Wildlifeof Sri Lanka
Wildlife in Horton Plains National Park
Central & Sabaragamuwa Provinces
A high plateau above 2,000 m, with montane grassland and cloud forest ending at the World's End escarpment. It is part of the Central Highlands World Heritage Site and the best place for Sri Lanka's highland endemic birds. Mornings are cold and often misty.
Highlights
- Highland endemic birds
- Sambar on the open plains
- The walk to World's End
Top wildlife targets
Trip reports from here
Sub-locations
Quick answers
- What wildlife can you see in Horton Plains National Park?
- Top wildlife targets in Horton Plains National Park include Sri Lanka Whistling-Thrush, Dull-blue Flycatcher, Sri Lanka Bush Warbler, Sri Lanka White-eye, Yellow-eared Bulbul, Sri Lanka Wood-Pigeon, Sambar, Purple-faced Langur and Rhino Horn Lizard. Highlights: Highland endemic birds.
- Where is Horton Plains National Park?
- Horton Plains National Park is in Central & Sabaragamuwa Provinces, Sri Lanka (about 6.8°, 80.8°).
- What are the highlights of Horton Plains National Park?
- Highland endemic birds, Sambar on the open plains and The walk to World's End.