Luxury Sri Lanka Wildlife Encounter vacations

Sri Lanka Wildlife Encounter

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Step into the heart of Sri Lanka‘s wilderness, where awe-inspiring landscapes and captivating wildlife await. Our exclusive wildlife tour of Sri Lanka promises an immersive experience like no other.

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Sri Lanka as you venture into the depths of Yala National Park, home to an abundance of wildlife, including the famed Sri Lankan elephants and elusive leopards. With expert guides leading the way, you’ll embark on thrilling jeep safaris through the park, offering unparalleled opportunities to observe these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. Experience the thrill of spotting herds of wild elephants roaming freely, while keeping an eye out for the elusive leopards lurking amidst the dense foliage.

Continue your journey of discovery at Udawalawe National Park, renowned for its pristine wilderness and diverse ecosystems. Here, you’ll have the chance to witness the awe-inspiring sight of wild elephants in their natural habitat, as well as an array of other fascinating species, from playful monkeys to graceful deer and majestic water buffalo. Our guided game drives will take you deep into the heart of the park, where you’ll have the opportunity to observe and photograph these incredible creatures up close, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

After exhilarating days of wildlife exploration, unwind in style at your luxury accommodation, where you can relax by the pool, enjoy gourmet dining experiences, and immerse yourself in the serenity of your surroundings.

In detail

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Day 1: Kotugoda

Fly into Colombo where you’ll be personally escorted off the plane and taken to the VIP lounge where you can relax as your baggage makes its way through customs on your behalf.

You’ll then be met by your personal driver who will take you to your first five-star hotel, The Wallawwa.

Day 1: Kotugoda

Day 2 to 4: Yala National Park

After enjoying breakfast, you’ll drive to take a charter flight to Mattala. You’ll be picked up on the other side and taken to Yala National Park – the second largest national park in Sri Lanka and a vital sanctuary for Sri Lankan elephants and Sri Lankan leopards as well as being the home of many other beautiful creatures.

Your home for the next three nights will be the five-star Wild Coast Luxury Tented Lodge – a boutique, unique resort where you’ll stay in a cocoon-shaped luxury tent, complete with private pool, adjacent to the national park and next to the beach. Whilst you’re here, you’ll enjoy a jeep ride around the national park so you can spot leopards, sloth bears, wild elephants, wild boar, sambar and spotted deer, water buffalo and many species of bird. This park has one of the highest leopard densities in the world, so chances are high you will spot some – no pun intended!

Day 2 to 4: Yala National Park

Day 5: Udawalawe National Park

You’ll enjoy a lovely breakfast in the morning before being driven to Udawalawe National Park where you’ll enjoy an exciting game drive of wildlife spotting.

Udawalawe is the third most visited national park in Sri Lanka and is an important sanctuary for wild Sri Lankan elephants and allows you to see them in their natural habitat.

Whilst on your game drive you’ll be able to study these fascinating creatures, as well as being able to spot monkeys, crocodiles, water buffalo, leopards and more. After your game drive around the park, you’ll check into your hotel for the next four nights, the Cape Weligama.

Day 5: Udawalawe National Park

Day 6 to 9: Weligama

Staying at Cape Weligama, the rest of the trip is yours to relax. Enjoy your hotel’s pool, lap up the sunshine, or if you like to get out and about, the resort offers excursions from boat rides to whale watching to surfing lessons to cycling.

Day 6 to 9: Weligama
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