Hiking in Sinharaja Rain Forest – 2 Day Itinerary

The word ‘Sinharaja’ means ‘Lion’ (Sinha) ‘King’ (raja). This area was declared as a forest reserve in 1875 and as an International Man and the Biosphere Reserve in 1978. Subsequently it was declared as a National Heritage Wilderness Area in 1988 and in the following year it was declared as  a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The extent of the Sinharaja is 11,185 hectares.

Sinharaja Forest's mean annual rainfall varies between 3000-6000 mm without a distinct dry period. Mean annual temperature is between 20C-25 C. The landscape consists of a rolling terrain with a series of ridges and valleys and some flat plains which contribute to the variety of ecological niches in Sinharaja.

On Google Map, you could clearly see the route to destination, local excursions and tourist interests. To have a clear view click "  " and then un-click "  " irrelevant layers.

About this itinerary

Best season : January - April & July - October
Available : Daily
Arranging time needed : 1 day
Hottest month : February & March

Starting point : Hambantota, Tangalle, Mirissa, Weligama and Galle areas
Starting time : 10 AM
Trekking starting hours : 3.00 PM / 6.30 PM / 6.00 AM / 10.00 AM /
Trekking options - Birding (3 hrs and 3 kms) /  Nature (3 hrs and 3 kms) / Arboretum (3 hrs and 4 kms) / Waterfall (2.5 hrs and 2 kms) / Night trail (1 hrs and 1.5 kms)
Total Kms driven : 240 Approx
Accommodation : Rainforest Ecolodge

Room allocation : 1 pax (single) / 2 pax (double) / 3 pax (1 double + 1 single) / 4 pax (2 double) / 5 pax (2 double + 1 single) / 6 pax (3 double)

Restrictions : Do not leave plastics behind / Please do not feed wild animals.

Price includes : Half board basis luxury cabin at Rainforest Ecolodge / Pick up and drop off  / Pro wildlife expert / First aid kit / Foot therapy in a natural water flow / Umbrellas / Leech socks / All Gov taxes

Child price : Aged 6 - 12 is considered a child / Aged 0 - 6 is free of charge.

Feedback us : Our drivers and service providers are advised not to promote any other activities or nudge you for shopping. Please leave your feedback on Google.

Optional : A well-spoken local animal expert / historian could be arranged with an additional fee.

You may bring : Water / Light jacket / Hat and sun glass / Sun cream / Binocular / Camera

 We love holiday planning!