City: Sri Lanka
Top Things to do in Sri Lanka
Things to do in Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka: The Best Zoos & Aquariums
Coordinates: 7°N 81°E / 7°N 81°E / 7; 81
Restaurants in Sri Lanka
1. Snake Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 189 reviews
Reviewed By ladja211
The owner of the snake farm showed us a number of poisonous and non-poisonous snakes, introduced us to their life in nature. He also told us stories from his experience with snakes. Very interesting tour.
2. Udawalawa Elephant Orphanage
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 267 reviews
Reviewed By Cbarnes91
Following the safari next door, we visited the orphanage and loved every second of seeing orphaned elephants being looked after. Like the safari, the visitors weren’t allowed up close to the elephants allowing them to act naturally. Great work being done by the team here and long may it continue, and hopefully be an education to all.
3. Dehiwala Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By heartofmaldives - Poole, United Kingdom
Large zoo, very cheap entrance and cheap snacks and ice cream stalls in abundance. So many animals to see for little ones including komodo dragon. Lovely playground inside.
4. Dehiwala Zoological Garden
5. Water World Lanka
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By dessertholiday
There are a large number of beautiful sea creatures to admire in this aquarium plus some exotic birds. If you plan to go to the piranha feeding you should be on time since they only feed them what looks like one chicken leg. This place was more extensive then I expected it to be and we spent an enjoyable couple of hours here. The kiosk has reasonably priced food too. The main complaint is that the exhibits often bear no resemblance to what is on the sign for the tank. Though on the plus side almost all have an english description. Tourist prices are less then 3x local price, so almost a bargain ;)
6. Ridiyagama Safari Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 98 reviews
No more flight bookings need to reserve for safari in Africa. Whole animal kingdom is roaming in Ridiyagama. The Department of National Zoological Gardens is eager to unveil it’s another flagship project for the nature lovers and pleasure hunters browsing the down south of Sri Lanka. A 500 acre drive through Safari Park, the first ever Safari Park in Sri Lanka is being culminated in Ridiyagama, Ha
Reviewed By keashawep
Ridiyagama safari park visit was new experience for us.one of the best open zoo in sri lanka with lot of animals.
7. National Zoological Gardens of Sri Lanka
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 23 reviews
8. Pinnawala Zoo
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By shefaashar - Mawanella, Sri Lanka
×The Pinnawala Iparenigama Theme Park is a brand new and unique theme park in Sri Lanka. It depicts traditional village life in the 17th and 18th centuries, and functions as a live folk museum. Some of the attractions are: *The Indigenous Doctor’s House (Weda Gedara) *The Headman’s House (Arachila Gedara) *The Gypsy Family (Ahikuntaka Janawasa) *The Paddy Field (Kuburu Yaya) *The Lake (Wewa) *Aquatic Plants *The Head Farmer’s House (Maha Gamaralage Gedara) *The Coffee Bar (Kopi Kade) *The Potter’s House (Kubal Gedara) *The Carpenter’s House (Wadumaduwa) *The Blacksmith’s House (Kammala) *The Weaving Center *The Souvenir Shop The Pinnawala Iparenigama Theme Park provides lots of entertainment to its visitors, both local and tourists, regardless of age. ×Pinnawala Open Zoo (also called Pinnawala Zoo) is a zoological garden in Pinnawala, Sri Lanka, which is situated closer to the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. The zoo was opened for public on 17 April 2015. This is the first open-air zoo in Sri Lanka
9. National Zoological Gardens of Sri Lanka
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 507 reviews
This zoo features animals from across Asia, as well as a nightly elephant circus.
10. The Fish Stop
One of the Largest Aquariums in the country. Deals with both Freshwater and Marine Fish. Ideal for people who are looking for rare and exotic fish. Largest collection of freshwater plants. High end equipment available too. The Fish Stop has the ability to both Import and Export for you. Sole agents/distributors for brands such as Seachem, Salifert, Hikari, API, Tropica, Dymax, Polyplab.
