Top Sri Lanka Tickets & Passes - page 27

We will pick you up from your accommodation at 9 am before heading to Negombo/Colombo, a small but important city which is popular with tourists due to its paradise beaches. The recommended itinerary for the private tour includes a visit to the Negombo Lagoon, from where you will admire fantastic views of the whole city and enjoy a pleasant walk along its idyllic shores. We will also discover St. Anne's Church, one of the most historic landmarks in the whole city, situated among lush tropical vegetation. You even have the opportunity to interact with the locals and witness their day to day life at the bustling Fish Market. Next, we head to the Angurukaramulla Temple, one of the most important Buddhist sanctuaries in all of Sri Lanka. There we will stop in front of the huge Buddha statue that presides over the entrance, to admire its colorful structure and design.

The Pidurangala & Hiriwadunna Village Tour from Kandy combines adventure, culture, and authentic rural life into one unforgettable day. Begin your journey early with a pick-up from your hotel in Kandy, travelling through scenic countryside towards Sigiriya. Your first stop is the Pidurangala Rock, an ancient monastery and a lesser-known neighbour of Sigiriya, offering a rewarding climb and breathtaking panoramic views of the iconic Lion Rock and its lush surroundings. After descending, continue to the charming Hiriwadunna Village, where a guided village experience immerses you in traditional Sri Lankan life. Enjoy a bullock cart ride, a peaceful catamaran journey across the lake, and a home-cooked village lunch served with genuine hospitality. Learn about local farming and cooking traditions as you interact with villagers. In the afternoon, relax on your return drive to Kandy, reflecting on a day filled with culture, nature, and warm local encounters.

Pick you up from the hotel in Sigiriya or Dambulla Ater the breakfast we take you to Pidurangala situated in Sigiriya before sunrise.. Once you reach the top you will have the best seat in the house (the whole of Sigiriya) for not only the sunrise but also for Sigiriya Rock. The sun doesn’t rise directly over the Sigiriya Rock but it was still a beautiful way to start the morning watching the sun light up the valley. After having your lunch we take you to Hiriwadunna, a village where trees outnumber people and enjoy a trek across natural trails, a catamaran boat trip and a bullock cart ride.Also you will be able to see the views of Sigiriya in the distance. Upon reaching the shore you will be escorted to the house of a village local where your authentic Sri Lankan lunch will be cooked from freshly grown produce. You will also climb to a tree house which is used as a watch. End of the day take you back to the hotel Highlights ❖ Pidurangala viharaya ❖ Boat Trip ❖ Bullock cart ride

Our driver will pick you up at 8: 00 am in the hotel in Colombo after breakfast. Leave for Kalutara to explore the Kalutara Temple. Visit the temple. you can have a hunch After having lunch we take you to Lunuganga Estate, take a visit there. By the end of the day, we take you to the Back of your hotel.

Embark on an unforgettable adventure to Yala National Park, one of Sri Lanka's most iconic wildlife reserves, starting right from your hotel in Ella. Your day begins early with a convenient pick-up at 5:00 AM, ensuring you make the most of your wildlife experience. By 6:00 AM, you'll arrive at Yala National Park, ready to explore its diverse landscapes and encounter a wide array of wildlife. A moderate 4x4 jeep, designed for comfort and rugged terrain, will be your vehicle for the safari, offering the perfect balance of safety and adventure. As you journey through the park, keep your eyes peeled for sightings of elephants, leopards, crocodiles, and a rich variety of bird species. Yala is renowned for its high concentration of leopards, making it one of the best places in the world to spot these elusive big cats. After an exciting morning of wildlife exploration, you'll be comfortably driven back to Ella, with a drop-off at your hotel.

This safari takes you on an exclusive ride through the Minneriya National Park which is highly famed for its elephants and wildlife. The three-tour options allow you to select whether you wish to watch wildlife during their morning activities, evening activities or even throughout the day.

Wasgamuwa National Park is a haven for many species of flora and displaced fauna. Nature lovers find Wasgamuwa interesting with its high biodiversity.

Famed for leopards, Yala National Park is also home to crocodiles, elephants, sloth bears, and aquatic birds. Get a close-up view of nature in the wild on this private safari with an experienced driver-cum-tracker who knows the animals’ habits well—from an open-sided safari Jeep that’s tailormade for photography. Choose between three different lengths of safari and upgrade to include park entrance tickets: All packages include 2-way transfers from Tissamaharama hotels.

This safari takes you on a wonderful wildlife experience in Lahugala National Park. Get a chance to see the elusive Sri Lankan Leopard. Drive past grazing wild elephants. Glue your eyes to your binoculars to identify the hundreds of aquatic birds that nest at the reserve. Feel that rhythm of nature in the movements and colors of the wildlife you get to see.

The 2nd Kumbal Perahera is the second part of the Kandy Esala Perahera in Sri Lanka, continuing the religious rituals and cultural celebrations. It features decorated elephants, traditional dance and drumming performances, and prayers to honor the sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha. While more traditional and less elaborate than the later Randoli Perahera, it still plays a vital role in the festival, uniting people in spiritual devotion and cultural pride. This segment contributes to the overall significance of the Kandy Esala Perahera, which is a major national event.

The 1st Randoli Perahera is the beginning of the main and most grand phase of the Esala Perahera in Kandy, Sri Lanka. It takes place in Kandy and is part of the festival held at the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. This procession is more elaborate than the Kumbal Perahera, featuring richly decorated elephants, traditional Kandyan dancers, drummers, fire performers, and the Sacred Tooth Relic casket being carried in a highly ceremonial procession. The 1st Randoli Perahera marks the start of the peak celebrations, with increasing grandeur and larger crowds in the following nights.

The Kandy Esala Perahera (Day 09) is the grand finale of Sri Lanka's most celebrated festival, held annually in Kandy to honor the Sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha. This day features the most magnificent procession, with a richly adorned elephant carrying the relic, traditional dancers, drummers, torchbearers, and fire-eaters, all showcasing Sri Lanka’s cultural heritage. The procession travels through Kandy's streets, and the event includes religious rituals and prayers for blessings, rain, and good harvests. The closing ceremony features the Water Cutting Ceremony, symbolizing purification. The Perahera blends Buddhist and Hindu traditions and has deep cultural and historical significance, drawing both locals and international visitors. Day 09 is a grand spectacle and a symbol of religious unity, marking the end of the festival with a powerful display of devotion and pageantry.

Kumbal Perahera On the sixth night, the Kumbal Perahera begins and continues for five days. Initially, the Devale Perahera assembles in front of the Temple of the Tooth. The emblems placed on the ransivige (a dome-like structure) is accompanied by the Basnayake Nilames (the lay custodians of the Devales). Drummers and dancers will be seen in all these Peraheras. For the next five nights, the “Devale Peraheras” take place within the premises of the four Devales with the priest of each Devale taking the pole every evening, accompanied by music and drumming, flag and canopy bearers, spearman and the Ran Ayudha, the sacred insignia of the Gods. The following important times are announced by the firing of cannonballs, which can be heard all across Kandy. • The commencement of the Devale Perahera • The commencement of the Dalada Maligawa Perahera • The completion of the Perahera

Avoid waiting in lines to purchase your entrance ticket to the Minneriya National Park and enjoy a hassle-free start to your safari. Purchasing the park entrance ticket has never been this easy.

This tour takes you from your hotel in Sigiriya to Wilpattu National Park on a guided jeep safari. Get a chance to catch sight of the elusive Sri Lankan Leopard. Photograph a number of endemic and threatened wildlife within their natural habitats. Enjoy an excellent picnic lunch within the park, surrounded by nature. This is a rare opportunity to experience Sri Lanka at its wildest.

This safari takes you on a wonderful wildlife experience in Yala National Park, the second-largest national park in Sri Lanka. Get a chance to see the elusive Sri Lankan Leopard and wild elephants. Glue your eyes to your binoculars to identify the hundreds of aquatic birds that nest at the reserve. Feel that rhythm of nature in the movements and colors of the wildlife you get to see.

This tour takes you on a joyride through Bundala Bird Park - a haven for migratory waterbirds. You will be traveling through a Ramsar Wetland to see the colorful birdlife that wing their way to Sri Lanka for winter. Eager butterfly enthusiasts will find the safari a journey of discovery.

Hop on to powerful four-wheeler and experience the ATV Discovery in Flying Ravana site in Ella, a spectacular destination for all sorts of adventure sports, another hip breakthrough by the amazing Flying Ravana Adventure crew, introducing ATV Sri Lanka.

Leave left-side driving to your private chauffeur/guide as you relax on the 3.5-hour drive to Sigiriya, a fifth-century rock fortress that’s recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After exploring the citadel’s many wonders with your guide, travel to the Minneriya National Park, known for its expansive population of wild elephants, and admire these majestic animals. Finally, return to your Negombo hotel.

This half-day tour takes you on an exciting ATV ride to two of Sri Lanka's most spectacular rock formation viewpoints.

In this all-inclusive tour package, we provide a reliable experienced driver and a good-quality luxury car or van. You can explore the amazing city in which Kings ruled the central plains of Sri Lanka from Polonnaruwa 800 years ago, when it was a thriving commercial and religious center. The glories of that age can be found in the archaeological treasures that still give a pretty good idea of how the city looked in its heyday. After lunch, enjoy an Incredible Jeep Safari at the Minneriya National Park. It is home to the most exotic range of flora and fauna, birds and animals amongst the wildlife parks in Sri Lanka.

Wipattu is the best place to visit and view leopards. . Wilpattu National Park is a park located on the island of Sri Lanka. The unique feature of this park is the existence of "Willus" - Natural, sand-rimmed water basins or depressions that fill with rainwater. Located in the Northwest coast lowland dry zone of Sri Lanka Did you know: Annual temperature in the Park is around 27.2 Celsius and its annual rainfall is approximately 1000

People who go to Udawalawe national park go for one reason, the elephants. Along with Minneriya National park, Udawalawe is the best place to see the large majestic mammals in Sri Lanka. The reason for this is the large man-made lake that is permanently present in Udawalawe. What makes Udawalawe special is that the elephants very often come very close to the vehicles, maybe the best overall experience, with elephants, Sri Lanka has to offer.

Embark on the Best of Sri Lanka 8-day all-inclusive tour and uncover the island's most stunning attractions. From the majestic Sigiriya Rock, to the wildlife-rich Minneriya National Park this tour promises an adventure-filled journey. Explore the ancient Dambulla Cave Temple and the sacred Temple of the Tooth, along with a visit to a traditional Spice Garden. Take in breathtaking views from the Kandy View Point and relax at the serene Royal Botanical Garden. Experience the beauty of Ramboda Falls and enjoy a scenic Nanuoya to Ella Train Ride, marvel at the Nine Arches Bridge, hike to the top of Little Adam's Peak, and witness the Ravana Falls. Unwind at Unawatuna Beach, visit the Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project, and explore the historic city of Galle with its Stilt Fishermen. Conclude your journey in the bustling metropolis of Colombo. This all-inclusive tour ensures luxurious accommodations, guided tours, and unforgettable memories of Sri Lanka's most iconic destinations.