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Flood Plains National Park

Polonnaruwa
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About

Created to protect the Mahaweli flood plains ecosystem. Important wetland habitat supporting diverse wildlife, particularly during seasonal flooding.

Highlights

Asian Elephant
Fishing Cat
Mugger Crocodile
180+ bird species
Water Buffalo

Visitor Information

Opening Hours

Dawn to Dusk

Entry Fee (Foreigners)

$25-35 (Approx, with service charge)

Location

Polonnaruwa, Polonnaruwa, North Central

GPS: 7.8167, 80.9500

Best Time to Visit

January to May (dry season)

Difficulty

Easy

Note: Prices, opening hours, and other details may change without notice. Please verify with official sources before visiting.