Island Wilderness Expedition
8 Days Safari
7 Nights / 8 Days Sri Lanka Safari & Wildlife Tour Package
From
$1,650
USD / Person
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Group Size: Custom Group
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Tour Overview
Experience the best wildlife destinations in Sri Lanka with leopards, elephants, sloth bears, birdlife, scenic landscapes, and authentic nature experiences.
Package Quick Facts
Duration:
7 Nights / 8 Days
Location:
Negombo, Wilpattu, Sigiriya, Minneriya, Nuwara Eliya, Udawalawe, Yala, Galle
Best Season:
December – June (Yala & Udawalawe), February – October (Wilpattu), July – September (Minneriya)
Tour Type:
Wildlife & Safari Tour
Perfect For:
Wildlife Photographers, Nature Lovers, Couples, Families
What's Included
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Private transport with chauffeur guide
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Safari jeep charges and naturalist
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National park entrance tickets
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Hotel accommodation (Eco Lodge Boutique Hotel)
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Daily breakfast & dinner
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Airport pickup/drop-off
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Mineral water during tours
Recommended to Bring
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Binoculars
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Camera & Zoom Lenses
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Sun hat & Sunglasses
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Lightweight hiking shoes
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Insect repellent
Optional Add-ons: Luxury glamping safari camps, Birdwatching specialist guide, Photography safari, Whale watching in Mirissa, Camping experience, Mountain biking & trekking.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 – Airport Arrival → Negombo
Airport pickup and check-in to your beach hotel. Spend the afternoon relaxing, and embark on an evening lagoon or village tour.
Highlights:
- Airport pickup & transfer
- Beach hotel relaxation
- Evening lagoon/village tour
Overnight: Negombo
Day 2 – Negombo → Wilpattu National Park
Scenic drive to Wilpattu National Park followed by an afternoon jeep safari searching for leopards, sloth bears, spotted deer, and crocodiles.
Highlights:
- Wilpattu National Park drive
- Afternoon jeep safari
- Leopards & sloth bears tracking
Overnight: Near Wilpattu
Day 3 – Wilpattu → Sigiriya
Morning safari or nature walk. Afterward, travel to Sigiriya with options for a local village safari or Sigiriya Rock Fortress visit.
Highlights:
- Morning nature safari
- Sigiriya transfer
- Optional village safari or rock fortress visit
Overnight: Sigiriya
Day 4 – Minneriya / Kaudulla Elephant Safari
Embark on a jeep safari at Minneriya National Park or Kaudulla National Park. Witness "The Gathering" of wild elephants (seasonal).
Highlights:
- Minneriya/Kaudulla elephant safari
- Elephant "Gathering" observation
Overnight: Sigiriya
Day 5 – Sigiriya → Kandy → Nuwara Eliya
Scenic highland drive through tea plantations. Visit majestic waterfalls and viewpoints, with an optional tea factory visit.
Highlights:
- Highland tea country drive
- Waterfalls & panoramic viewpoints
- Optional tea factory tour
Overnight: Nuwara Eliya
Day 6 – Nuwara Eliya → Udawalawe National Park
Travel down to Udawalawe National Park. Go on an evening safari, famous for large elephant herds. Visit the Elephant Transit Home if time permits.
Highlights:
- Udawalawe evening safari
- Guaranteed elephant sightings
- Optional Elephant Transit Home visit
Overnight: Udawalawe
Day 7 – Yala National Park Safari
Early morning transfer to Yala National Park for a full-day safari experience. Yala is the premier destination to spot leopards, watch birds, and enjoy wildlife photography.
Highlights:
- Full-day Yala safari
- High leopard tracking chance
- Birdwatching & wildlife photography
Overnight: Near Yala
Day 8 – Galle → Airport Departure
Scenic coastal drive via Galle. Visit the historic Dutch Fort and southern beaches, followed by airport drop-off.
Highlights:
- Galle Dutch Fort walk
- Southern coast beaches visit
- Airport departure drop-off
Island Wilderness Expedition
15 Days Expedition
14 Nights / 15 Days — Sri Lanka Wildlife & Nature Expedition
From
$4,750
USD / Person
Duration: 15 Days / 14 Nights
Group Size: Custom Group
Difficulty: Moderate
Tour Overview
Experience the ultimate wildlife journey across Sri Lanka’s most famous national parks, rainforests, birding hotspots, mountains, and coastal wilderness areas. This expedition combines luxury safaris, birdwatching, jungle trekking, cultural landscapes, and beach relaxation.
Package Quick Facts
Duration:
14 Nights / 15 Days
Location:
Negombo, Wilpattu, Sigiriya, Minneriya/Kaudulla, Knuckles, Horton Plains, Ella, Yala, Bundala, Mirissa, Sinharaja
Best Season:
December to April (South & West), May to September (East Coast additions)
Tour Type:
Ultimate Wildlife & Nature Expedition
Wildlife Highlights:
Leopards, Asian Elephants, Sloth Bears, Blue Whales, Endemic Birds
What's Included
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Airport transfers
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Private luxury vehicle with English-speaking chauffeur guide
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Safari jeep charges
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National park entrance tickets
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Accommodation (Eco Lodge, Boutique Hotel, and Tented Safari Camp)
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Breakfast & dinner
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Trekking excursions
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Birdwatching activities
Recommended to Bring
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Binoculars & Camera
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Leech socks (for Sinharaja/Knuckles)
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Trekking boots
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Rain jacket / Poncho
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Swimwear for waterfall visits
This expedition covers diverse climates from warm dry-zone parks to cool, misty highlands and humid rainforests.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Arrival in Colombo → Negombo
Welcome to Negombo. Airport meet and greet, transfer to your beach resort. Relax, take an evening lagoon walk for birdwatching, and enjoy a sunset seafood dinner.
Highlights:
- Airport transfer
- Negombo beach resort stay
- Evening lagoon walk & birding
Overnight: Negombo Beach Resort
Day 2 — Negombo → Wilpattu National Park
Scenic drive to Wilpattu National Park. Go on an evening jeep safari to search for the Sri Lankan leopard, sloth bear, spotted deer, crocodiles, eagles, and owls.
Highlights:
- Wilpattu scenic transfer
- Evening jeep safari
- Spotting leopards & bears
Overnight: Luxury Safari Camp near Wilpattu
Day 3 — Full Day Wilpattu Safari
Explore Sri Lanka’s largest national park. Includes a morning safari, packed picnic breakfast in the wilderness, lake ecosystem exploration, afternoon safari drive, and wildlife photography session.
Highlights:
- Full-day safari drive
- Picnic breakfast in wilderness
- Lake ecosystem observation
Overnight: Wilpattu Safari Lodge
Day 4 — Wilpattu → Sigiriya
Travel to Sigiriya. Enjoy a village countryside experience, climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress (optional), and take an evening nature walk to spot ancient reservoirs, monkey troops, and tropical birds.
Highlights:
- Sigiriya transfer
- Optional Rock Fortress climb
- Evening countryside nature walk
Overnight: Sigiriya Eco Resort
Day 5 — Minneriya / Kaudulla Safari
Visit Minneriya National Park or Kaudulla National Park to experience the famous "Gathering" of hundreds of Asian elephants, alongside pelicans and painted storks.
Highlights:
- Minneriya/Kaudulla safari
- "The Gathering" elephant spectacle
- Pelicans & storks viewing
Overnight: Sigiriya
Day 6 — Sigiriya → Knuckles Mountains
Travel to the Knuckles Mountain Range for mountain trekking, waterfall exploration, cloud forest hiking, and birdwatching. Look for the purple-faced langur, endemic birds, butterflies, and reptiles.
Highlights:
- Knuckles range trek
- Waterfall exploration
- Spotting purple-faced langurs
Overnight: Mountain Eco Lodge
Day 7 — Knuckles Trekking & Exploration
Embark on a full-day trekking adventure in Knuckles. Trek to remote mountain villages, swim in natural pools, and explore pristine cloud forests with a picnic lunch.
Highlights:
- Village trail hike
- Natural waterfall swim
- Cloud forest exploration
Overnight: Mountain Eco Lodge
Day 8 — Knuckles → Nuwara Eliya → Horton Plains
Scenic tea country drive to Horton Plains National Park. Trek to World’s End precipice and Baker’s Falls, and enjoy high-altitude birding.
Highlights:
- Horton Plains World's End trek
- Baker's Falls visit
- High-altitude bird watching
Overnight: Nuwara Eliya Mountain Resort
Day 9 — Nuwara Eliya → Ella
Scenic train journey through tea plantations to Ella. Hike Little Adam’s Peak, visit the iconic Nine Arches Bridge, and capture sunset photography.
Highlights:
- Scenic highland train journey
- Little Adam’s Peak hike
- Nine Arches Bridge sunset
Overnight: Ella Nature Hotel
Day 10 — Ella → Yala National Park
Travel to Yala National Park. Go on an evening safari to track leopards, elephants, wild boar, buffalo, and crocodiles.
Highlights:
- Ella to Yala drive
- Evening leopard tracking safari
- Spotting elephants & buffaloes
Overnight: Tented Safari Camp
Day 11 — Full Day Yala Safari
A full wilderness exploration of Yala. Sunrise safari, packed bush breakfast, exploring birdwatching lagoons, and leopard territory.
Highlights:
- Sunrise safari & bush breakfast
- Lagoons birdwatching
- Leopard territory exploration
Overnight: Yala Tented Safari Camp
Day 12 — Yala → Bundala National Park → Mirissa
Visit Bundala National Park, famous for flamingos, migratory birds, and salt marsh ecosystems. Afterward, continue your drive to Mirissa beach.
Highlights:
- Bundala birdwatching
- Flamingos & migratory storks
- Coastal drive to Mirissa
Overnight: Beach Resort
Day 13 — Whale Watching in Mirissa
Indian Ocean marine adventure to spot blue whales, sperm whales, dolphins, and flying fish, followed by a relaxing beach afternoon.
Highlights:
- Blue Whale watching cruise
- Dolphins and marine life
- Beach relaxation
Overnight: Mirissa
Day 14 — Sinharaja Rainforest Expedition
Visit Sinharaja Forest Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Trek through primary rainforest, watch endemic birds and mixed-species feeding flocks, and spot the Sri Lanka Blue Magpie and Green Pit Viper.
Highlights:
- UNESCO Rainforest trek
- Endemic birdwatching
- Sri Lanka Blue Magpie spot
Overnight: Rainforest Eco Lodge
Day 15 — Departure
Transfer to Colombo Airport for your departure flight. Tour ends.
Highlights:
- Airport transfer
- Farewell
Island Wilderness Expedition
22 Days Grand Tour
Sri Lanka Wildlife, Adventure & Culture Expedition (21 Nights / 22 Days)
From
$6,300
USD / Person
Duration: 22 Days / 21 Nights
Group Size: Min 2 Pax
Difficulty: Challenging
Tour Overview
Discover the ultimate combination of wildlife safaris, mountain adventures, rainforest trekking, ancient culture, tea country, beaches, and authentic Sri Lankan experiences across the island.
Package Quick Facts
Duration:
21 Nights / 22 Days
Location:
Negombo, Wilpattu, Anuradhapura, Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Horton Plains, Ella, Arugam Bay, Kumana, Yala, Bundala, Mirissa, Sinharaja, Kitulgala, Colombo
Best Season:
Year-round (optimal routes scheduled per season)
Tour Type:
Grand Wildlife, Adventure & Culture Traverse
Ideal For:
Wildlife Lovers, Adventure Travelers, Honeymooners, Culture Explorers
What's Included
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Airport transfers
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Private transport in air-conditioned luxury vehicle
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English-speaking chauffeur guide
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Safari jeep charters
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Accommodation at eco lodges, tented camps, and boutique hotels
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Breakfast & dinner
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National park entrance fees
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Trekking & adventure activities
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Scenic Nanu Oya to Ella train tickets
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Whale watching excursion in Mirissa
Recommended to Bring
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Binoculars & camera equipment
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Hiking boots & water shoes
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Warm jacket for highlands
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Towel & swimwear (for rafting & canyoning)
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Leech socks
Please note: Price is USD 6,300 per person, Minimum 2 Pax.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Arrival in Colombo → Negombo
Airport pickup and transfer to your beach hotel in Negombo. Relax at the resort, take a sunset lagoon tour, and enjoy a seafood welcome dinner.
Highlights:
- Airport welcome & pickup
- Sunset lagoon tour
- Seafood welcome dinner
Overnight: Negombo Beach Resort
Day 2 — Negombo → Wilpattu National Park
Drive north to Wilpattu National Park. Go on an evening safari tracking leopards and sloth bears.
Highlights:
- Scenic drive north
- Wilpattu evening safari
- Leopard & sloth bear tracking
Overnight: Safari Camp Or Boutique Hotel
Day 3 — Full Day Wilpattu Safari
A full day of safari, wildlife photography, and birdwatching in Wilpattu. Enjoy a wilderness picnic breakfast and lunch.
Highlights:
- Full-day safari drive
- Wilderness picnic meals
- Wildlife photography
Overnight: Wilpattu
Day 4 — Wilpattu → Anuradhapura
Travel to Anuradhapura. Explore ancient temples, the sacred Bodhi Tree, giant stupas, and local village life.
Highlights:
- UNESCO Ancient Kingdom tour
- Sacred Bodhi Tree visit
- Local village experience
Overnight: Heritage Hotel
Day 5 — Anuradhapura → Sigiriya
Drive to Sigiriya. Climb the Pidurangala Rock or Sigiriya Rock Fortress, and enjoy a countryside walk.
Highlights:
- Sigiriya Rock climb
- Countryside walking
Overnight: Sigiriya Eco Resort
Day 6 — Sigiriya & Minneriya Elephant Gathering
Explore the local sights in Sigiriya. In the afternoon, go on an elephant safari to witness the legendary "Gathering" of wild elephants (seasonal).
Highlights:
- Minneriya elephant safari
- Elephant Gathering sight
Overnight: Sigiriya
Day 7 — Sigiriya → Dambulla Cave Temple → Kandy
Travel to Kandy, stopping at the Dambulla Golden Cave Temple on the way. Arrive in Kandy and visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth.
Highlights:
- Dambulla Cave Temple visit
- Sacred Temple of the Tooth visit
- Kandy cultural town
Overnight: Kandy
Day 8 — Kandy Cultural Day & Pekoe Trail Walk
Enjoy Kandy highlights. Go on a Pekoe Trail walk stage and watch a Kandyan cultural dance show in the evening.
Highlights:
- Pekoe Trail walk stage
- Kandyan cultural dance show
Overnight: Kandy
Day 9 — Kandy → Nuwara Eliya Highlands
Scenic drive to Nuwara Eliya through tea plantations. Visit waterfalls, viewpoints, and a classic tea factory.
Highlights:
- Scenic drive through tea estates
- Waterfalls and tea factory visit
Overnight: Nuwara Eliya
Day 10 — Horton Plains National Park Trek
Early morning transfer to Horton Plains National Park. Hike to World’s End and Baker’s Falls, and enjoy highland birdwatching.
Highlights:
- World’s End 9km loop trek
- Baker’s Falls view
- Highland birdwatching
Overnight: Nuwara Eliya
Day 11 — Scenic Train Journey → Ella
Scenic train ride from Nanu Oya to Ella through spectacular tea country. In the evening, visit Nine Arches Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak.
Highlights:
- Highland train ride
- Nine Arches Bridge walk
- Little Adam’s Peak sunset hike
Overnight: Ella Nature Resort
Day 12 — Ella Adventure Day
Adventure activities in Ella. Try zip-lining, ATV rides, waterfall visits, hiking, and exploring scenic rock viewpoints.
Highlights:
- Flying Ravana zip-lining
- ATV rides
- Waterfall climbs & hikes
Overnight: Ella
Day 13 — Ella → Arugam Bay
Travel down to Arugam Bay. Relax on the beach, explore the local surf culture, and choose an optional lagoon boat safari.
Highlights:
- Arugam Bay coast transfer
- Beach relaxation & surf culture
Overnight: Beach Resort
Day 14 — Kumana National Park Safari
Go on a safari in Kumana National Park, a premier birdwatching swamp reservoir. Spot elephants, crocodiles, and leopards.
Highlights:
- Kumana bird sanctuary safari
- Elephants & crocodiles spotting
Overnight: Arugam Bay
Day 15 — Arugam Bay → Yala National Park
Drive to Yala National Park. Go on an evening safari tracking leopards, elephants, wild buffalo, and exotic birds.
Highlights:
- Yala leopard tracking safari
- Wild buffalo & exotic birds spotting
Overnight: Luxury Safari Camp
Day 16 — Full Day Yala Safari
Full-day safari experience in Yala. Includes a sunrise safari, packed bush breakfast, wildlife photography, and lagoon birdwatching.
Highlights:
- Sunrise safari & bush breakfast
- Full-day wildlife tracking
- Lagoon birdlife photography
Overnight: Yala
Day 17 — Bundala → Mirissa
Visit Bundala National Park for flamingo birdwatching, followed by a scenic coastal drive to Mirissa beach.
Highlights:
- Bundala birding safari
- Migratory flamingos
- Mirissa coastal drive
Overnight: Beach Resort
Day 18 — Whale Watching & Southern Coast
Morning whale watching cruise to see blue whales and dolphins, with snorkeling options. Afterward, visit and explore the historic Galle Dutch Fort.
Highlights:
- Blue Whale watching cruise
- Snorkeling option
- Galle Dutch Fort visit
Overnight: Galle Heritage Hotel
Day 19 — Sinharaja Rainforest Expedition
Trek through Sinharaja Forest Reserve. Enjoy birdwatching for endemic species, waterfalls, and spotting rainforest wildlife.
Highlights:
- UNESCO primary rainforest trek
- Endemic wildlife spotting
- Waterfalls view
Overnight: Rainforest Eco Lodge
Day 20 — Sinharaja → Kitulgala
Travel to Kitulgala. Engage in adventure activities: white water rafting on the Kelani River, canyoning, rock slides, and confidence jumps.
Highlights:
- Kelani River white water rafting
- Rainforest canyoning & rock slides
- Jungle trekking
Overnight: Adventure Lodge
Day 21 — Kitulgala → Colombo
Drive to Colombo. Enjoy a city tour, shopping, rooftop dining, and a farewell dinner.
Highlights:
- Colombo city sights tour
- Farewell rooftop dinner
Overnight: Luxury City Hotel
Day 22 — Departure
Transfer to Colombo Airport for your departure flight.
Highlights:
- Airport departure transfer
- Tour ends
