HABARANA
Habarana is a tiny town of Anuradhapura District in Sri Lanka. The place has some mid-range and up restaurants targeted at package visitors and is a point of departure for other more interesting neighboring places. Habarana is a famous tourist destination for safari enthusiasts as it is the starting point for safaris in the neighboring Habarana jungle and the highly populated elephant sanctuary of Minneriya. Elephant back riding in this tiny town is also an attraction. Habarana is located on the primary highway from Colombo to Trincomalee, Polonnaruwa and Batticaloa, close to the ancient rock fortress in Sigiriya. The city’s population is anticipated to be 5000-10,000. The area has some of the best hotels in the country and the greenery and wild life has added value, making the location attractive for tourists.
ATTRACTIONS IN HABARANA
JEEP SAFARI IN MINNERIYA NATIONAL PARK
This safari takes you on an exclusive journey through Minneriya National Park, famous for its elephants and wildlife. The two tour choices enable you to choose whether you want to watch wildlife during your morning and evening operations. If you choose the Morning Safari alternatives, your safari will begin at 5:30 a.m.; or if you choose the Evening Safari option at 2:30 p.m.
HIRIWADUNNA VILLAGE TOUR
Join this 2.5-hour trip for the chance to emerge in the true Sri Lankan village’s nature and culture. Start your tour with a Bullock cart ride near the pond of the village and you will experience a boat ride to the next side of the rural village. You can reach the village house after a brief walk in the paddy areas and vegetable cultivation. You can relax and eat a delicious Sri Lankan lunch or snacks in the village house.