Itinerary
- Day 1
Colombo to Kitulgala
You arrive at Colombo's international airport where your chauffeur guide picks you up. The drive to Kitulgala takes you through scenic routes, and this is where your wildlife exploration really starts. You'll get settled in and get ready for the rainforest and river activities ahead.
- Start point
- Sri Lanka (Colombo)
- Day 2
Kitulgala
Early morning bird-watching in Kitulgala's rainforest has you spotting endemic species like the Orange-billed babbler and Chestnut-backed owlet. After that, you'll take a dugout canoe across the Kelani River, then do a nature trek through the lush ecosystem. If you're interested, white-water rafting on the river is available as an optional add-on.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Bird-watching experience in Kitulgala rainforest
- Dugout canoe ride across Kelani River
- Nature trek in rainforest
Optional Activities
- White-water rafting on Kelani River
Landmarks Kitulgala Rainforest Kelani River - Day 3
Kitulgala to Nuwara Eliya
Following breakfast, you leave Kitulgala and head toward Nuwara Eliya in the central highlands. Along the way, there are stops at Devon and St. Clair Falls. You'll tour a tea factory to see how production works, then take a walk through Victoria Park where the misty mountain air really sets the mood.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sightseeing at Devon Falls
- Sightseeing at St. Clair Falls
- Tea factory tour
- Leisurely stroll at Victoria Park
Landmarks Devon Falls St. Clair Falls Victoria Park - Day 4
Nuwara Eliya to Udawalawe
An early start gets you to Horton Plains National Park before dawn. The hike to World's End rewards you with dramatic escarpment views and panoramic vistas. You'll have a picnic breakfast while keeping an eye out for native monkeys, lizards, and deer. Later in the day, you travel to Udawalawe for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Picnic breakfast at Horton Plains National Park)
Included Activities
- Hike to World's End, Horton Plains National Park
- Picnic breakfast at Horton Plains National Park
- Wildlife viewing in Horton Plains National Park
Landmarks Horton Plains National Park World's End - Day 5
Udawalawe to Yala
The morning safari at Udawalawe National Park puts you in elephant country, with over 500 of them living in the park. You'll look for majestic adults and baby elephants, plus water buffalo, crocodiles, and various bird species. After that safari, you continue on to Yala National Park where leopards roam.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Morning safari in Udawalawe National Park
- Wildlife viewing in Udawalawe National Park
Landmarks Udawalawe National Park Yala National Park - Day 6
Yala
You spend the entire day exploring Yala National Park's different landscapes, grassy plains, lagoons, and lush jungles. Keep your camera ready for elephant families, monkeys, sunbathing crocodiles, and if you're lucky, elusive leopards among the granite boulders. A picnic lunch happens right there in nature.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch under abundant foliage or along the beach)
Included Activities
- Full-day safari in Yala National Park
- Wildlife viewing in Yala National Park
- Picnic lunch in Yala National Park
Landmarks Yala National Park - Day 7
Yala to Mirissa
The morning and early afternoon are yours to do as you like. Then you drive about 2 hours to the coastal town of Mirissa. Once there, you can relax at your accommodation and check out the beachside restaurants for dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Mirissa - Day 8
Mirissa to Bentota
An early start means heading out on the water for whale-watching off Mirissa's coast. You'll search for whales, dolphins, and turtles, with chances to see blue whales if conditions are right. Back at your hotel, you freshen up before the drive to Bentota.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Whale-watching expedition off Mirissa
Landmarks Mirissa - Day 9
Bentota
Bentota offers a slower pace with its pristine beach, tropical lagoon, and river. You can try water sports or simply relax by the Indian Ocean. There's also an optional visit to the Kosgoda Turtle Conservation Project if you want to learn about sea turtle protection.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Kosgoda Turtle Conservation Project visit
Landmarks Bentota Beach Kosgoda Turtle Conservation Project - Day 10
Bentota to Colombo
Your wildlife adventure wraps up today. Your private driver takes you to the airport with enough time to catch your departure flight. You leave behind memories of rainforests, national parks, and coastal encounters from your Sri Lankan journey.
- End point
- Sri Lanka (Colombo)
- Meals
- Breakfast
