SRI LANKA
Wildlife & Safari
SRI LANKA’S NATURAL WILDLIFE WONDERS
17 Days Trip
What better way to experience the natural beauty and astonishing diversity of this island than by exploring its rivers, lakes, mountains, jungles, and beaches? This adventure, which includes stays in boutique hotels, mud huts, tree houses, and even caves (without sacrificing comfort), is perfect for nature lovers of any age with a good sense of fun and adventure.
Start by white water rafting down the warm Kitulgala River, surrounded by dense tropical jungle. Trek across the misty Horton Plains, reminiscent of the Scottish Highlands. Sleep in a treehouse or mud hut on the banks of a gem-filled river, where you can also try your hand at prospecting and relax in a natural Jacuzzi beneath a waterfall. Next, explore the unique fauna and flora of Sinharaja, a UNESCO-recognized habitat, and see herds of elephants and possibly leopards in Yala National Park.
For the grand finale, go whale and dolphin watching with excellent chances of spotting both blue whales and dolphins. Conclude your trip with a well-deserved rest on the most beautiful beaches, enjoying a variety of water sports on the nearby river.
This tour is a suggested itinerary; it can be booked as is or used as a starting point to create your perfect holiday in Sri Lanka.
ITINERARY DETAILS
Day 1 - Maniumpathy, Colombo
Arrive in Colombo and transfer to your hotel. Overnight at Maniumpathy.
Day 2 - Thotalagala, Haputale
Early morning visit to Horton Plains. Overnight at Thotalagala.
Day 3 - Thotalagala, Haputale
Morning visit to Lipton's Seat followed by a tea factory tour. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at Thotalagala.
Day 4 - Leopard Trails, Yala National Park
Drive to Yala National Park for an afternoon game drive. Overnight at Leopard Trails.
Day 5 - Leopard Trails, Yala National Park
Morning and afternoon game drives in Yala National Park. Overnight at Leopard Trails.
Day 6 - Rainforest Eco Lodge, Sinharaja
Drive to Sinharaja. Go sightseeing around Sinharaja. Overnight at Rainforest Eco Lodge.
Day 7 - 42 Lighthouse Street, Galle
Drive to Galle. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at 42 Lighthouse Street.
Day 8 - 42 Lighthouse Street, Galle
Morning whale watching trip followed by an afternoon at leisure. Overnight at 42 Lighthouse Street.
Day 9 - The Villa Bentota by KK Collection, Bentota
Take a guided walk through the rainforest. Drive to Bentota. Overnight at The Villa Bentota.
Day 10 - The Villa Bentota by KK Collection, Bentota
Day at leisure. Overnight at The Villa Bentota.
Day 11 - The Villa Bentota by KK Collection, Bentota
Day at leisure. Overnight at The Villa Bentota.
Day 12 - In Transit
Transfer to Colombo airport for your return flight home.
Accommodation Overview>>
Maniumpathy | Thotalagala | Leopard Trails | Rainforest Eco Lodge | 42 Lighthouse Street | The Villa Bentota
EPIC WILDLIFE TOUR OF SRI LANKA
19 Days Trip
This trip is perfect for adventurous wildlife enthusiasts, offering stays in mud huts, tree houses, tented accommodations, and even the chance to sleep under the stars for the truly daring.
Begin your journey with whale and dolphin watching on the western coast at Kalpitiya. Explore Wilpattu National Park and the ancient cities and temples in the Cultural Triangle. Trek through the hills of The Knuckles before heading to one of Sri Lanka’s most unexplored national parks, Gal Oya. Descend to the coastal plains to camp in Kumana National Park, where you can spot leopards and bears.
Continue to Koggala Lake near Galle to stay at Sri Lanka's most exciting new sustainable design hotel, Tri Lanka. Then, venture to Sinharaja, Sri Lanka’s last virgin rainforest. Conclude your trip among the mangroves in Bentota and relax on the coast for your final nights.
This trip is ideal for anyone, young or old, seeking adventure, local encounters, and the rich history and natural beauty of Sri Lanka. As a suggested itinerary, it can be booked as is or customized to create your perfect holiday in Sri Lanka.
ITINERARY DETAILS
Day 1 - Bar Reef, Kalpitiya
Upon arrival in Colombo, your driver will transfer you to your hotel in Kalpitiya. Overnight at Bar Reef.
Day 2 - Bar Reef, Kalpitiya
Morning whale and dolphin watching excursion (season dependent). Spend the afternoon at leisure.
Day 3 - Leopard Trails, Wilpattu National Park
Transfer to Wilpattu. Enjoy an afternoon game drive. Overnight at Leopard Trails.
Day 4 - Wild Grass, Sigiriya
Morning game drive in Wilpattu. In the afternoon, drive to Pidurangala via Mihintale and Ritigala. Overnight at Wild Grass.
Day 5 - Wild Grass, Sigiriya
Morning exploration of Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Dambulla. Afternoon at leisure.
Day 6 - Ashburnham Estate, Kandy
Morning drive to The Knuckles. Enjoy an afternoon guided hike through the hills. Overnight at Ashburnham Estate.
Day 7 - Ashburnham Estate, Kandy
Morning tea tour of the hotel's own 100-acre working tea estate with Mr. Das. Afternoon at leisure.
Day 8 - Gal Oya Lodge, Gal Oya National Park
Morning sightseeing in Kandy. Afternoon drive to Gal Oya. Overnight at Gal Oya Lodge.
Day 9 - Gal Oya Lodge, Gal Oya National Park
Morning Vedah Walk. After breakfast, enjoy a Gal Oya safari/trek with a private picnic lunch at the waterfalls.
Day 10 - Gal Oya Lodge, Gal Oya National Park
Early morning bird watching at the lake. Afternoon game drive in Gal Oya.
Day 11 - Kumana Mobile Tented Camp, Kumana National Park
Drive to Kumana. Afternoon game drive. Overnight at Kumana Mobile Tented Camp.
Day 12 - Kumana Mobile Tented Camp, Kumana National Park
Morning and afternoon game drives.
Day 13 - Kumana Mobile Tented Camp, Kumana National Park
Morning and afternoon game drives.
Day 14 - Tri Lanka, Galle
Drive to Galle. Spend the afternoon at leisure. Overnight at Tri Lanka.
Day 15 - Tri Lanka, Galle
Day at leisure to explore Galle Fort.
Day 16 - Rainforest Eco Lodge, Sinharaja
Drive to Sinharaja Rainforest. Afternoon exploring the rainforest. Overnight at Rainforest Eco Lodge.
Day 17 - Rock Villa, Bentota
Transfer to Bentota. Enjoy an afternoon Mangrove Safari. Overnight at Rock Villa.
Day 18 - Rock Villa, Bentota
Day at leisure.
Day 19 - In Transit
Transfer to Colombo airport for your flight home.
Accommodation Overview>>
Bar Reef | Leopard Trails | Wild Grass | Ashburnham Estate | Gal Oya Lodge | Kumana Mobile Tented Camp | Tri Lanka | Rainforest Eco Lodge | Rock Villa
CHEEKY MONKEYS, BLUE WHALES AND KING COCONUTS… & FAMILY FUN
16 Days Trip
This tour is perfect for families, young or old, who love little adventures and wildlife wonders. It's an ideal way to spend quality family time, with enough activities to keep children busy and adults relaxed, while experiencing some of the most amazing wildlife in Asia.
Begin your Sri Lankan adventure in Negombo; it's close enough to the city center to enjoy Colombo's highlights, yet far enough to relax after a long flight. Then, drive into the cultural heart of Sri Lanka to visit some of the country's most ancient sites. Explore Ritigala, a mystical wonderland of shady forests and quiet pools, and the iconic Sigiriya citadel rising out of the dense jungle.
From the Cultural Triangle, head to the east coast, home to some of the best beaches in the country. Each morning, set out to spot two of Sri Lanka’s spectacular Big Five mammals: the blue whale and the sperm whale. Spend your afternoons relaxing on golden sandy beaches. For a slightly different experience, the west coast fishing village of Kalpitiya offers fantastic whale and dolphin sightings and is rapidly becoming a popular spot for kite surfing.
This itinerary is a suggestion and can be booked as is or used as a starting point for creating your own luxury tailor-made holiday to Sri Lanka.
ITINERARY DETAILS
Day 1 - The Beach, Negombo
On arrival in Colombo, your driver will take you to your hotel. Overnight at The Beach.
Day 2 - The Beach, Negombo
Head into Colombo and spend the day exploring the city's key sites. Return to Negombo for overnight at The Beach.
Day 3 - The Beach, Negombo
Day at leisure. Overnight at The Beach.
Day 4 - Heritance Kandalama, Kandalama
Drive to Sigiriya. En route, visit the ancient sites of Anuradhapura, Mihintale, and Ritigala. Overnight at Heritance Kandalama.
Day 5 - Heritance Kandalama, Kandalama
Day exploring Aukana and Sigiriya. Overnight at Heritance Kandalama.
Day 6 - Heritance Kandalama, Kandalama
Day exploring Polonnaruwa and Dambulla. Overnight at Heritance Kandalama.
Day 7 - Trinco Blu by Cinnamon, Trincomalee
Drive to Trincomalee. Overnight at Trinco Blu by Cinnamon.
Day 8 - Trinco Blu by Cinnamon, Trincomalee
Morning whale and dolphin watching. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at Trinco Blu by Cinnamon.
Day 9 - Trinco Blu by Cinnamon, Trincomalee
Morning whale and dolphin watching. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at Trinco Blu by Cinnamon.
Day 10 - Trinco Blu by Cinnamon, Trincomalee
Morning whale and dolphin watching. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at Trinco Blu by Cinnamon.
Day 11 - Trinco Blu by Cinnamon, Trincomalee
Morning whale and dolphin watching. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at Trinco Blu by Cinnamon.
Day 12 - Bar Reef, Kalpitiya
Drive to Kalpitiya. Overnight at Bar Reef.
Day 13 - Bar Reef, Kalpitiya
Morning whale and dolphin watching. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at Bar Reef.
Day 14 - Bar Reef, Kalpitiya
Day at leisure. Overnight at Bar Reef.
Day 15 - Bar Reef, Kalpitiya
Morning whale and dolphin watching. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at Bar Reef.
Day 16 - In Transit
Transfer to Colombo for your flight home.
Accommodation Overview>>
The Beach | Trinco Blu by Cinnamon | Heritance Kandalama | Bar Reef