ETNP 005 |
KUMANA (YALA EAST) NATIONAL PARK – BIRDING
AND SAFARI CAMPS
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Located in the southeast corner of Sri Lanka, the 18,149 hectare KUMANA
NATIONAL PARK (a.k.a. ‘Yala East') is a well-known bird sanctuary where
a multitude of birds breed and roost. One of the most significant features
of the park is the ‘Kumana Villu' - a 200 hectare natural swamp lake,
fed by the ‘Kumbukkan Oya' through a half mile long narrow channel. It
is at this mangrove swamp that many water birds nest in May and June.
Regular sightings include pelicans, painted storks, spoonbills, white
ibis, herons, egrets and little cormorants. The very rare black-necked
stork has also been spotted at the swamp. Besides the prolific birdlife,
Kumana is also home to some of the mammals found in the larger YALA (West)
park, such as elephants and leopards. The vegetation in Kumana consists
mainly of mangrove trees, kumbuk trees and the karan fern, as well as
the open marsh area.
* For bird watching enthusiasts, this park
is an ‘absolute must'.
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BIRDING AND SAFARI CAMP |
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The BIRDING AND
SAFARI CAMP is located near the riverbank of the Kumbukkan river (which
gets its name from the massive number of ‘kumbuk'
trees in the area). Also in the camp area is an old shrine that is still
used by the local people who worship the resident god in the area by
offering milk rice. The campsite is truly ‘off-the-beaten track' with
the only access by 4WD vehicle. Forget any ideas about cramped tents
and sitting on the ground for meals – this is camping in style! The camp
is set up prior to your arrival, transporting in comfortable tents, a
fully equipped kitchen, chairs and tables, hammocks, flushable toilets,
showers and even cold beer. In the evening you can enjoy a hearty barbecue
meal in a magical setting – the whole area is lit up with traditional
flame torches and a roaring campfire. So sit back, relax and let our
experienced staff cater to your every need.
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| Activities |
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Bird Watching, Participatory/Luxury/Super
Luxury Movable Camping, Special Study Tours for Flora and Fauna, Wildlife
Safaris, Off-the-road 4WD Jeep Adventures, (Outside the park: Elephant
Rides)
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| Nearby Locations – Suggestions
for Ongoing Itineraries |
Pottuvil, Arugambay, Buttala. |
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| PRODUCTS & SERVICES |
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Products & Services :
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| Check-in/Check-out Time |
| Normal Check-in Time is 12.00 noon and Check-Out time is 11.00 a.m. Earlier Check-in Time or later Check-out time could be requested on a case by case basis and the hotel may agree depending on availability. |
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