Travel Guide to Pilikuttuwa Forest Reserve

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving, start from the center of Gampaha city. Head west on Colombo Road (A1) and continue for about 2.5 km. Look for a sign indicating the direction to Pilikuttuwa Forest Reserve. Turn right onto the road leading towards the forest reserve. Follow this road for another 1.5 km until you reach the entrance to Pilikuttuwa Forest Reserve, located at coordinates 7.0731553, 80.0643616. There is usually no entrance fee, but check for any updates before your visit.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Pilikuttuwa Forest Reserve via public transport, start at Gampaha Bus Station. Take a bus heading towards Kadawatha or Udugampola and ask the conductor to drop you off at the nearest stop to Pilikuttuwa. This should take approximately 20-30 minutes. Once you get off, you may need to walk about 1 km to the entrance of the forest reserve, which is located at 33F7+7P9, Gampaha. Be prepared for a short walk along a rural road. It's advisable to confirm with locals or the bus conductor for the best drop-off point.

• Tuk-Tuk

  For a more direct route, consider hiring a tuk-tuk from Gampaha city. This mode of transport will take approximately 15-20 minutes to reach Pilikuttuwa Forest Reserve. Agree on a fare before starting your journey; it may cost around 500-800 LKR depending on the distance and negotiation. The tuk-tuk driver should be familiar with the location, but it's good to confirm the destination using the coordinates 7.0731553, 80.0643616.