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Private Jeep Safari at Minneriya National Park to Visit Elephants

Attention: According to the current weather conditions, Kaudulla NP and Minneriya NP are the best options at this time. You can see a huge number of elephants in the afternoon and a slightly smaller number of elephants in the morning. If you want to avoid the crowd and heat, select the morning safari. Select the afternoon safari to see a huge number of elephants. Are you ready for an amazing adventure on a private jeep safari at Minneriya National Park? Get set for an unforgettable experience! We'll pick you up from your preferred location and head straight to one of the three incredible parks: Minneriya National Park, Kaudulla National Park, or Hurulu Eco-Park. Our expert guide will choose the best park for the day based on the weather conditions, ensuring you get the best wildlife viewing experience. You might see elephants, deer, and various beautiful birds. But that's not all! You'll learn all about the wildlife and their natural habitat while enjoying the beautiful scenery.

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Private Jeep Safari at Minneriya National Park to Visit Elephants

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(400)

from $35

Price varies by group size

Udawalawe National Park | Private Safari Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(1,790)

from $25

Price varies by group size

Full day safari - Janaka safari jeep tours

Full day Safari - Yala National Park - 04.30 am to 06.00 pm with - Janaka safari

12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(660)

from $13

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2h Bentota River Safari: Crocodiles, Monkeys, Mangrove & more

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Fully immerse yourself in Udawalawe National Park on this private full-day tour. Beat planning overwhelm with this all-inclusive package, with your activities, lunch, transportation and entry fees all sorted for you. Enjoy the opportunity to see elephants and other local wildlife as you explore the national park and the nearby Elephant Transit Home facility. A great activity for animals lovers.

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Udawalawe Safari DayTrip frm Bentota/Kalutara/Ahungalla/Hikkaduwa

10 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(82)

from $115

Price varies by group size

Snorkeling with Turtles in Mirissa

1 hourFree Cancellation

5.0

(291)

from $25

In the area of Pigeon Island, 1 km from the diving base, you’ll see colorful corals, Eels, small groups of different fish or colorful drawn Boxfish. Let yourself drift while iridescent Parrot Fish and Damselfish pass slowly. Filigree Lined Sweetlips Fish standing elegantly in the flow, Butterfly Fish and Banner fish dancing before the dark blue curtain of the sea. With some luck you have encounters with turtles, various species of ray or even Blacktip Reef Sharks there.

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Snorkeling Trip to Pigeon Island

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(45)

from $42

Price varies by group size

Yala National Park Safari Tours - Half Day & Full Day

Yala National Park’s forest, grassland, marshes, and beaches are home to elephants, leopards, sloth bears, and more. Give this spacious environment the time it deserves on this private safari package that lasts almost twice as long as many other tours. Your guide will collect you and drop you at hotels in Yala, Kirinda, Tissamaharama, Kataragama, Debarawewa, Sithulpawwa, and Weerawila, but park entry tickets are at your own expense.

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Yala National Park Safari Tours - Half Day & Full Day

7 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(148)

from $25

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of Kandy, Sri Lanka’s heritage hub. Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, explore the Royal Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya, and admire scenic viewpoints overlooking the city. Discover vibrant markets, colonial architecture, and traditional crafts such as gem cutting, batik making, and wood carving. This flexible city tour covers all major attractions in Kandy, but within the 8-hour duration, travelers can select up to eight preferred sites, including temples, gardens, museums, and cultural centers. For those short on time, half-day tour options are also available, offering a personalized experience guided by friendly local experts. Enjoy the perfect blend of history, culture, and nature in one unforgettable day in Sri Lanka’s hill capital.

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Kandy City Tour By Best Guide Lanka Tours

8 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(88)

from $5

Minneriya National Park Wildlife & Elephant Safari from Sigiriya

Elephant Safari – Minneriya, Kaudulla & Hurulu Eco Park Embark on an exciting jeep safari through Minneriya, Kaudulla, or Hurulu Eco Park, where you can witness majestic elephants roaming freely in their natural habitat. Depending on the season, we take you to the park with the best elephant sightings. Along the way, spot deer, monkeys, peacocks, crocodiles, and a variety of birds. Our expert guides ensure a safe and immersive experience, exploring the park’s diverse landscapes. Travel in a comfortable 4x4 jeep and enjoy an unforgettable wildlife adventure. Book your safari now for an up-close encounter with Sri Lanka’s giants!

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Minneriya National Park Wildlife & Elephant Safari from Sigiriya

3 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(40)

from $33

Price varies by group size

Halpewatte Tea Plantation Tour in Ella, Sri Lanka

Our operations start around 8.00 a.m. and go until 4.30 p.m. Between those times, you can come and take your tour. Also, one tour normally takes around 40 minutes to 1 hour to complete. When taking the plantation tour, you must participate in the tea-picking session. Before the session, we performed the customary worship of Lord Ganesh at a small kovil close to the plantation. You will also receive your basket to harvest tea, as well as a small mottu. If you decide to take part in the tea plucking activity, you could perhaps wear the customary tea plucker attire of a wraparound saree or sarong. Relax amidst the breathtaking views of endless greenery, tea estates, and surrounding countryside at our Sky Café from a mountain top of 300m above ground/1300m above sea level. Indulge in a unique tea-tasting experience and discover how and why Ceylon tea comes in different grades and flavors to suit diverse palettes worldwide.

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Halpewatte Tea Plantation Tour in Ella, Sri Lanka

1 hourFree Cancellation

4.8

(403)

from $10

Special Leopard safari - Janaka safari Jeep tours

Yala National Park in Sri Lanka is home to hundreds of animal species, but this special safari focuses on the elusive leopard. Join a small group and venture out in the early morning in search of the spotted cat. While you drive around, you may also see other animals such as elephants, sloth bears, peacocks, snakes, and several bird species. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

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Special leopard & Elephants safari - Yala - 04.30 am to 11.30 am

7 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(215)

from $8

GO WILD! Double Safari Day Trip (Yala & Udawalawe) - Private & All Inclusive

Two National Parks. Two Safaris. One Unforgettable Wildlife Adventure! Have you ever explored two National Parks in a single day? Here’s your chance to explore two of Sri Lanka’s most famous National Parks – Yala & Udawalawe – in one unforgettable wildlife adventure! Enjoy two thrilling safaris, discover stunning natural landscapes, and chance of spotting elephants, leopards, deer, exotic birds, and many other wild animals in their natural habitats. Attractions & Activities: • Udawalawe National Park Safari • Visit Elephant Transit Home • Yala National Park Safari Inclusions: • Pickup & Drop-off • Private Return Transportation with an Experienced Driver-Guide • All Entry Fees • Private Safari Jeeps • Well experienced Safari Drivers • Lunch • Bottled Water Exclusions : • Breakfast • Drinks • Tips This is an All Inclusive Package & No hidden cost applied.

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GO WILD! Double Safari Day Trip (Yala & Udawalawe) - Private & All Inclusive

13 to 17 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(27)

from $210

Price varies by group size

Yala National Park Wildlife Safari/ Game Drive - by Ajith Safari

Tick off Yala National Park’s highlights on a morning, afternoon, or full-day 4-wheel-drive safari, timed to include the precious dawn or dusk “golden hours.” Your driver–guide transports you to the park, then searches for Yala’s “big three”—leopards, sloth bears, and elephants. Don’t risk scaring the animals away as you tour in a small vehicle. Full-day tours may include a Sri Lankan lunch.

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Yala National Park Wildlife Safari/ Game Drive - by Ajith Safari

4 to 14 hoursFree Cancellation

4.5

(397)

from $18

Price varies by group size

Minneriya National Park Private Jeep Safari with Expert Guide

Experience an unforgettable elephant jeep safari in Minneriya, Kaudulla, or Hurulu Eco Park, home to Sri Lanka’s famous wild elephants. Depending on the season, we select the park with the best elephant sightings, giving you the highest chance to see large herds roaming freely in their natural habitat. During the safari, spot deer, monkeys, peacocks, crocodiles, and a wide variety of birds while exploring beautiful grasslands, lakes, and forest landscapes. Travel in a comfortable 4x4 jeep with an experienced local guide who ensures safety, wildlife knowledge, and the best viewing locations. This immersive wildlife adventure is perfect for nature lovers, families, and photographers. Book now for a close and responsible encounter with Sri Lanka’s gentle giants

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Minneriya National Park Private Jeep Safari with Expert Guide

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(54)

from $38

Price varies by group size

Bentota River Safari By BTM (Mangrove & Wildlife Encounter)

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(114)

from $32

Price varies by group size

Kumana National Park Half Day Jeep Safari

visit to the Kumana National Park is a must-do activity when you holiday at Arugam Bay and we are delighted to organize half-day Kumana National Park safari tours during the outbreak of the morning sun and at the peak of the afternoon heat which you can choose from as you wish. No matter what time you choose, you will be gracefully picked up from and dropped back at your hotel at Arugam Bay showing you the best of the national park that covers a massive area of land of 35,664 hectares. A special feature here is that an area of about 200 hectares is allocated just for the sole purpose of bird watching during the months of May and June, where you could see several different species of birds that fly here to hibernate. This is also one of the reasons why exploring the Kuman National Park is one of the most popular activities amongst both local and foreign tourists to the area.

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Kumana National Park Half Day Jeep Safari

4 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(57)

from $94

Price varies by group size

Enjoy an action-packed day zooming around the sights of Negombo in a custom tuk-tuk or scooter on this fun city tour. Close to the airport and the capital, Colombo, Negombo is a beautiful waterfront city with a complex history as a trading post and fortification. Shaped by ancient kingdoms and colonizers alike, you’ll dig deeper into the history of the city as you explore old fortresses, temples, churches, and beaches, and enjoy an optional boat trip on the lagoon.

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Negombo City Tour by Tuk Tuk

4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(44)

from $25

The park is 1,317 square kilometers (131, 693 hectares) and ranges from 0 to 152 meters above sea level. Nearly one hundred and six lakes (Willu) and tanks are found spread throughout Wilpattu. Wilpattu is the largest and one of the oldest National Parks in Sri Lanka. Wilpattu is among the top national parks world-renowned for its leopard (Panthera pardus kotiya) population. A remote camera survey was conducted in Wilpattu from July to October 2015 by the Wilderness & Wildlife Conservation Trust. A sample of forty nine individual leopards were photo-captured in the surveyed area and the core area density was between that of Yala National Park's Block I and Horton Plains National Park.

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Wilpattu National Park Safari | Jeep with Tickets

4 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(157)

from $95

Price varies by group size

Udawalawe Safari Day Trip with Return Transport - All Inclusive

Discover the wild side of Sri Lanka on a thrilling Udawalawe National Park safari. Enjoy hassle-free pick-up and drop-off from your hotel & explore the park by 4x4 jeep, spotting elephants, buffalo, crocodiles, deer, and diverse birdlife. A perfect one-day adventure for wildlife and nature lovers. (Private & All Inclusive Package) Tour Highlight: • Udawalawe Jeep Safari (3-3.5 Hours) • Visit Elephant Transit Home Inclusions • Hotel Pickup & Drop-off • Private Return Transportation (Air-Conditioned Vehicle) • All Entry Fees • Private Safari Jeep • Lunch • Bottled Water Exclusions • Drinks • Tips Key Points • Choose from Morning or Afternoon Safari • Pickup & Drop-off available from: Colombo, Mount Lavinia, Katunayake, Negombo, Waikkal, Galle, Unawatuna, Talpe, Koggala, Habaraduwa, Ahangama, Weligama, Mirissa, Matara, Dickwella, Hiriketiya, Tangalle, Ranna, Hambantota, Ella, Wellawaya, Udawalawe, Arugam Bay, Yala, Kirinda, Tissamaharama, Weerawila & Kataragma & nearby areas.

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Udawalawe Safari Day Trip with Return Transport - All Inclusive

9 to 13 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(41)

from $105

Price varies by group size

Minneriya National Park Half Day Private Safari With Expert Guide

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(305)

from $38

Price varies by group size

Night Hike to see Elusive & Rare Loris in Sigiriya

The Grey Slender Loris is both endangered and nocturnal, making it difficult for even the biggest nature lovers to ever encounter one. Get a chance to spot this elusive creature in the wild during a private, naturalist-guided nighttime walk in Pidurangala. Follow a special jungle trail that has been carefully curated to maximize potential sightings. Learn about the habits and history of the rainforest-dwelling animal along the way.

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Night Hike to see Elusive & Rare Loris in Sigiriya

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(55)

from $29

Price varies by group size

Yala National Park Safari - Private Tour

Organizing your own safari in Sri Lanka’s Yala National Park can be tricky. Skip hours of research and phone scrolling, and make everything easy with this private safari, complete with transfers from local hotels. Choose your preferred time slot and travel to the park by private vehicle. Then, enjoy a Jeep drive through the scrub and jungle looking for elephants, sloth bears, birds, and naturally, Yala’s often-elusive leopards. Park entry is included.

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Yala National Park Safari - Private Tour

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(15)

from $108

Price varies by group size

Full day / Half Day WildlifeAdventure in Yala-National-Park

Scout the forests and lagoons of Yala, Sri Lanka’s second-biggest national park, on a private safari tour, with local hotel transfers and admission included. Choose your preferred safari, join a driver-tracker in a luxe 4WD, and watch for leopards—Yala has one of the world’s highest densities of them—plus elephants, crocodiles, sloth bears, birds, and more. Upgrade for a full-day leopard-spotting or standard full-day safari, both with refreshments.

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Full day / Half Day WildlifeAdventure in Yala-National-Park

1 dayFree Cancellation

4.9

(264)

from $42

Price varies by group size

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Galle Fort

Dambulla Cave Temple (Golden Temple of Dambulla)

Gangaramaya Temple

Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa)

Udawalawe National Park

Galle Fort

Dambulla Cave Temple (Golden Temple of Dambulla)

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Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa)

Udawalawe National Park

Galle Fort

Dambulla Cave Temple (Golden Temple of Dambulla)

Gangaramaya Temple