12-Day Sri Lanka Wildlife Explorer Tour

12 Days 11 Nights

Essence of Sri Lanka by Tripitsu – Sri Lanka Wildlife Explorer Tour

12 Days / 11 Nights

Embark on a soul-soothing journey through Sri Lanka’s most captivating landscapes. Begin with a thrilling wildlife safari in one of the island’s famed national parks, where elephants, leopards, and exotic birds roam free. Then, ascend into the misty hills of the tea country, exploring lush plantations and charming colonial towns. Finally, unwind on the sun-kissed southern coast, indulging in rejuvenating beachside wellness experiences. This 12-day adventure perfectly blends nature, culture, and relaxation for an unforgettable escape.

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Highlights

  • Wildlife Safari Experience/4x4 wildlife safaris in Minneriya, Udawalawe, and Yala
  • Tea Plantation Tour / Scenic Train Journey (Under Special Request)
  • Whale watching cruise
  • Beachside Wellness Retreat / Turtle hatchery experience
  • Authentic Sri Lankan Cuisine
  • Cultural sites (Dambulla, Kandy, Galle Fort) / Guided city tours & entrance fees
  • Private vehicle with driver-guide

Itinerary

Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), Katunayake, where a friendly Tripitsu team member will greet you with a warm welcome. 

  • Check-in to your Colombo hotel
  • Guided city tour covering:
    • Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque – A vibrant red-and-white architectural gem
    • Pettah Market – Bustling local market for spices, clothes & souvenirs
    • Lotus Tower – Iconic modern landmark with panoramic views
    • Galle Face Green – Oceanfront promenade perfect for street food and sunset

Overnight: Colombo

3 hours
Breakfast
Best In The Location

  • Early breakfast and drive to Sigiriya (approx. 4.5 hrs)
  • Afternoon visit to Sigiriya Rock Fortress
    • A 5th-century palace atop a monolithic rock with frescoes, lion paw entrance, and royal gardens
    • UNESCO World Heritage Site

Optional: Explore village life via bullock cart rides or lake canoeing

Overnight: Sigiriya / Habarana

5 hours
Breakfast
Home Stay

  • Morning jeep safari in Minneriya National Park
    • Home to the “Elephant Gathering” – hundreds of elephants by the reservoir (seasonal: July–Oct)
    • Also spot deer, wild buffalo, toque macaques, and over 160 bird species
  • Afternoon visit to Dambulla Cave Temple
    • 2,000+ year-old cave complex with Buddha statues and mural paintings
  • Drive to Kandy (approx. 2.5 hrs)

Overnight: Kandy

Breakfast
Best In The Location

  • Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic – most sacred Buddhist site in Sri Lanka
  • Stroll around Kandy Lake
  • Optional: Kandyan cultural dance performance in the evening
  • Visit Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya (if time permits)

Overnight: Kandy

Breakfast
Best In The Location

  • Transfer to Nuwara Eliya and board the train to Ella – one of the world's most scenic train rides
    • Pass tea plantations, waterfalls, and misty hills
  • Arrive in Ella and relax

Overnight: Ella

Breakfast
Best In The Location

  • Early morning drive to Udawalawe National Park (approx. 2.5 hrs)
  • Jeep safari to spot:
    • Large herds of elephants
    • Crocodiles, water buffalo, sambar deer, and vibrant birdlife
  • Visit Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home (optional) to see baby elephants being cared for before release

Overnight: Ella / Udawalawe area

5 hours
Breakfast
Best In The Location

  • Transfer to Yala National Park (approx. 2.5 hrs)
  • Afternoon or sunset jeep safari in Block 1 of Yala
    • Renowned for leopard sightings
    • Also home to sloth bears, elephants, jackals, wild boar, and crocodiles

Overnight: Yala / Tissamaharama

Breakfast
Best In The Location

  • Full-day safari with picnic lunch inside the park
  • Explore various ecosystems: dry monsoon forest, wetlands, scrub jungle
  • Perfect day for photographers and wildlife lovers

Overnight: Yala / Tissamaharama

Breakfast
Best In The Location

  • Scenic drive to the southern coast (approx. 3.5 hrs)
  • En route stop at:

    • Weligama Stilt Fishermen

  • Check into your beachfront resort in Mirissa

Overnight: Mirissa

4 hours
Breakfast
Best In The Location

  • Early morning whale watching tour from Mirissa Harbour

    • Spot blue whales, sperm whales, and spinner dolphins (seasonal: Nov–Apr)

  • Rest of the day at leisure:

    • Surfing, beach yoga, or spa treatments
    • Optional visit to Coconut Tree Hill or Parrot Rock

Overnight: Mirissa

Breakfast
Best In The Location

  • Drive to Galle Fort (approx. 1.5 hrs)

    • Explore Dutch colonial architecture, quaint streets, cafés, and museums

  • Visit Galle Lighthouse
  • Afternoon at Mahamodara Turtle Hatchery

    • Learn about sea turtle conservation and help release hatchlings into the ocean

Overnight: Galle / Mirissa

1 hour
Breakfast
Best In The Location

  • Morning drive to Colombo (approx. 2–2.5 hrs)
  • Optional shopping at Odel, Barefoot Gallery, or Independence Arcade
  • Transfer to airport for your departure flight

4 hours
Breakfast
Home Stay

What is included in this trek package?

  • ACCOMMODATION
  • MEALS MENTIONED IN PACKAGE
  • WATER
  • ENTRANCE TICKETS
  • FULLY INSURED VEHICLE WITH LICENSED DRIVER

What is excluded in this trek package?

  • EXTRA MEALS
  • VISA
  • AIR TICKETS
  • VEHICLE FOR PERSONAL USE
  • PERSONAL EXPENSES
  • SOUVENIRS AND GIFTS
No Fixed Departure Dates available.

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