Connected to the Wild, Private Tour

Description

Join this eleven-day exciting adventure in an earthy paradise. Discover a wild world hidden in the Sri Lanka National Parks, witness lush landscapes, and marvel at rich biodiversity through safari, walking and cycling tours.  

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Wilpattu National Park: many species of animals can be witnessed within the territories of Wilpattu National Park and among these, the Sri Lankan sloth bear takes a prominent place.

Minneriya National Park: spanning over 8,800 hectares, the is located alongside the vast, renovated Minneriya Rainwater Reservoir. 

Kaudulla National Park: this enchanting national park nurtures 24 species of mammals out of which the most prominent one is the Sri Lankan elephant.

Gaol Oya National Park: The morning hours are perfect to observe the breathtaking beauty of the many flocks of birds here. Keep your cameras ready to capture sensational shots!

Yala National Park: this mesmerizing destination has one of the highest leopard densities in the world, so your chances of spotting these apex predators roaming stealthily in their natural habitats will remain quite high.

Included

TOUR GUIDE:

  • Operated with English-speaking chauffeur-guide, other languages upon booking of the optional extra

ACCOMMODATION:

  • 10 night’s accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1 Negombo

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel J Negombo or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Jetwing Sea Hotel or similar 4*

Day 2 Wilpattu

Standard Hotel Category = Big Game Camp Wilpattu or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Big Game Camp Wilpattu or similar 4*

Day 3 Anuradhapura

Standard Hotel Category = Rajarata Hotel or similar 3* 

Superior Hotel Category = Forest Rock Garden or similar 4*

Day 4, 5 Habarana

Standard Hotel Category = Oak Ray Elephant Lake or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Habarana Village by Cinnamon or similar 4*

Day 6, 7 Gal Oya

Standard Hotel Category = Gal Oya Lodge or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Gal Oya Lodge or similar 4*

Day 8, 9 Tissamaharama

Standard Hotel Category = Oak Ray Wild or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Ekho Safari or similar 4*

Day 10 Colombo

Standard Hotel Category = Fairway Colombo or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Radisson Colombo or similar 4*

MEALS:

  • 10 Breakfasts 
  • 4 Lunches (Day 5, 6, 7, 8) (5 remaining lunches available upon an additional cost, full-board extra)
  • 10 Dinners (Seafood dinner at Negombo, BBQ dinner at Wilpattu, farewell dinner at Colombo)

TRANSPORT:

  • Arrival and departure private transfer from/to Bandaranaike International Airport
  • Private transportation in an air-conditioning vehicle throughout the tour 

ENTRANCE FEES & ACTIVITIES:

  • All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Wilpattu National Park, Wilpattu National Park Jeep Safari (Day 2 & 3); Anuradhapura Ancient Kingdom, Bicycle ride at Anuradhapura (Day 3); Hiriwadunna Village Trek (Day 4); Minneriya National Park, Minneriya National Park Jeep Safari (Day 4 & 5); Kaudulla National Park, Kaudulla National Park Jeep Safari (Day 5), Gal Oya National Park, Gal Oya National Park Jeep Safari & Boat Ride (Day 6 & 7); Yala National Park (Day 9)

OTHER:

  • Meet & Greet
  • Government taxes 

Excluded

  • Visa fees
  • Domestic flights 
  • International flights 
  • Lunches, available upon an additional cost (full-board extra)
  • Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
  • Visits to wildlife parks will be at client's own risk. Safari vehicles (none air-conditioned) available are very basic with basic insurance cover (not comprehensive as in the case of vehicles used for tours)
  • The guide is not available for the departure day
  • Optional tours (if any)
  • City tax not included, payable on the spot
  • Any visit not mentioned in the program
  • Porterage and gratuities  
  • Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
  • Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
  • Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.

Know before you go

Visitors of both genders have to wear decent clothing to cover the body appropriately when visiting religious places and shorts and sleeveless tops are not acceptable. This rule is strictly adhered to at all religious sites especially the Sacred Bo Tree and Stupas in Anuradhapura and the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy. Visitors should remove hats, caps, shoes and slippers when entering buildings and sites with religious monuments. Most of these places have a secure facility at the entrance for visitors to leave behind shoes and slippers for a very small fee.

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