Luxury Trips To

Wilpattu National Park

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Explore Wilpattu’s vast wilderness, ancient lakes, and elusive leopards in Sri Lanka’s largest national park.

Wilpattu National Park

Venture into the Untamed Beauty of Wilpattu National Park

Wilpattu National Park, the largest and one of the oldest national parks in Sri Lanka, is a hidden gem for wildlife lovers. Located in the island’s northwest, it spans over 1,300 square kilometers of untouched wilderness. Unlike other parks, Wilpattu is uniquely dotted with “willus” — natural sand-rimmed lakes — creating a serene and mysterious landscape that feels far removed from the modern world.

This vast and less-crowded sanctuary is especially famous for its elusive leopards, making it a dream destination for big cat enthusiasts. Visitors may also encounter sloth bears, elephants, mugger crocodiles, and an incredible variety of birdlife, including eagles, owls, and painted storks. The park’s quiet trails and dense scrub forests make each sighting feel intimate and thrilling.

Wilpattu is not only rich in wildlife but also steeped in history. It’s believed to be the landing site of Prince Vijaya, the legendary founder of the Sinhalese people. As you journey through its ancient paths and still lakes, you’re walking in the footsteps of legends — making it an adventure that blends nature, culture, and heritage.

For those seeking a peaceful safari away from the crowds, Wilpattu offers unmatched tranquility and authenticity. With Ceylon Insight, you’ll explore the raw beauty of this park with expert guides, discovering Sri Lanka’s wildlife in its most natural and unspoiled setting.

What's the weather like?

When to visit Wilpattu National Park

The best time to visit Wilpattu is from February to October, during the dry season. The weather is warm and dry, offering excellent conditions for wildlife viewing and comfortable safaris.

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					  Best guide for Sri Lanka  - Kalinga was the best local guide we have ever experienced in our travels. He was so experienced and answered all questions about history, the country and its people very well.				
Reinhard P
February 26, 2024 

					  Competent, Friedndly and Supporting Guidance - Our Guide Udaya was a big support even before we arrived in Sri Lanka by giving valuable information. During the trip he gave us deep insights to the history, the... read more culture and the nature of his home country.				
Winfried S
March 30, 2025 

					  Engaging Kalinga as a guide - there is no better way to experience Sri Lanka.  - We travelled with our guide Kalinga for 2 weeks at the beginning of March 2024 on a very active trip through Sri Lanka. Kalinga's very amiable, humorous and professional manner... read more made our trip through this beautiful country a wonderful experience. Kalinga knows everything, speaks perfect German and can even make Germans laugh permanently. As a guide, you really can't do better than that. It was much more than we expected and simply super likeable. Kalinga always comes up with something unexpected to make you even more enthusiastic about Sri Lanka. Thank you for wonderful, amazing and perfect two weeks!				
Marco H
March 22, 2024 

Luxury Trips To

Wilpattu National Park