Knuckles Valley Conservation

Where Sustainable Agriculture Meets Rainforest Conservation

Protecting Sinharaja’s biodiversity through sustainable practices, community partnership, and authentic storytelling from the frontier of Sri Lanka’s last primary rainforest.

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Explore Our Conservation World

Navigate through our comprehensive conservation initiatives, discover incredible biodiversity, and learn how you can be part of protecting Sinharaja’s precious ecosystem

About Us

Our story, mission, team, and the unique Sinharaja connection that drives our conservation commitment

Wildlife & Biodiversity

Butterflies, birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians - explore the incredible species that call Sinharaja home

Flora & Plants

Endemic trees, medicinal plants, orchids - discover the botanical wonders of the rainforest

Conservation Projects

Habitat protection, sustainable agriculture, beekeeping, climate action - our active conservation initiatives

Stories & Media

Photo galleries, videos, blogs, interviews - authentic stories from the plantation boundary

Education & Research

Learning resources, research publications, citizen science, educational programs for all ages

Get Involved

Volunteer, partnerships, donations, careers - join us in protecting Sinharaja's biodiversity

Contact & Visit

Reach out, plan your visit, media inquiries - connect with us and experience conservation firsthand

Incredible Biodiversity

From endemic butterflies to elusive leopards, Sinharaja hosts one of the world’s most diverse ecosystems – and we document every encounter

Endemic Butterflies

Rare Birds

Mammals

Reptiles

Amphibians

Endemic Flora

Active Conservation Projects

From protecting forest corridors to sustainable beekeeping, our projects integrate conservation with community livelihood

Forest Corridor Development

Creating wildlife corridors connecting fragmented habitats, safe movement for elephants, leopards, and other species between Sinharaja and surrounding forests.

Goal

12 km

Corridors

150+

Species

3

Years

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Native Beekeeping Program

Supporting native bee populations while providing sustainable income for local families. Our honey production helps protect wild pollinators crucial for rainforest health.

Goal

25

Families

200+

Hives

5

Species

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Organic Agriculture Transition

Converting our entire plantation to certified organic methods, eliminating harmful pesticides and creating a model for sustainable agriculture in rainforest regions.

Goal

500

Hectares

80%

Complete

2035

Target

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What we aim to achieve by 2030

Our goals 

200+

Species Documented

8,500+

Trees Protected
family-institution

150+

Families Supported

500+

Hectares Conserved

15

Research Partners

2,000+

Students Educated

Conservation Stories from the Frontier

Authentic narratives from plantation workers, researchers, and the wildlife that shares our boundary with Sinharaja

BUTTERFLIES

Endemic Butterflies of Sinharaja

A visual journey through 50+ butterfly species found at our plantation boundary, including the majestic Sri Lankan Birdwing.

DOCUMENTARY

Life at the Rainforest Edge

Follow our plantation workers through a day of encounters with leopards, elephants, and rare bird species at the forest boundary.

BEEKEEPING

The Beekeepers of Sinharaja

Local families share their experiences in our native beekeeping program, balancing honey production with conservation.

Education & Research

From school programs to university partnerships, we’re building knowledge and inspiring the next generation of conservationists

Educational Resources

  • Species identification guides
  • Classroom curriculum materials
  • Virtual rainforest tours
  • Conservation activity kits
  • Teacher training workshops
  • Student field trip programs

Research Programs

  • University partnerships
  • Biodiversity monitoring
  • Citizen science projects
  • Research publications
  • Data sharing platform
  • Grant opportunities

Community Engagement

Conservation succeeds when communities thrive – explore how we support local livelihoods while protecting nature

Volunteer Programs

Join our field teams for hands-on conservation work, species monitoring, and community outreach

Educational Visits

School groups and universities welcome for guided tours and research opportunities

Career Opportunities

Work with us as field staff, researchers, educators, or conservation managers

Support Conservation

Donations, sponsorships, and partnerships that directly fund our conservation projects

The Time to Act is Now

Sinharaja’s biodiversity cannot wait. Every day brings new discoveries, new challenges, and new opportunities to protect Sri Lanka’s last primary rainforest. Join us in this urgent mission.

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