Top Sri Lanka Nature and Wildlife Tours - page 4

Book this private tour to discover the beauty and wildlife of the Sinharaja Forest Reserve with just your guide and group. You’ll leave early in the morning from either Mirissa, Weligama, or Galle, enjoy a provided breakfast to get you fueled up, and then make your way to the reserve. Be on the lookout for lizards, snakes, spiders, monkeys, and more.

Experience the vibrant and authentic side of Colombo! Join us for an exclusive journey off the beaten path, where you'll meet locals, explore bustling neighborhoods, and discover hidden gems. Along the way, enjoy delicious stops that highlight the city's flavors. This is your chance to uncover Colombo’s true spirit through its people and unique places.

Enter the Land of Elephants as you go on a 3-hour Udawalawe National Park Safari! Search for sightings of the giants of the animal world in the plains and grasslands of this Sri Lankan National Park. Explore the Udawalawe Reserve for a glimpse into the lives of the local wildlife. Get your bird-watching binoculars ready to catch sight of a number of endemic and migratory birds. If you are a butterfly enthusiast, know that the park is a haven for you too. This is a 3-hour break in a wonderland of wildlife!

Encounter a whole range of amazing Sri Lankan wildlife on this Maduru Oya National Park safari. Only 300 kilometers from Colombo, take the chance to see majestic Asian elephants, leopards, sloth bears, wild buffalo, the purple-faced leaf monkey and many more species as you travel through the park. This is a wonderful opportunity to experience the rich natural beauty of Sri Lanka.

Seize the opportunity to see whales in their natural habitat on this whale-watching cruise from Mirissa. Board a comfortable double-decker boat and motor into the Indian Ocean to look for these marine mammals in the wild. Watch for blue, killer, sperm, and pilot whales; look for dolphins, turtles, and flying fish; and gain insight from on-board guides as you sail. Mirissa pickup and drop-off by tuk-tuk is included.

Nature-loving travelers will enjoy a private full-day safari tour in Udawalawe National Park. After a handy pickup from your Ella hotel, embark on a comfortable Jeep safari in the sanctuary. Look out for elephants, sloth bears, leopards, and crocodiles, among other birds and animals. Learn more about the park and its inhabitants from your guide. At the end of the day, transfer back to your hotel.

Breeze around three Sri Lanka attractions in one fun and easy adventure on this tuk-tuk tour from Tangalle. Swap the headache of cabs or buses for this convenient small-group tour to see the elaborately painted Dhowa Rock Temple, the amazing Paradise Hummanaya Blowhole, and the gargantuan Big Buddha at Dikwella’s Wewurukannala Vihara Temple. Choose to visit just the Rock Temple or cover all three sights on a morning or afternoon tour, with hotel pickup and drop-off handily included.

Learn about the history and culture of Colombo, Sri Lanka's capital city, on this half-day private tour. Visit key landmarks including the Old Parliament building, Vihara Buddhist Temple, and St Lucia's Cathedral to learn more about the unique history and culture of Sri Lanka. Enjoy personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this private tour, including private hotel transportation, for just you and your party.

Famed as one of the world’s best places for spotting elephants in the wild, Udawalawe National Park is a highlight of any Sri Lanka trip. But there’s no need to spend the night to see these majestic creatures. Skip the self-drive stress on this private tour, with 2-way transfers from your hotel, a 3-hour guided Jeep safari, and lunch. Please note: entrance fees are at your own expense.

Experience Udawalawe National Park with ease and perhaps spot elephants with this private safari tour. Depart from your local accommodation in a private vehicle and make your way to the national park. Ride through the park in a four-wheel drive jeep and try to see the abundant wildlife that lives in the park.

Cut through the confusion of Colombo’s legendary street food by tasting your way through the city on a private food tour. A local host leads you through a popular market and shows you where locals love to eat, drinks, and shop. Eight food tastings and two drink samples are included so you can taste the flavors of the city for yourself and leave with insider tips on where to eat.

The Golden Temple of Dambulla and the Ancient City of Sigiriya are two of Sri Lanka’s most impressive UNESCO World Heritage sites and this private tour from Kandy visits both in one day. Climb the dramatic rock fortress of Sigiriya, tuck into a delicious curry lunch (own expense), then explore the Buddhist cave complex of Dambulla with its gigantic rock-carved Buddha.

Galle is one of Sri Lanka’s most stunning cities, but covering the highlights in a single day can prove challenging without private transportation. Ideal for travelers short on time, this full-day, small-group excursion from Colombo includes door-to-door transfers. Visit a turtle hatchery, sail along the Madu River (own expense), and tick off top historical sights like the Galle Fort Lighthouse and Clock Tower.

Discover sights and tastes of Colombo during this full-day city tour. Cover ground quickly in an air-conditioned vehicle and see city landmarks including Gangaramaya Temple, the National Museum of Colombo, and the Old Parliament Building. Relax over an elegant afternoon tea at the Galle Face Hotel.

Have a seat in a first-class tuk tuk with a dedicated guide for a private tour of Colombo. You'll travel efficiently through the city, weaving through traffic to see the maximum number of sights in a single day. This overview is great for first-time visitors, and your guide can focus on sites and narrative that interest you. Stops can include the Pettah market, the Galle Face Green, Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist temple, and others.

Explore the historical sites of Sigiriya and Dambulla with ease on this full-day private tour. Depart from your Colombo hotel in a private vehicle with a driver and make your way to Sigiriya Rock. Admire the architecture and frescoes as well as the massive lion-shaped gateway. Then continue on to the rock cave temple at Dambulla before returning to your hotel.

Without driving yourself—something not recommended to visitors to Sri Lanka—visiting Dambulla, Sigiriya, and Minneriya National Park in a day from Kandy is impossible. This private tour makes it easy: with a personal driver-guide to explain the sights and scenery, and comfortable private minivan transport. Explore Dambulla’s icon-filled caves, view Sigiriya rocktop ruins, and enjoy a 4x4 safari to see Minneriya’s elephants or a local village tour.

Travel through Sri Lanka like a local—by train—to take in the sights on your journey. Departing from Kandy, the journey to Badulla (Ella) is considered one of the country's most scenic journeys and departs twice per day to fit your schedule. Second or third class tickets include reserved seats.

Experience the charms of Galle and Sri Lanka’s southwest coast on a day trip from Colombo, with an expert driver-guide. View endangered turtles at the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery; see the stilt fishermen at Weligama; and explore UNESCO-listed Galle Fort, where 17th-century ramparts enclose colonial buildings, museums, and shops. Learn about Galle’s maritime history, and visit Talwatte's simple-but-moving Tsunami Photo Museum to chart the impact of the 2004 disaster. Before returning to Colombo, enjoy lunch and discover Bentota Beach.

Visit two UNESCO World Heritage sites, the Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Golden Temple of Dambulla, on this private day trip with a personal guide—a must-do activity when visiting Sri Lanka. You’re chauffeured in the comfort of your own vehicle for the drive from Negombo, Colombo, Kalutara, Kandy, or Mount Lavinia. Climb the fifth-century fortress on a sightseeing tour and, after lunch, tour the impressive cave temple and marvel at its Buddha statues.

Nature-loving travelers will enjoy a fun, active day tour to some of Sri Lanka’s most beautiful waterfalls. After a hotel pickup, take a scenic train, then hike through rainforest, tea fields, and villages to reach the waterfalls. The hike can be challenging but you’ll be rewarded with impressive views and a refreshing swim at Lanka Ella Falls. Also check out Sri Lanka’s highest waterfall, the impressive Bambarakanda Falls.

Bundala National Park may be known for its birds—some 200 species use this spot as migratory grounds—but this less-touristed national park also boasts something else: crowd-free safaris. On this private tour, follow your guide’s keen eye across incredible landscapes, scouting for wild creatures from cormorants and kingfishers to elephants, monkeys, and golden jackals.

One of the best parks in the country for sighting elephants, Udawalawe National Park also gives the chance to spot water buffalo, foxes, and even leopards. Visit in a 4x4 for half a day or a full day according to your schedule. This private tour also includes a visit to the Elephant Transit Home, where you’ll be able to see the baby elephants at feeding time.

Keep your eyes peeled for jungle cats, foxes, mongooses, water buffalo, and much more on this private, guided tour to Udawalawe National Park. Your naturalist guide knows their stuff about Sri Lankan wildlife, so feel free to ask any questions you have. Your 4x4 vehicle, snacks, and safari are all taken care of for you, but bring some extra cash for entry tickets to the national park.