Sri Lanka Wildlife Adventure
Sigiriya → Minneriya → Kandy → Yala → Colombo
Best for: Wildlife lovers
Two very different safaris in five days: elephant country around Minneriya and Kaudulla in the north, and Yala in the south, known for its high leopard density. Sigiriya's rock fortress and a night in Kandy complete the route. Built for travellers who came for the animals.
- Sigiriya Lion Rock
- Minneriya or Kaudulla elephant safari
- Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
- Yala National Park safari
- Optional second Yala game drive
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Your itinerary
A day-by-day overview of your journey, with highlights and experiences at each destination.
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Pickup and transfer to the Cultural Triangle, with the Dambulla Cave Temple on arrival day.
Private transfer from airportDambulla Cave TempleEvening at leisure -
Climb Sigiriya Rock in the morning, then an afternoon jeep safari in Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park. Your driver-guide chooses the park on the day, according to where the elephant herds are gathering in that season and the park conditions.
Sigiriya Lion RockMinneriya National Park -
A spice garden en route, Kandy city, the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and an evening cultural show.
Matale spice gardensTemple of the Sacred Tooth Relic -
The scenic drive south to Yala National Park for an afternoon safari in leopard country. Overnight near the park.
Yala National Park -
An optional dawn safari for one last game drive, southern sightseeing, then your Colombo or airport transfer.
- 1Sigiriya
- 2Minneriya
- 3Kandy
- 4Yala
- 5Colombo
Included & not included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for the whole tour
- English-speaking driver-guide
- Airport pickup and drop-off
- Fuel, parking and highway charges
- Driver-guide's accommodation and meals
- Sightseeing as described in the itinerary
- Government taxes
- Minneriya or Kaudulla jeep safari and park entrance fees (we can book them and add them to your quote)
- Yala jeep safari and park entrance fees (we can book them and add them to your quote)
- Entrance tickets to sites and temples
- Visas or ETA, travel insurance and international flights
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Accommodation and extras
Not part of the tour price. Ask for any of these and we add them to your quote.
- Accommodation: we shortlist hotels in your budget band and add them to your quote
- Meals for travellers
Vehicle options
Every vehicle is private and air-conditioned, with your own English-speaking driver-guide. We match the vehicle to your group and luggage; upgrades are quoted on request.
Optional activities
Extra cost, chosen by you. We can book them in advance or arrange them on the day.
- Second Yala game drive at dawn
- Kandy cultural dance show tickets
Places you will visit
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