Discover the elusive, wide-eyed Loris on a guided night trail through Sri Lanka’s forests, where mystery comes alive after dark.
Step softly into the mystical world of the Sri Lankan night, where shadowy branches and moonlit leaves conceal one of the island’s most enchanting residents, the Grey Slender Loris. With large, glistening eyes and delicate, deliberate movements, this tiny nocturnal primate emerges after dusk to forage for insects, berries, and nectar in the scrub forests and wetlands.
Loris watching is a truly unique wildlife experience, offering a glimpse of a creature that most travelers never see. At Jetwing Vil Uyana’s private nature reserve, a sanctuary rich in wetlands and forest habitats, guests are guided through exclusive night trails where the island’s elusive lorises come alive. The Loris Conservation Site and Information Centre highlight the ongoing commitment to protect and study this fascinating primate, making every encounter not only magical but meaningful.
