Why Visit Lunugamwehera?
Lunugamwehera National Park (Yala Block 6) serves as a vital ecological corridor connecting Yala National Park and Udawalawe National Park. The expansive Lunugamwehera reservoir creates a thriving wetland habitat that attracts large herds of elephants, especially during the dry seasons.
The scenery blends open grasslands, dry forests, and picturesque lakeshores. Visitors regularly spot mugger crocodiles basking along the banks, herds of spotted deer, wild water buffalo, monkeys, and an astounding array of wetland and woodland bird species including fish eagles, painted storks, and kingfishers.
Plan Your Lunugamwehera Safari
We provide personalized private game drives tailored to nature lovers and wildlife photographers who value unhurried game viewing. Choose between early morning safaris, afternoon lake drives, or customized half-day tours.
Includes a dedicated 4x4 safari vehicle, experienced local driver-tracker, binoculars, national park permits, and chilled water. Pickups are available from hotels in Tissamaharama, Kataragama, Lunugamwehera town, and Yala.