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Galways Land Sanctuary

This is a small but well-preserved patch of montane forest that offers habitat for many species of hill birds. This national park is only 29 hectares in extent out of which 28 hectares are reserved for the bird sanctuary which is under the purview of the Department of Wildlife Conservation. A permit is required to walk into the park. Accommodation is available at many hotels in the vicinity.

How to get there:  - Colombo - Avissawella - Yatiyantota - Kitulgala - Hatton - NuwaraEliya - pass the Economic Centre to reach the park entrance (5 1/2 hours).

BIRDS:  Black Bird, Ceylon Warbler, Yellow-Eared Bulbul, Dusky Blue Flycatcher, Grey-Headed Flycatcher, Ceylon Hill White Eye, Kashmir Red-Breasted Flycatcher, Grey Tit and many more. Hawk Eagle and many more.

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