Wild Encounters of Sri Lanka
Location
Sri Lanka
Duration
10 Days & 9 Nights
Rating
5 / 5
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TOUR ITINERARY
Highlights Of Your Journey
Day 1
Western Province
Upon arrival, transfer to the charming coastal town of Negombo. Check into your hotel and take time to relax and unwind, easing into the rhythms of Sri Lanka after your long journey.
Destination:
Negombo
Stay At:
Villa Hundira
Food Speciality:
Bed & Breakfast (BB Basis)
Room Type:
Deluxe Room
Day 2
North Central Province
After an early breakfast, set off for Wilpattu, Sri Lanka's largest and one of its most untamed national parks. In the afternoon, embark on an exhilarating jeep safari, tracking leopards, sloth bears, and other incredible wildlife across the park's vast wilderness..
Destination:
Wilpattu
Stay At:
Ibis Wilpattu
Food Speciality:
Full Board (FB Basis)
Room Type:
Deluxe Room
Day 3
North Central Province
Begin your day with an early morning jeep safari in Wilpattu, seeking out the park's elusive wildlife at its most active. Afterwards, journey towards Sigiriya, stopping to explore the mystical ruins of Ritigala Forest Monastery, hidden deep within the jungle.
Destination:
Wilpattu to Sigiriya (via Ritigala)
Stay At:
Taru Maia
Food Speciality:
Bed & Breakfast (BB Basis)
Room Type:
Superior Room
Day 4
Central Province
Climb the iconic Sigiriya Lion's Rock early in the morning, exploring its ancient ruins and the bird-rich forests that surround it. In the afternoon, set off on a thrilling jeep safari in Minneriya National Park, where, from July to September, you can witness South East Asia's largest gathering of wild elephants.
Destination:
Sigiriya
Stay At:
Taru Maia
Food Speciality:
Bed & Breakfast (BB Basis)
Room Type:
Superior Room
Day 5
Uva Province
Travel from Sigiriya to the untouched wilderness of Gal Oya. In the afternoon, embark on a serene boat safari across Sri Lanka's largest lake—where, if luck is on your side, you might witness elephants swimming between islands in search of food, a rare and magical sight.
Destination:
Gal Oya
Stay At:
Gal Oya Lodge
Food Speciality:
Bed & Breakfast (BB Basis)
Room Type:
Bungalow
Day 6
Uva Province
Begin your day with a guided birdwatching walk around the property, led by the resident naturalist. Later in the morning, venture into the forest with a Vedda tribesman and gain rare insight into the traditions and ancient ways of Sri Lanka's indigenous people. In the afternoon you can go for a jeep drive into Gal Oya national park.
Destination:
Gal Oya
Stay At:
Gal Oya Lodge
Food Speciality:
Bed & Breakfast (BB Basis)
Room Type:
Bungalow
Day 7
Southern Province
Journey from Gal Oya to Yala, the kingdom of the Sri Lankan leopard and home to the highest leopard density in the world. In the afternoon, set off on a thrilling jeep safari, exploring the park’s wild landscapes and encountering its remarkable array of wildlife.
Destination:
Yala
Stay At:
Kithala Resort
Food Speciality:
Bed & Breakfast (BB Basis)
Room Type:
Deluxe Eco Lodge
Day 8
Southern Province
Travel to the lush Sinharaja Rainforest, a UNESCO World Heritage site teeming with endemic flora and fauna. Set out on a guided walk with a naturalist, uncovering the hidden wonders of this ancient forest. Overnight amidst the sounds and serenity of Sinharaja.
Destination:
Sinharaja Rainforest
Stay At:
Sinharaja Rain Forest
Food Speciality:
Half Board (HB Basis)
Room Type:
Chalet
Day 9
Southern Province
Transfer to the historic coastal town of Galle for your final night in Sri Lanka. Spend the afternoon at leisure—wandering the cobbled streets of the fort, relaxing by the pool, or soaking up the sun by the beach.
Destination:
Galle
Stay At:
The Heritage Galle Fort
Food Speciality:
Bed & Breakfast (BB Basis)
Room Type:
Deluxe Room
Day 10
Southern Province
After an unforgettable adventure through Sri Lanka's wild heart, transfer to the airport for your onward journey, taking with you the memories of extraordinary wildlife encounters and untamed landscapes.
Destination:
Departure (Airport transfer)
Stay At:
N/A
Food Speciality:
N/A
Room Type:
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