Day 1: Arrival in Colombo - Transfer to Negombo
View Activities
- Airport pickup by naturalist guide with wildlife orientation briefing
- Transfer to beachfront hotel
- Welcome drink and safari preparation discussion
- Optional late afternoon Negombo Lagoon bird watching
- Equipment check and photography settings discussion
- Briefing on safari etiquette and wildlife viewing best practices
- Welcome dinner with introduction to Sri Lankan cuisine
- Early rest preparing for safari adventures ahead
- Overnight stay in Negombo
Day 2: Negombo to Wilpattu National Park
View Activities
- Early breakfast and checkout
- Drive to Wilpattu through rural countryside
- Lunch at local restaurant en route
- Arrival and check-in to safari camp or eco-lodge
- Late afternoon game drive in Wilpattu National Park (4 hours)
- Leopard tracking with experienced trackers
- Lake circuit viewing diverse species at water sources
- Sunset photography at scenic lake viewpoint
- Return to lodge for campfire gathering
- Dinner with wildlife stories from naturalist guide
- Overnight stay near Wilpattu
Day 3: Wilpattu Full Day Safari
View Activities
- Very early morning game drive departing before dawn (4-5 hours)
- Leopard tracking in prime territory
- Breakfast in the bush (packed meal at scenic location)
- Return to lodge for midday rest during hot hours
- Lunch at lodge
- Late afternoon second game drive (4 hours)
- Focus on different park zones for variety
- Sloth bear observation if season permits
- Sunset viewing from elevated rock outcrop
- Night drive option (if permitted, additional fee)
- Dinner and wildlife documentary viewing
- Overnight stay near Wilpattu
Day 4: Wilpattu to Sigiriya Area
View Activities
- Early breakfast and departure from Wilpattu
- Drive through rural villages observing roadside wildlife
- Lunch at local restaurant with countryside views
- Arrival in Sigiriya area and hotel check-in
- Late afternoon elephant safari in Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park
- Witness elephant gathering (seasonal, July-September)
- Large herds bathing, feeding, and interacting
- Bird watching at reservoir edges
- Sunset photography with elephant silhouettes
- Return to hotel
- Dinner and evening leisure
- Overnight stay in Sigiriya area
Day 5: Sigiriya Area - Cultural Sites & Wildlife
View Activities
- Morning visit to Sigiriya Rock Fortress and gardens
- Observe resident macaque monkeys and bird species
- Photography combining ancient architecture with wildlife
- Return to hotel for lunch and rest
- Afternoon visit to Polonnaruwa ancient city
- Wildlife observation at Parakrama Samudra reservoir
- Watch for water monitors, crocodiles, and water birds
- Explore ancient ruins with naturalist guide explaining historical human-wildlife relationships
- Return to hotel
- Dinner and evening rest
- Overnight stay in Sigiriya area
Coastal Extension Options
Winter Season Beach Extension (South Coast)
+3 Days / 2 Nights
Transfer from Yala to Mirissa, beachfront hotel, blue whale & dolphin tour, snorkeling, turtle observation, beach relaxation, seafood dinners, return to Colombo/Airport.
+3 Days / 2 Nights
Transfer from Yala to Mirissa, beachfront hotel, blue whale & dolphin tour, snorkeling, turtle observation, beach relaxation, seafood dinners, return to Colombo/Airport.
Summer Season Beach Extension (East Coast)
+3 Days / 2 Nights
Transfer to Trincomalee area, beach resort check-in, Pigeon Island snorkeling, dolphin & whale watching (seasonal), beach relaxation, return via scenic route to airport.
+3 Days / 2 Nights
Transfer to Trincomalee area, beach resort check-in, Pigeon Island snorkeling, dolphin & whale watching (seasonal), beach relaxation, return via scenic route to airport.
Package Inclusions
Accommodation in safari camps and wildlife lodges (10 nights)
Meal Plan: Full Board (all meals daily)
Private 4WD safari vehicle with roof hatch for game viewing
Expert naturalist guide throughout tour
Professional wildlife trackers in national parks
All game drives as per itinerary
Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home visit
Airport pickup and drop-off
Binoculars for wildlife viewing
Field guide books for species identification
Bottled water during safaris
All government taxes and service charges
Package Exclusions
International airfare to/from Sri Lanka
Sri Lankan visa fees (ETA - apply online)
National park entrance fees
Video/camera permits in parks
Alcoholic beverages
Personal expenses (laundry, telephone)
Tips for guide, driver, and lodge staff
Travel insurance (mandatory recommendation)
Optional activities not in itinerary
Night game drives (additional fee)
Professional photography guide (available on request)