KNUCKLES HERPING EXPEDITION
Explore the beauty of Sri Lanka with this curated experience.
About This Expedition
The Knuckles Mountain Range is one of Sri Lanka's most significant and visually striking natural landscapes. Characterized by mist-covered peaks, lush valleys, dense forests, cascading waterfalls, and pristine river systems, the region is home to a wide variety of habitat types within a relatively compact geographical area. This exceptional habitat diversity supports a rich assemblage of flora and fauna, including numerous point-endemic species found only in Sri Lanka. Recognized as a highly conserved forest ecosystem, the Knuckles Range plays a vital role in national biodiversity conservation. Beyond its ecological importance, the area offers a serene environment where visitors can experience unspoiled nature, responsible adventure, and the cultural richness of traditional rural village life.
Main Target Species
Tour Highlights
Detailed Itinerary
Arrival and First Herping Session
Detailed Schedule
Transfer from Kandy to the Knuckles Mountain Range. Arrive at Riverston Grand Knuckles and check in. After lunch, attend an introduction lecture on the Knuckles ecosystem to understand the unique biodiversity and conservation importance of this region. Following tea, embark on your first herping session from late afternoon through the evening, exploring the diverse habitats under expert guidance.
Morning and Evening Herping Sessions
Detailed Schedule
Start your day with breakfast before heading out for the morning herping session, focusing on diurnal species activity. After lunch, continue with an extended evening herping session that extends well into the night, providing opportunities to observe both crepuscular and nocturnal species in their natural habitats.
Departure
Detailed Schedule
After breakfast, check out and depart from Riverston Grand Knuckles. Transfer back to Kandy, concluding your herping expedition in the Knuckles Mountain Range.
Package Includes
- Transport from Kandy to Knuckles and Knuckles to Kandy
- Shared luxury accommodation
- All meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Tea and coffee
- Forest entry permits during sessions
- Bottled drinking water at the sessions
- Guided herping sessions with experienced team
What's Excluded
- Personal travel and medical insurance
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal equipment (raincoat, torch/headlamp, leech socks, field clothing, camera, etc.)
- Tips and gratuities
- Any additional activities not specified in the program
What You Should Bring (Personally)
- •Raincoat
- •Torch / headlamp
- •Leech socks
- •Comfortable field clothing
- •Camera (if using, please bring camera rain covers)
Important Conservation Note
The Knuckles Mountain Range is a highly protected forest area. According to the Sri Lanka Wildlife Act: Carrying collection bags, L hooks, catcher sticks, gloves, or any equipment related to specimen collection is not allowed. Collecting or keeping any part of flora or fauna is strictly prohibited. All observations and photography must be done in situ. Ethical wildlife photography practices must be followed at all times. Please do not bring any equipment related to sample collection.
Join This Experience
Join this unique herping experience in one of Sri Lanka's most significant natural landscapes. The Knuckles Mountain Range offers exceptional habitat diversity supporting a rich assemblage of flora and fauna, including numerous point-endemic species found only in Sri Lanka. Contact: pvuchanaka@gmail.com to reserve your spot.
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Maximum 25 participants for this tour
Available Rates
For groups of 1, we offer special custom rates.
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