In the Balangoda and Rakwana regions of Sri Lanka, the Rainforest Protectors initiative is actively working to restore degraded lands and combat invasive species that threaten the local biodiversity. Situated at the intersection of wet and intermediate zones, these areas house a unique ecosystem with rich flora and fauna, including elephants, leopards, and diverse plant species. However, decades of man-made fires have turned mountains and forest areas into scrublands. Rainforest Protectors is dedicated to reforesting these lands, starting with 15 acres in Balangoda and 20 acres in Rakwana.

In addition, we plan to establish a Rainforest Conservation and Education Centre near the Sinharaja Rainforest, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This center will serve as a base for educational outreach, environmental research, and conservation initiatives. Through this, local communities, students, and tourists will have a direct opportunity to learn about rainforest conservation and the ecological threats facing this vital ecosystem. Volunteers play a critical role in supporting these reforestation efforts, with tools and funding contributions making a lasting impact on the Sri Lankan landscape.

Rainforest Restoration & Conservation in Sri Lanka

Looking for a place to feel at home in Sri Lanka while contributing to a meaningful NGO project? Make our BASECAMP your base in Sri Lanka—your home away from home. A place to return to when you're tired of travelling, to soak up the local vibe away from tourist crowds. If you love forest gazing or want your travels to give back to the environment, this is the place for you.

This particular volunteering project is an ecosystem restoration (reforestation) effort on a 50-acre degraded hill, with the potential to expand to 250 acres. We're literally growing a rainforest from scratch. What was once a burnt, barren slope is already transforming into a thriving, green landscape.

We need passionate volunteers to plant trees during the rainy season, remove invasive species, and water young plants during the dry months. Our plant nurseries also need regular care and maintenance. Beyond fieldwork, we welcome anyone with skills in tech, research, video creation, or promotional content to help spread our message and strengthen our mission. Become a guardian and ambassador of the rainforests we’ve permanently protected.

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