HORTON PLAINS NATIONAL PARK

HORTON PLAINS NATIONAL PARK

Central Highlands, Sri Lanka
Destinations
Area31.6 kmΒ²
Established1988
FocusSambars

About Horton Plains

Tucked away in the heart of Sri Lanka's central highlands, Horton Plains National Park is nature lover's paradise and a dream destination for wildlife photography. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this high-altitude plateau, rising over 2,100 meters above sea level, offers a unique mix of cloud forests, montane grasslands, and dramatic escarpments that make every photo frame-worthy.

π˜‹π˜ͺ𝘴𝘀𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘡𝘩𝘦 𝘞π˜ͺ𝘭π˜₯ π˜‰π˜¦π˜’π˜Άπ˜΅π˜Ί 𝘰𝘧 𝘏𝘰𝘳𝘡𝘰𝘯 π˜—π˜­π˜’π˜ͺ𝘯𝘴

Home to an array of endemic species, Horton Plains is a sanctuary for wildlife photographers. The elusive Sri Lankan leopard, the shaggy-coated Sambar deer, and the nimble, purple-faced langur roam freely across the plains. Bird enthusiasts will delight in spotting colorful endemic birds all set against a mist-draped landscape while on their walking trails.

With its ever-changing light, sweeping vistas, and abundant wildlife, Horton Plains provides the perfect canvas for both seasoned and aspiring wildlife photographers.

Access is controlled to preserve its delicate ecosystem, ensuring an undisturbed experience in the wild. Whether you're capturing a Sambar deer grazing in the golden light or a rare bird in flight or macro wildlife every moment in Horton Plains is one worth framing.

Highlights

Leopards
Elephants
Sloth Bears
Golden Jackals
Mugger Crocodiles
Axis Deer (Spotted Deer)

Location

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Best Season
Year-round opportunities
Experience Type
Walking Trails/Hiking

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