Wilpattu, the largest and oldest national park in Sri Lanka, is famous for its �villus� (natural lakes) that attract a wide range of wildlife. It�s a peaceful, scenic park ideal for spotting leopards, sloth bears, deer, and wetland birds in a less commercialized setting.
Around 180 km from Colombo; drive via Puttalam or Anuradhapura (approx. 4.5�5 hours).
Wilpattu is Sri Lanka�s largest and one of the oldest national parks.
It�s famous for its unique �willus� � natural sand-rimmed water basins.
The park is known for leopards, sloth bears, and a wide variety of birds.