Kottawa Rainforest
What?
This is a small yet ecologically significant rainforest, offering a glimpse into Sri Lanka’s rich biodiversity.
Where?
This beach is located in the Galle district and approximately 125 km from Colombo.
When?
The best time to visit this area is from December to April for pleasant weather and better wildlife sightings.
The Kottawa Rainforest and Arboretum is on Udugama Road, about 17 km from Galle. It is a part of the Kottawa Kombala Conservation Forest measuring 1,800 hectares. A wide track runs for about a kilometer through the gloom of the rainforest. As it is also an arboretum, many of the trees are identified with name boards at the entrance. Despite its abundance of orchids, hanging creepers, sheets of moss, and exotic birds, it is a less- known rainforest. For experiencing the rainforest, a comfortable walk through it is recommended.
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