Wildlife
Perfect blend of ancient history, misty mountains and thrilling wildlife safaris
Culture, Wildlife & Beach
Journey through Sri Lanka’s cultural heritage, and southern coast Yala wildlife
A complete 10-day island loop featuring the majestic Sigiriya Rock, the cool hills of Nuwara Eliya, thrilling leopard safaris in Yala, and golden southern beaches.
Sigiriya
→ Kandy
→ Nuwara Eliya
→ Ella
→ Yala
→ Mirissa
→ Colombo
DAY 01
Dambulla / Sigiriya
Resort
Arrival & Cultural Triangle
- Arrive at BIA; meet your personal driver
- Scenic drive to Cultural Triangle (~4 hours)
- Sunset views of Sigiriya Rock from a village
- Relaxing dinner at the hotel
DAY 02
Sigiriya
Resort
Safari
Fortress Climb & Elephants
- Early morning climb: Sigiriya Rock Fortress
- Alternative: Climb Pidurangala for epic views
- Afternoon Jeep Safari (Minneriya or Kaudulla)
- Witness "The Gathering" of wild elephants (Seasonal)
- Traditional Sri Lankan dinner
DAY 03
Kandy
City Hotel
Culture
Pinnawala & Sacred City
- Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage en route
- Watch elephant bathing in the river
- Drive to Kandy (~1.5 hours)
- Evening Puja at Temple of the Tooth Relic
DAY 04
Nuwara Eliya
Colonial Hotel
Misty Hills & Tea
- Visit Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya
- View Ramboda Falls en route to hills
- Tea Plantation tour & fresh tea tasting
- Walk around Gregory Lake in "Little England"
DAY 05
Ella
Hill Resort
Horton Plains & Ella Vibes
- Morning trek at Horton Plains to World's End (9km)
- Scenic drive to Ella village (~2.5 hours)
- Visit iconic Nine Arches Bridge
- Sunset hike to Little Adam's Peak
DAY 06
Yala
Safari Lodge
Ella to Wilderness
- Leisurely morning in Ella village
- Drive south to Yala region (~3 hours)
- Wildlife briefing & relaxation at lodge
- Night stargazing in the wild
DAY 07
Yala National Park
Safari Lodge
Adventure
Full Day Leopard Safari
- Full-day Jeep Safari in Yala National Park
- Spot Leopards, Bears, Elephants & Crocodiles
- Jungle picnic lunch at a scenic spot
- Explore different park zones (Block 1 & 5)
- Evening bonfire & safari stories at lodge
DAY 08
Mirissa / Weligama
Beach Hotel
Beach
Yala to South Coast
- Drive to south coast beaches (~3 hours)
- Optional: Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home visit
- Relax on the beach & swim in the Indian Ocean
- Visit Mirissa harbor at sunset
DAY 09
Galle / Colombo
City Hotel
Whales & Dutch Fort
- Early morning Whale Watching tour (Seasonal)
- Drive to Galle (~30 mins)
- Explore UNESCO Galle Fort ramparts & cafes
- Expressway drive to Colombo (~2.5 hrs)
- Farewell dinner at a Colombo restaurant
DAY 10
Departure
Farewell
Capital City & Departure
- Morning Colombo City Tour (Gangaramaya/Independence Sq)
- Last-minute shopping at Pettah Market
- Drive to Negombo for lunch (~1 hr)
- Transfer to BIA Airport (20 mins from Negombo)
Day 10
Safe Travels!
Journey Complete
Leaving with memories of ancient rocks, misty hills, wild leopards, and blue oceans.
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