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A large herd of elephants gathered along the grassy bank of a wide river.

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Dry Evergreen Forest

Navigate the shaded scrublands and hardwood canopies that provide vital shelter for Hurulu Eco Park's wildlife.

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Hurulu Eco Park features a dry-zone tropical climate with an average annual temperature of 27.3 °C. The reserve's dry evergreen forest provides essential shade for animals escaping the harsh midday heat.

As your open-top 4x4 safari jeep drives along the unpaved dirt trails, you will enter dense woodland. This habitat harbors the park's smaller wildlife and offers a cooler alternative to the open terrain.

A large herd of elephants roaming across a wide green plain under a blue sky.
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Forest Tracks

1-2 hours4x4 jeep access only

Unpaved dirt trails wind through a dense canopy of hardwoods like Satinwood (Burutha) and Ebony. This thick woodland provides natural shade for animals during the hottest parts of the day. Keep your eyes focused on the trees as your driver navigates the tracks. You might spot purple-faced langurs, peacocks, or occasionally the rare Sri Lankan leopard.

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Hurulu Eco Park Private Safari3 h 4.3 (36)from $30
basic private safarifrom $30 on Viator
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