6-Day Sri Lanka Wildlife Safari & Big Five Expedition
Wildlife safari

6-Day Sri Lanka Wildlife Safari & Big Five Expedition

6-Day Sri Lanka Wildlife Safari & Big Five Expedition
6 Days / 5 Nights Private Chauffeur Included

Tour Overview

Sri Lanka is universally recognized as one of the world's top biodiversity hotspots and the premier destination in Asia for viewing big game wildlife.

This 6-Day Wildlife Safari Expedition is engineered for photographers and wildlife enthusiasts aiming to encounter Sri Lanka's 'Big Five': Leopard, Asian Elephant, Sloth Bear, Blue Whale, and Sperm Whale. Accompanied by experienced naturalist trackers in custom 4x4 safari jeeps.

Day-by-Day Detailed Itinerary

Arrive at Colombo airport and drive north-east to the central wildlife plains of Sigiriya. Evening nature walk to spot endemic birds and nocturnal wildlife around the resort.

Morning visit to Sigiriya fortress. In the afternoon, board an open 4x4 jeep safari in Minneriya National Park to witness hundreds of wild Asian elephants grazing and bathing near the ancient reservoir.

Drive south to Udawalawe National Park. Visit the Elephant Transit Home (ETH) during the milk feeding of rescued orphaned baby elephants. Afternoon grassland safari.

Transfer to Yala National Park, home to the highest density of wild leopards in the world. Embark on an intensive 3.5-hour 4x4 game drive tracking leopards, sloth bears, spotted deer, and mugger crocodiles.

Early morning transfer to Mirissa harbor. Embark on an ocean safari in the deep waters of the Indian Ocean to observe Blue Whales, Sperm Whales, and pods of spinner dolphins.

Visit the sea turtle conservation sanctuary in Kosgoda to see rescued green, olive ridley, and hawksbill turtles. Continue via the expressway to Colombo airport for departure.

What's Included

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle transfers with dedicated driver guide
  • 5 nights accommodation in eco-lodges & safari glamping camps with daily breakfast
  • 2 full-scale private 4x4 Jeep Safaris in Yala National Park with licensed park trackers
  • Private 4x4 Jeep Safari in Minneriya or Udawalawe National Park
  • Whale and dolphin watching boat expedition in Mirissa with marine naturalist
  • All national park entry permits, tracker fees, and vehicle taxes
  • Complimentary field binoculars and bottled mineral water during game drives
  • 24/7 dedicated in-country support

What's Excluded

  • International airfare & travel insurance
  • Professional camera permit fees (if applicable)
  • Personal meals and tracker tips

Book / Inquire Tour

Receive a free quotation with no commitment.

Have Quick Questions?

Chat with our local team directly on WhatsApp.

WhatsApp Inquiry
WhatsApp Request Quote