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Kanneliya Rain Forest Tour

5.0 (10 reviews) 6–8 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Kanneliya Rain Forest Tour

About this activity

Visit one of the world's 21 Biodiversity Hotspots at Kanneliya Rainforest. The forest complex designated as a biosphere reserve in 2004 by UNESCO.The Kanneliya complex is the last large remaining rainforest in Sri Lanka. The Reserve today, is sans one of the most popular attractions.The forest reserve consists of a series of parallel hills and valleys ranging in elevation from 60m to 425m above sea level, and extending to an area of approximately 5306 hectares. It acts as a catchment for many rivers and streams; including Gin Ganga and Nilwala Ganga, that have their sources within the forest, and flow toward the west and the east of the forest respectively.

The forest boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna. You might see monkeys, snakes, chameleons, extensive birdlife and a vast range of tropical trees, plants and flowers and a beautiful waterfall...

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At a glance

Duration
6–8 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–14
Guide
English
Operated by
BTR SL

Ages: Children (6–10 years) · Youth (11–17 years) · Adults (18–70 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Included: Private tour
  • Included: Bottled water
  • Included: National Park fees
  • Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Included: Lunch
  • Included: Driver/guide

Itinerary

  1. Sri Lanka

    Passing by

    Hotel Pick up available. From Here we start The tour customers around Locations

  2. Hikkaduwa Beach

    Passing by

    Hotel Pick up available. From Here we start The tour customers around Locations

  3. Hikkaduwa

    Passing by

    Hotel Pick up available. From Here we start The tour customers around Locations

  4. Boossa

    Passing by

    Hotel Pick up available. From Here we start The tour customers around Locations

  5. Galle

    Passing by

    Hotel Pick up available. From Here we start The tour customers around Locations

  6. Galle Dutch Fort

    Passing by

    Hotel Pick up available. From Here we start The tour customers around Locations

  7. Unawatuna

    Passing by

    Hotel Pick up available. From Here we start The tour customers around Locations

  8. Unawatuna Beach

    Passing by

    Hotel Pick up available. From Here we start The tour customers around Locations

  9. Talpe

    Passing by

    Hotel Pick up available. From Here we start The tour customers around Locations

  10. Habaraduwa

    Passing by

    Hotel Pick up available. From Here we start The tour customers around Locations

  11. Koggala

    Passing by

    Hotel Pick up available. From Here we start The tour customers around Locations

  12. Ahangama

    Passing by

    Hotel Pick up available. From Here we start The tour customers around Locations

  13. Midigama

    Passing by

    Hotel Pick up available. From Here we start The tour customers around Locations

  14. Weligama

    Passing by

    Hotel Pick up available. From Here we start The tour customers around Locations

  15. Weligama Beach

    Passing by

    Hotel Pick up available. From Here we start The tour customers around Locations

  16. Mirissa

    Passing by

    Hotel Pick up available. From Here we start The tour customers around Locations

  17. Mirissa Beach

    Passing by

    Hotel Pick up available. From Here we start The tour customers around Locations

  18. Visit Kanneliya Rain Forest

    2 min Admission included

    Hotel Pick up available. From Here we start The tour customers around Locations

  19. kanneliya Forest Reserve

    3 hours Admission included

    From here, we start the hiking at Kanneliya Rainforest, where we will walk with you through the forest to enjoy the beautiful rainforest. You can also swim and bathe in the Kanneliya River. At the end of the tour, we arrange a traditional village lunch for you to enjoy.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Avendra Holiday Inn Weligama
  • Villa Yehinsa
  • The Curry Lodge - Thimbiriya
  • OYO 519 Sananda Hotel
  • Coco Ahangama - Nuvin Beach Hotel
  • Fort Inn Guest House
  • Cara White House
  • Sri Sharavi Beach Villas & Spa
  • Villa Blue Ray
  • King Palace Mirissa
  • Pearl Holiday Inn
  • Blue Beach Galle

and 997 more pickup points

Hotel Pickup available

Using your ticket

Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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