About
Sinharaja Forest Reserve lies in the Sabaragamuwa Province of Sri Lanka, in the Ratnapura district. It protects what is described as the last viable area of primary tropical rainforest in the country, and it is recognised as a biodiversity hotspot with many species of plants and animals found nowhere else.
What a visit offers
- Walks through primary tropical rainforest, the kind of forest that has developed with little disturbance.
- The chance to see endemic flora and fauna, species that occur only in this part of Sri Lanka.
- A quiet, green setting well suited to those who enjoy nature, birdlife and slow exploration.
Planning your trip
The reserve is known also as the Sinharaja Rainforest or Sinharaja Rain Forest, so you may see any of these names on maps and signs. Its address is simply Sinharaja, Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka. For questions before you travel, the listed contact number is +94 45 2255179.
Because the reserve is a protected rainforest, it is best approached as a place to observe and move through with care rather than as a short sightseeing stop. Visitors who come to Ratnapura can combine a trip here with the wider landscape of the surrounding province, which is known for its forested hills and rural character.