Wildlifeof Sri Lanka
Wildlife in Minneriya & Kaudulla National Parks
North Central Province
Two neighbouring parks built around ancient irrigation tanks near Habarana. As the tanks shrink in the dry season, elephants gather on the exposed grassland in large numbers — 'The Gathering', usually at its peak around August and September. Guides choose between the two parks depending on where the herds are.
Highlights
- 'The Gathering' of elephants (roughly July–October)
- Toque macaques and tufted grey langurs
- Tank-side waterbirds
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Quick answers
- What wildlife can you see in Minneriya & Kaudulla National Parks?
- Top wildlife targets in Minneriya & Kaudulla National Parks include Asian Elephant, Toque Macaque, Tufted Gray Langur, Painted Stork, Spot-billed Pelican and Oriental Darter. Highlights: 'The Gathering' of elephants (roughly July–October).
- Where is Minneriya & Kaudulla National Parks?
- Minneriya & Kaudulla National Parks is in North Central Province, Sri Lanka (about 8.05°, 80.88°).
- What are the highlights of Minneriya & Kaudulla National Parks?
- 'The Gathering' of elephants (roughly July–October), Toque macaques and tufted grey langurs and Tank-side waterbirds.