Is Minneriya Elephant Gathering happening right now?
As of today, out of season, returns ~July. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Each dry season tens to hundreds of Elephas maximus gather around the exposed shoreline and forage fields of the Minneriya and nearby reservoirs.
The seasonal concentration is driven by shrinking water and abundant grasses, producing one of Asia's largest predictable elephant aggregations.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| Minneriya National Park - Minneriya Tank Shoreline |
| Kaudulla National Park - Kaudulla Tank Area |
| + 1 more spot, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
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