape. Sri Lanka is also famous for its abundance of exotic flora.