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14 Days Wildlife & Coastal Odyssey Tour

14 Days Wildlife & Coastal Odyssey Tour

Duration

14 Days

Group Size

1-12 People

Category

Wildlife

Tour Overview

Immerse yourself in the untamed beauty of Sri Lanka with our 14 Days Wildlife & Coastal Odyssey Tour. This two-week itinerary is specially designed for nature lovers and history buffs. Unlike standard tours, this journey kicks off with an exciting safari in Wilpattu, the largest national park in Sri Lanka, famous for its dense forests and leopard populations. You will then traverse the ancient capitals of Anuradhapura and Sigiriya, journey through the cool tea-covered mountains of Ella, and experience a second major safari in Yala National Park. Conclude your epic adventure by relaxing on the pristine beaches of Mirissa and Bentota, making it the perfect blend of wild adventure and tropical relaxation.

Tour Highlights

  • 🐻 Wilpattu Safari: Early morning game drive in Sri Lanka's largest national park, famous for leopards and sloth bears.
  • 🛕 First Kingdom: Explore Anuradhapura, the 3rd-century BC ancient capital.
  • 🚂 Ella Train Journey: Ride through the spectacular mountain landscapes of the hill country.
  • 🐆 Yala Leopard Safari: Track the apex predators in the famous Yala National Park.
  • 🐢 Bentota Turtle Conservation: Visit a rare turtle hatchery on the beautiful west coast.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1

🛬 Day 1: Arrival & Wilpattu Safari

Pick-up from Negombo. Drive to Wilpattu National Park. Experience an early morning game drive in Sri Lanka's largest national park to spot leopards, elephants, and sloth bears.

Day 2

🛕 Day 2: Anuradhapura Ancient City

Drive to Anuradhapura. Visit the ancient monuments of Sri Lanka's first kingdom, dating back to the 3rd century BC. Overnight stay in Anuradhapura.

Day 3

🐘 Day 3: Polonnaruwa & Minneriya Safari

Drive to Polonnaruwa to see the ancient ruins. In the evening, enjoy a Jeep Safari at Minneriya National Park to witness over 80 wild elephants gathering by the reservoir.

Day 4

🧗 Day 4: Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Climb the majestic Sigiriya Lion Rock or Pidurangala Rock. In the evening, take a traditional village tour or relax with an Ayurvedic Spa treatment.

Day 5

🕉️ Day 5: Dambulla Cave Temple to Kandy

Drive to Kandy. Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple and Matale Hindu Temple en route. Evening Cultural Dance show in Kandy.

Day 6

🌸 Day 6: Temple of the Tooth & Botanical Gardens

Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic, Kandy City, and Kandy Lake. Afternoon visit to the beautiful Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya.

Day 7

☕ Day 7: Nuwara Eliya Tea Plantations

Drive to Nuwara Eliya. Visit the breathtaking Ramboda Waterfall, a working tea factory, and lush tea plantations.

Day 8

🚂 Day 8: The Ella Train Ride

Drive to Nanu Oya station for the incredibly scenic train ride to Ella. Your driver will pick you up at the destination. Relax in Ella.

Day 9

⛰️ Day 9: Explore Ella

Morning hike to Little Adam's Peak. Visit the famous Nine Arch Bridge and Ravana Waterfall. Overnight stay in Ella.

Day 10

🐆 Day 10: Yala National Park

Drive to Yala. In the evening, embark on an exciting jeep safari through Yala National Park to spot leopards and diverse wildlife.

Day 11

🏖️ Day 11: Travel to Mirissa

After breakfast, drive to Mirissa. Spend the day relaxing on the beautiful palm-fringed beach.

Day 12

🐋 Day 12: Mirissa Whale Watching

Early morning Whale & Dolphin watching tour starting from Mirissa Harbour. Enjoy a relaxing evening on the beach.

Day 13

🏰 Day 13: Stilt Fishermen & Galle Fort

Drive to Galle. Stop to see the traditional stilt fishermen. Explore the historic Galle Dutch Fort and relax on the beach.

Day 14

🐢 Day 14: Bentota & Departure

Travel to Bentota. Visit a Turtle Conservation Center to see rare white turtles. Finally, drive to Colombo Airport for your drop-off.

Hotel Summary

Enjoy a mix of comfortable wilderness lodges, heritage hotels in the cultural triangle, and premium beachfront resorts on the south coast. Accommodation is fully customizable based on your budget.

Package Includes

  • Private A/C luxury transport with driver.
  • Pick up from the Airport and transport until departure.
  • Professional English Speaking Chauffeur Guide.
  • All parking fees and highway tolls.
  • Accommodation and meals for the driver throughout the tour.
  • Complimentary bottled water during travel.
  • In-vehicle Wi-Fi connection provided during the journey.
  • All applicable Government taxes.

Package Excludes

  • Entrance tickets to all major sites and national parks.
  • Guest accommodations and meals (Customizable during booking).
  • Expenses of a personal nature (laundry, tips, souvenirs).
  • Any other service not explicitly specified above.

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