Sri Lanka Safari
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Tour Code:
HPKW
Start City:
Negombo
End City:
Colombo
Tour Style:
Tour Quality:
First Class
Tour Length:
12 days
Age Requirement:
15+ Years Old
Tour Capacity:
12
Physical Rating:
2 - Classic
Dates & Prices
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| Friday, Jun 14, 2024 | Tuesday, Jun 25, 2024 | $2,916 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Friday, Jul 05, 2024 | Tuesday, Jul 16, 2024 | $3,094 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Friday, Jul 19, 2024 | Tuesday, Jul 30, 2024 | $3,120 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Friday, Aug 23, 2024 | Tuesday, Sep 03, 2024 | $3,149 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Friday, Sep 06, 2024 | Tuesday, Sep 17, 2024 | $3,060 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Friday, Sep 20, 2024 | Tuesday, Oct 01, 2024 | $2,886 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Friday, Oct 11, 2024 | Tuesday, Oct 22, 2024 | $2,886 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Friday, Feb 14, 2025 | Tuesday, Feb 25, 2025 | $3,865 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Friday, Apr 18, 2025 | Tuesday, Apr 29, 2025 | $3,865 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Friday, May 16, 2025 | Tuesday, May 27, 2025 | $3,745 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Friday, Jun 13, 2025 | Tuesday, Jun 24, 2025 | $3,600 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
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| Friday, Jul 25, 2025 | Tuesday, Aug 05, 2025 | $3,745 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Friday, Aug 08, 2025 | Tuesday, Aug 19, 2025 | $3,865 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Friday, Aug 22, 2025 | Tuesday, Sep 02, 2025 | $3,745 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Friday, Sep 19, 2025 | Tuesday, Sep 30, 2025 | $3,600 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Friday, Oct 17, 2025 | Tuesday, Oct 28, 2025 | $3,745 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
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Tour Itinerary
Unearth a region of wild delights and rich biodiversity through the depths of Sri Lanka's forests and national parks. With safaris on land, water, and by foot, you'll have the best chance of spotting some of Sri Lanka's iconic wildlife, including herds of native elephants in their natural habitat, leopards, thousands of birds, slender lorises, monkeys, crocodiles, buffalo, deer and jackals. You'll also see the epic UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sigiriya, exploring the ruined fortress. Couple these experiences with a cruise on a natural lake, some delicious local food and a night spent in an eco-lodge among the sounds of the forest, and you'll delight on a wildlife-focused and nature-filled itinerary in one of Asia's best selections of jungle and forest.
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Day 1
NegomboAyubowan! Welcome to Sri Lanka. You’ll be met at Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo and transferred to your hotel in nearby Negombo, where your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm. If you arrive early, maybe relax on the golden sand beaches and soak up some sun or feast on fresh seafood. The surrounding countryside is also perfect to explore on a bicycle (which you can rent with help from hotel reception). Tonight, maybe ask your trip leader for the best local restaurants for dinner.
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Day 2
Wilpattu National ParkDrive to Wilpattu this morning, visiting Anawilundawa Bird Sanctuary on the way. Anawilundawa is unique because it borders three vastly different ecosystems – the coast, the mangroves and the freshwater tanks. This makes it one of the six RAMSAR Wetlands in Sri Lanka and a favourable nesting and breeding ground for hundreds of species of birds. Some of the species found here include herons, open-bills, great cormorants, white ibis, egrets, stalks, pheasant-tailed jacnas and the purple swamp hen. A total of 20 species of mammals have been recorded here, too, including the rusty-spotted cat, the fishing cat, the Indian otter, the slender loris, the toque monkey and 74 species of butterflies. Continue to Wilpattu and when you arrive, set out for an evening safari in the national park. This thick, dry jungle features floodplain lakes and boasts an impressive variety of flora in the huge expanses of forest. Look out for deer, elephants, wild boar, sloth bears and leopards.
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Day 3
HabaranaSet off after breakfast this morning for Dambulla. On the way, visit the Vessagiriya Complex – where 500 monks lived during the reign of the Anuradhapura kingdom. Explore the caves and then carry on to Minneriya National Park for an afternoon safari. Home to Sri Lankan elephants, Minneriya is said to be the best national park in the world for spotting large herds in their natural habitat (between July and August is your best bet). Tonight, you’ll drive to Dambulla for a free evening to rest and recharge.
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Day 4
Habarana (Sigiriya)Beat the heat with an early wake-up this morning and head to Sigiriya – this ruined fortress is one of Sri Lanka's most famous sights and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Those who make it to the top will be rewarded with epic views. This is also a popular spot for birdlife, due to the surrounding forests. Here, you’ll also learn about the Intrepid Foundation partner Zero Plastic – which works in this area to eliminate single-use plastic, educating local communities on sustainability practices and limiting the impact of plastic in and around Sigiriya. After exploring, you’ll head back to your hotel for a late breakfast. After recharging (nap, anyone?), head to a local’s home for a cooking demonstration of traditional dishes like Pol Sambol and Dhal Curry, which you’ll enjoy for lunch. Tonight, visit Popham’s Arboretum for a night-time nature walk, looking out for the slender loris and pangolin.
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Day 5
Ampara - Gal Oya National ParkMake the drive to Ampara and enter the unspoiled splendour of Gal Oya National Park. This park is home to elephants, axis deer, muntjacs, water buffalo, mugger crocodiles and more than 150 species of birds. Set against the massive Senanayake Samudraya Lake, the park is framed by high mountain peaks. When you arrive, spend some time exploring the lush landscape on foot. Then, you’ll hop on a boat to cruise on the lake, heading for the spot where local elephants come for their nightly splash to cool off. What a sight!
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Day 6
Arugam BayArise nice and early this morning for a dawn safari in Gal Oya National Park. You’ll hop in a 4WD and ride into the Kossapola section of the park – once the settlement of ancient royalty, due to the abundant medicinal plants and birdlife that are unique to this ecosystem. The wildlife here can be shy and hard to spot, so look closely for herds of elephants passing by, as well as the four species of deer that call this park home. Listen to the constant chatter of diverse birdlife above as you cruise this unique landscape. After, you’ll transfer to Arugam Bay where you’ll spend the night. When you arrive, check in to your hotel and settle into your free evening. Maybe chill out by the beach or visit the nearby Kumana National Park.
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Day 7
Kataragama - Kumana National ParkHead out on a morning safari through Kumuna National Park. Because of the many waterways that thread through the landscape, you’ll have a pretty good shot of spotting some local wildlife. You'll also have the chance to stop by Arugam Bay Lagoon or Panama Lake to see some crocodiles before leaving the area for Kataragama. This afternoon is free to enjoy at your leisure. Maybe visit Kataragama Temple – dedicated to the Buddhist guardian deity Kataragama deviyo and the Hindu War God Murugan. For those who just can’t get enough of wildlife spotting, you can arrange an optional safari in Yala National Park - Sri Lanka’s second-largest national park. Tonight, enjoy an included dinner at your resort with your group.
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Day 8
Kataragama - Yala National ParkDouble up on wildlife spotting with two included safaris in the morning and evening in Yala National Park. There's a good chance of spotting crocodiles, elephants, monkeys and buffaloes, and if you are lucky, you may even spot a leopard – the park is considered one of the best places in the world to see these ever-elusive beauties. Keep an eye out for the 215 species of birds that call this place home, including the?Sri Lankan wood pigeon, painted stork, crimson-fronted barbet and prideful peacocks strutting their way through the park.
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Day 9
SinharajaDrive to Singharaja Forest Reserve today – a biodiversity hotspot and UNESCO World Heritage Site. When you arrive, settle into the Rainforest Eco Lodge, your accommodation for the night. Set among the misty rainforest, these eco-lodges sit on stilts for optimum harmony with the natural environment. In the evening, head out on a nature walk through the forest with your leader, immersing yourself in the tropical surroundings and looking out for local beasts like jackals, big cats, wild boars and toque monkeys. Tonight, fall asleep to the sounds of the forest.
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Day 10
TangalleWake up with the morning birds and head out on a forest walk with your trip leader. Follow the leafy pathway, keeping an eye out for butterflies, multi-coloured blue magpies, squirrels, mongoose and birdlife. After, you’ll make the drive to Rekawa, where you’ll spend the night. As the sun goes down, you’ll head out to the beach with your group to look for nesting turtles.
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Day 11
ColomboPrepare for a big day as you head for your last stop in Colombo. From October to April, you have the option to join an early morning whale-watching excursion. Although it can make for a long day, Sri Lanka offers exceptional whale-watching sightings. Here, you have the chance to spot a variety of whales, such as sperm whales, orcas, fin whales, and the biggest attraction of all - blue whales.On the way to Colombo, you’ll visit Galle Fort – the fortified city with a mixture of Portuguese and Dutch charm, narrow laneways, and popular promenades. Explore the area on foot, taking in the local architecture that dates from between the 16th and 19th centuries. Grab some lunch from one of the many cafes here, serving traditional Sri Lankan meals with a contemporary twist. When you arrive in Colombo, you have a free evening to choose your own adventure. Maybe head out to sample some of the city's renowned street food like crispy vegetable samosas, hoppers and kotthu (sliced roti, vegetables and eggs or meat) or find a bar and toast to a trip well-travelled.
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Day 12
ColomboYour trip comes to an end after breakfast this morning. If you’d like to stay in Colombo, just speak to your booking agent.
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- Wilpattu National Park - Evening 4x4 Safari
- Anawilundawa - Bird Sanctuary
- Anuradhapura - Vessagiriya Complex Guided Tour
- Minneriya National Park - Afternoon 4x4 Safari
- Popem’s Arboretum - Evening Nature Walk
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress Visit
- Habarana - Cooking Demo & Home Cooked Meal
- Gal Oya National Park - Boat Safari
- Gal Oya National Park - Morning 4x4 Safari
- Kumana National Park - Morning 4x4 Safari
- Yala National Park - Morning 4x4 Safari
- Yala National Park - Evening 4x4 Safari
- Sinharaja Rainforest - Evening Nature Walk
- Rekawa - Turtle Nesting Observation
- Sinharaja Rainforest - Bird & Butterfly Trail Walk
- Galle - Galle Fort Walk
Meals
11 Breakfast(s) Included
1 Lunch(es) Included
4 Dinner(s) Included
Style: Comfort
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Permanent Tented Camp (with facilities) (1 night), Eco Lodge (1 night), Hotel (9 nights)
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Question: Is Airfare Included in the Price?
Airfare from your point of origin to and from the trip is not included in the land price.
Overall Rating
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Accommodations
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Itinerary
4.2
Professional Staff
4.4
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Value for Money
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