Stratification: Wetland irrigation tanks & Thorn forestSize: 40ha Status: Ramsar wetland (not protected by legislation)Altitude: 0 to 10m Temperature: 27-29 cAnnual Rainfall: 1000m Best time of year to visit: All year round – November to April is best for migrant birdsOptimum duration of stay: Half a day to a full day visit Accommodation Options: Negombo hotels, Mud House, Alankuda BeachHighlights: Many species of water birds, migration waterfowl and nesting resident wetland birds
Mud House, Anamaduwa: A secluded eco-retreat nestled at the foot of the ancient Parmakanda Rock temple in Anamaduwa in the North West district of Puttalam, the Mud House is set amidst six acres of remote wilderness, tranquil lakes and abundant fauna and flora. A stay at the Mudhouse is truly an experience of Sri Lanka's natural beauty within a typical rural setting. (More)Alankuda Beach, Kalpitiya: This is a tranquil eco-retreat designed with rustic style. Following the same village based concept as its sister property, Ulpotha located near Anuradhapura, Alankuda Beach is situated in the small fishing village of Alankuda amidst swaying palms, sandy beaches and the azure seas which is home to pods of Dolphins during the season. Individual wattle and daub cabanas set within their own garden space and separated with cadjan fences provide a typical village setting and ample privacy. (More)Ranweli Holiday Village, Negombo: An eco-friendly resort situated on a coastal wetland about ten miles north of the beach resort of Negombo. This secluded holiday resort is reached via a short paddle-ferry that glides you to a peninsular surrounded by two rivers, a lagoon and the Indian Ocean; an ideal retreat for nature lovers. Ranweli's ecological commitment has been officially recognised by the World Tourist Organisation. (More)Brown’s Beach, Negombo: A mid-range beach hotel, Brown’s Beach is perched on the best stretch of private beach in the heart of Negombo. Browns Beach Hotel offers 135 rooms. 25 of these rooms, called the Beach Rooms, were completely refurbished in 2006. Red Dot recommends the Beach Rooms with direct access to the beach. (More)The Beach, Negombo: Negombo’s first 5-star, the Beach is a chic and stylish hotel offering great luxury and a warm and attentive level of service. The hotel is tastefully designed along contemporary lines, taking the surrounding seaside landscape into full view. Open verandahs, walkways and waterways welcome the cooling ocean breeze and the tropical sun. (More)Ice Bear, Negombo: An endearing guesthouse situated in Negombo, the Ice Bear is welcoming, artistic, and ever so eccentric. The imaginative budget traveler will love its sense of difference and little antique flourishes. (More)