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Tour Overview
Embark on an 11-day Wildlife & Adventure Tour in Sri Lanka, perfect for wildlife photographers and nature lovers. Experience the island's natural beauty with visits to the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Sigiriya Rock Fortress, and the Knuckles Mountain Range. Enjoy full-day safaris at Wasgamuwa National Park, trek through Horton Plains National Park, and hike Little Adam's Peak. Engage in thrilling activities like white water rafting in Kitulgala and explore the Sinharaja Rain Forest. Relax in 4-star hotels or eco lodges with breakfast and dinner included, guided by an experienced English-speaking guide. Transportation in a comfortable A/C vehicle and mineral water are provided. ...more ...less
Highlights
Visit the Elephant Orphanage at Pinnawela
Climb Sigiriya Rock fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site
Trek at the Knuckles Mountain Range
Full day safari at Wasgamuwa National Park
Visit the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy
Nature hike to Horton Plains National Park and World's End
White water rafting and hiking in Kitulgala
Explore the Sinharaja Rain Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Itinerary
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Arrive at the Airport and receive transfer to the hotel in Colombo. Spend the afternoon and evening at leisure.
Day 2
:
COLOMBO TO PINNAWELA TO SIGIRIYA
Location: Sigiriya
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel leave for Sigiriya. En-route visit the Elephant Orphanage at Pinnawela, a unique sanctuary in the world for orphaned elephants. Have lunch before proceeding to Sigiriya. Upon arrival check into the hotel before embarking on an afternoon journey to the Sigiriya Rock fortress. Declared as the 8th wonder of the ancient world. Sigiriya, also called Lion Rock Situated in central Sri Lanka consisting of the ruins of an ancient stronghold that was built in the late 5th century on a remarkable monolithic rock pillar. After this return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 3
:
SIGIRIYA TO KNUCKLES TO WASGAMUWA
Location: Knuckles Mountain Range
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast at the hotel leave for Wasgamuwa. On the way indulge in some trekking at the Knuckles Mountain Range. The Knuckles Mountain Range lies in central Sri Lanka, north-east of the city of Kandy. The range takes its name from a series of recumbent folds and peaks in the west of the massif which resembles the knuckles of clenched fist when viewed from certain locations in the Kandy District. After lunch, finish the trek and proceed to the accommodation in Wasgamuwa. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at an Eco Lodge.
Day 4
:
WASGAMUWA
Location: Wasgamuwa National Park
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel, then enjoy a full day jeep safari at Wasgamuwa National Park. Wasgamuwa is well known for its abundant wildlife population, wilderness setting and home of several interesting ancient sites. Wasgamuwa is distinguished from other parks by having a full complement of predators of which bears are particularly noteworthy. Enjoy lunch and then return back to the eco lodge where you'll have dinner and stay for the remainder of the evening.
Day 5
:
WASGAMUWA TO KANDY
Location: Kandy
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After an early breakfast proceed to Kandy via Knuckles Mountain Range with trekking and a visit to Corbett’s gap. Have lunch and then continue your journey to Kandy. Upon arrival check in to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 6
:
KANDY TO NUWARA ELIYA
Location: Nuwara Eliya
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel visit the Temple of the Tooth, which is a famous pilgrimage site, one of the most famous Buddhist temples in the world, which was built to protect the sacred tooth relic thought to belong to Lord Buddha, which has been enshrined in Sri Lanka for hundreds of years. After have lunch and proceed to Nuwara Eliya, visiting a Tea Factory on the way. Enjoy an afternoon visit to Hakgala Botanical Gardens. Later on check inro the hotel for your overnight stay.
Day 7
:
NUWARA ELIYA
Location: Nuwara Eliya
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast at the hotel take part in a Full-Day Nature Hike to Horton Plains National Park & visit the World’s End. Horton Plains National Park, is a protected area in the Nuwara Eliya district, and at an altitude of 2,100–2,300 meters (6,900–7,500 ft) from the sea level, it is also a popular tourist destination. Mext do some hiking at Little Adam’s Peak in Sri Lanka, which is one of the most epic things to do in Ella. The peak can be hiked easily without a guide, as there is a marked path that leads you up the mountain, with plenty of signposts to show you the way. Have lunch and then return back to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 8
:
NUWARA ELIYA TO KITULAGAL
Location: Kitulgala
Accommodation: Hotel
After breakfast leave for Bentota via Kitulgala. After arriving at Kithulgala, start the adventure activity! White water rafting has become the number one extreme sport in the country. Sri Lanka’s central region is mountainous and has a lot of rivers. When water flows at speed through rough terrain, it becomes bubbly, and we call this white water. Rafting in Sri Lanka through these turbulent waters, you will feel a sense of adventure like never before. After Lunch trek to visit to the Belilena Caves. After this return back to the accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 9
:
KITULGALA TO SINGHARAJA
Location: Sinharaja
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast leave for Sinharaja. Upon arrival have lunch and then visit the Sigharaja Rain Forest. Once finished head to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 10
:
SINHARAJA TO BENTOTA
Location: Bentota
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast at the hotel leave for Bentota. Upon arrival spend the afternoon at leisure at the hotel. You also have the option to take part in some Water Sports at Bentota. This evening enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in Bentota.
Day 11
:
BENTOTA TO COLOMBO TO AIRPORT
Location: Colombo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Receive pick up from the hotel in the morning after breakfast, leave Bentota for Colombo. Upon arrival take a tour of Colombo commencing with a visit to the Fort and the Pettah commercial hub with offices and shopping areas located amidst the oldest colonial hotel GOH. Afterwards, proceed through the main street passing the old Dutch Museum, belfry and old City Hall which houses puppets of earlier governors of Sri Lanka. Stops will be made at the Old Dutch hospital with shops and restaurants facing Sri Lanka’s twin tower buildings. Continue to the old race course with a maze of buildings with colonial architecture, restaurants and shopping arcade passing through Colombo City Hall. Enjoy some free time shopping in Colombo before returning to the airport for a late evening departure.
What's Included
Accommodation
Accommodation at 4 Star Hotels or Eco Lodge with Breakfast & Dinner.
Guide
Experience English Speaking Guide.
Transportation
Transportation in a Comfortable A/C Vehicle.
Water
Mineral Water Bottle.
Taxes
All Government Tax & Charges.
What's Not Included
Entrance Fees
Entrance fees are not included.
Unmentioned Tours
Any tours to cities not mentioned above are not included.
Additional Services
Any other services not mentioned above are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle, ensuring a smooth and pleasant journey between destinations.
Accommodation
Enjoy your stay at 4-star hotels or eco lodges with breakfast and dinner included, ensuring comfort and a touch of nature throughout your journey.
Check out our Q&As
What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
Accommodation is provided at 4-star hotels or eco lodges with breakfast and dinner included.
Is there a guide available during the tour?
Yes, an experienced English-speaking guide will be available throughout the tour.
What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
Transportation is provided in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.
Are there any additional costs not included in the tour price?
Yes, entrance fees, tours to cities not mentioned in the itinerary, and any other services not mentioned are not included in the tour price.
What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes activities such as visiting the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, climbing Sigiriya Rock Fortress, trekking in the Knuckles Mountain Range, a full-day safari at Wasgamuwa National Park, visiting the Temple of the Tooth, a nature hike to Horton Plains National Park, white water rafting in Kitulgala, and visiting the Sinharaja Rain Forest.
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What wildlife can be expected to be seen during the tour?
You can expect to see elephants, purple-faced langur monkeys, wild boar, sambar and spotted deer, buffalo, and possibly leopards and sloth bears. Reptiles such as water monitors, mugger crocodiles, estuarine crocodiles, and pythons may also be seen.
What is the best time to visit Wasgamuwa National Park?
The best time to visit Wasgamuwa National Park to see large herds of elephants is from November to May.
What is special about the Sigiriya Rock Fortress?
Sigiriya Rock Fortress, also known as Lion Rock, is a UNESCO World Heritage site and was declared the 8th wonder of the ancient world. It features the ruins of an ancient stronghold built in the late 5th century on a monolithic rock pillar.
What can be expected during the visit to the Temple of the Tooth?
The Temple of the Tooth is a famous pilgrimage site and one of the most famous Buddhist temples in the world. It houses the sacred tooth relic of Lord Buddha and has been a significant religious site for hundreds of years.
What kind of adventure activities are included in Kitulgala?
In Kitulgala, you can enjoy white water rafting and hiking. There is also an opportunity to visit the Belilena Caves and the location where the film 'Bridge on the River Kwai' was filmed.
How long has the tour company been trading?
5 years
Can I join the tour once it has departed?
yes
What documents will I receive before I travel?
yes
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Reviews of this operator
Devi M.
Ramayana Tour and Bentota Beach Experience
10-Apr-2024
From the time we landed in Colombo to the time we left Colombo back home Buddhika at Ceylon Travel dream and our great Guide Chamila took amazing care of us. Chamila was very informative and treated us like family, we travelled and visited a lot of places in Sri Lanka, he was very caring with my elderly family members and gave us an excellent tour around Sri Lanka.
Ceylon Travel dream was very accommodating and very adjusting around our itinerary, they provided us with all the information and was easy to communicate with them, highly recommend them for future travels to Sri Lanka.
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Sufyan S.
Ceylon Travel - One Stop solution for Sri Lanka
01-Jul-2024
Having decided fairly early on, Sri Lanka was set as our go to place for the honeymoon having an optimal mix of land, water, mountains with lush greenery.
All research conducted pointed towards having a tour guide for ease of travel and arrangements, and thats when we stumbled upon Ceylon travels (having also heard of them through a friend)
Our experience with Buddhika, from Ceylon travel and dreams has been nothing short of extraordinary. He was incredibly patient in hearing our interests, highly accommodating of our proposed changes in the journey and always willing to find the solution. He not only provided us with the optimal route for our 10 day trip but also booked plausibly the best hotels within our budger. We have had the best trip of our lives, all thanks to Buddhika, and his excellent tour guide who I would rate amongst the best in Sri Lanka. The tour guide (also the driver) whose name was also Buddhika is a very kind hearted man, and took care of us like family.
Overall, this trip far exceeded our expectations and cannot wait to be back with the wider family, and obviously doing all the arrangements through Ceylon.
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N P
Lankan Safari
04-Oct-2024
A great safari tour to see animals in the wild. Deer, water buffaloes, mongoose, elephants, peacocks, wild boar, jungle fowls, ducks, wild rabbits,crocodiles, birs of many types and more.
Ceylon Travel Dream requires a minimum deposit of
40%
or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 22 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of ceylon travel dream charges.
Up to 22 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Wildlife & Adventure Tour in Sri Lanka From 11 days
11 Days Starting and ending in Sri Lanka
Visiting:
Colombo, Sigiriya, Knuckles Mountain Range, Wasgamuwa National Park, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Kitulgala, Sinharaja, Bentota
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