Wildlife & Adventure
Sinharaja Rainforest
UNESCO World Heritage Biodiversity Hotspot

Explore the ancient mysteries of Sinharaja Rainforest with Grand Ceylon Holidays, Sri Lanka's last viable area of primary tropical rainforest and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This biological treasure spans approximately 11,000 hectares of dense vegetation and represents a living laboratory of evolution with extraordinary biodiversity. As you venture into this pristine ecosystem with our expert guides, you'll discover why Sinharaja (meaning "Lion King" in Sinhalese) is considered one of the most important conservation areas in all of Asia.

Grand Ceylon Holidays offers immersive guided treks through Sinharaja's lush terrain, where you'll encounter an astonishing variety of endemic species found nowhere else on Earth. Over 60% of the trees are endemic, and the forest hosts 50% of Sri Lanka's endemic species of mammals, butterflies, and rare amphibians. The rainforest is particularly famous for its mixed-species bird flocks, considered the most complex in the world. Our knowledgeable naturalists will help you spot purple-faced langurs, rare endemic birds like the Sri Lanka Blue Magpie, and fascinating reptiles while explaining the delicate ecological relationships that make this forest so unique. With its misty mountains, rushing streams, and incredible biodiversity, Sinharaja offers nature enthusiasts an unforgettable journey into one of the world's most remarkable ecosystems.

Key Highlights
  • UNESCO World Heritage Site with extraordinary biodiversity

  • Over 830 endemic species of flora and fauna

  • Unique mixed-species bird flocks, including the Sri Lanka Blue Magpie

  • Pristine streams and waterfalls throughout the forest

  • Expert naturalist guides who specialize in spotting rare species