Wanderlust Ceylon
Overview
Built for nature enthusiasts: five national parks — Wilpattu, Minneriya, Udawalawe, Yala and Bundala — plus the Sinharaja rainforest reserve, woven around the cultural stops most trips already include.
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Highlights
- Jeep safaris at Wilpattu, Minneriya, Udawalawe, Yala and Bundala
- Hikes to Little Adam's Peak, Nine Arch Bridge and Horton Plains
- Sigiriya rock fortress and Kandy's Temple of the Tooth
- Tea-tasting in Nuwara Eliya
- Sinharaja rainforest reserve
Included & excluded
- Accommodation, 3–4 star hotels or similar, half-board basis
- Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle for the full itinerary
- Assistance of a chauffeur guide
- Government taxes
- 1 litre bottled water per person per day
- Wilpattu, Minneriya, Udawalawe, Yala & Bundala safaris
- Entrance fees to sights in Sri Lanka
- Airfare and visa fees
- Early check-in / late checkout charges
- Tips and porterage
- Lunch and any other meals not mentioned
Day by day
Arrival — Colombo
Settle into Colombo with visits to the Gangaramaya Temple, Lotus Tower and Independence Memorial Hall, plus an evening at Galle Face Green.
Colombo → Wilpattu National Park
Travel to Wilpattu for a jeep safari, known for its leopards and quieter trails than Yala.
Wilpattu → Minneriya → Sigiriya
A stop at Minneriya National Park before continuing to Sigiriya.
Sigiriya → Kandy
Climb Sigiriya rock fortress before the drive to Kandy.
Kandy → Nuwara Eliya
Visit the Temple of the Tooth before driving up to tea country.
Horton Plains → Baker's Falls → Nuwara Eliya
An early hike at Horton Plains National Park to see Baker's Falls.
Nuwara Eliya → Ella → Udawalawe
Continue through Ella to Udawalawe, known for its elephant population.
Udawalawe → Yala National Park
A jeep safari at Udawalawe, then on to Yala for more wildlife.
Yala → Bundala → Sinharaja National Park
A stop at Bundala, known for migratory birds, before the Sinharaja rainforest reserve.
Sinharaja → Departure
A final walk through Sinharaja's rainforest before transfer to the airport.
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Frequently asked questions
How many safaris does this itinerary include?
Five national parks in total — Wilpattu, Minneriya, Udawalawe, Yala and Bundala — plus a walk through Sinharaja, making this the most wildlife-focused route we offer.
Is that too many safaris to stay interesting?
Each park has a different focus — Wilpattu for leopards in a quiet setting, Minneriya and Udawalawe for elephants, Yala for density and variety, Bundala for birdlife — so they don't repeat the same experience.
Who is this itinerary best suited to?
Genuine wildlife and nature enthusiasts willing to prioritise safaris and walks over city time or beaches.