Eco Safari 2026 Cleans Up Three Natural Attractions in Belihuloya

Eco Safari 2026, an environmental cleanup project organized by the ZeroPlastic Movement, took place on 22 September 2026 across three natural sites in the Belihuloya area: Pahanthudawa Waterfall, Surathali Ella Waterfall, and Samanalawewa Reservoir and Viewpoint. The project ran from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and brought together volunteers and Organizing Committee members for a day of hands-on waste removal at popular natural attractions.

The project was organized to address the accumulation of plastic, polythene, and other non-biodegradable waste at scenic locations in the Belihuloya area. By targeting three separate sites in a single day, the initiative aimed to make a practical contribution to maintaining the cleanliness of these natural destinations.

Volunteers and Organizing Committee members were divided into three teams and transported to the designated locations by five safari jeeps provided by Belihuloya Adventure Safari, the project’s transportation partner. At each site, the teams carried out cleanup activities that involved collecting and separating plastic, polythene, and other non-biodegradable waste. Waste management for the collected materials was coordinated with the Imbulpe Pradeshiya Sabha.

Once the cleanup work was completed at all three locations, the teams reunited at the Samanalawewa Viewpoint. Refreshments were provided at the gathering point, sponsored by Sunset Paddlers Samanalawewa. The day concluded with a bonfire gathering and team activities, giving volunteers an opportunity to come together after working at separate sites throughout the afternoon.

The project combined environmental responsibility with teamwork and an outdoor experience, allowing volunteers to contribute directly to the upkeep of natural spaces while engaging with the landscapes they were working to protect. By organizing waste collection across multiple locations in a single coordinated effort, the project demonstrated a practical approach to addressing litter at…