All Inclusive Private Safari in Minneriya National Park

Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka

4 hours to 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Sri Lanka’s Minneriya National Park attracts wild elephants year-round, especially during the July-September dry season. Maximize your chances of seeing herds around its ancient reservoir on this private afternoon-and-early-evening safari. Traverse scrub, wetlands, and forests aboard a private 4WD with a driver/tracker scouting out viewpoints; watch for elephants, wild deer, buffalo, lizards, and more. Hotel transfers from Habarana and nearby towns are included.

See wild elephants and other animals on a private Minneriya safari drive
Ride a private 4WD with a driver-tracker to find the best viewing spots
Spot elephants year-round, including gatherings at the tank (July-September)
Includes entrance tickets and hotel transfers from nearby towns

What's Included

Transportation by a Luxury 4WD Safari Jeep
Service of an Experienced driver/tracker
Bottled water
Soft Drinks
Free Hotel pickup and drop-off from/to Habarana, Sigiriya, Dambulla and Kandalama Hotels
All taxes, fees and handling charges

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to your preferred meeting point, or request pickup.

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Pickup details

We pick up from any hotel in Habarana,Sigiriya or Dambulla

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Dress code is casual

Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.6

based on 27 reviews

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An unforgettable elephant safari at Minneriya!

Veronica_M, Jun 2026

Absolutely amazing experience from start to finish. The company was incredibly well-organised , punctual, professional, and full of lovely small touches that made it feel special, like a refreshing pineapple stop along the way. Seeing the elephants in their natural habitat was breathtaking. Highly recommend, these guys really know how to do it right!

It was great, We saw...

Graeme_H, Jul 2025

It was great, We saw plenty of wildlife. So many elephants, the most we've seen in a game park. Overall our guide was great and his commentary was very helpful. We enjoyed the whole trip from pick up, to back at our hotel.

A fantastic experience!

Kaitlin_S, Apr 2024

Guide was incredibly helpful and explained things really well. We were lucky enough to see a large herd of elephants and the guide went out of his way to facilitate this. Removing one star as unfortunately one of the seats in the jeep was broken, which meant the chair back did not stay upright. Otherwise, was a fantastic experience.

Good guide, lots of elephants

andznicmsncom, Sep 2023

Our driver picked us up on time from our home stay in Sigiriya. He was very friendly guide. My wife and I like birding, the guide was very knowledgeable on birds and animals. We were given water a d at the end of the safari he gave us some fresh water melon. We were also kept upto date on our safari by the company before the date. Over all very good experience.