Nature and Wildlife Wonders
Tour Title: Nature and Wildlife Wonders – 21 Days in Sri Lanka
Day 1: Arrival in Colombo – Transfer to Negombo
Arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport.
Meet & greet by your guide.
Transfer to Negombo (30 mins drive).
Leisure time on the beach or optional boat ride in Negombo lagoon.
Overnight in Negombo.
Day 2: Negombo – Wilpattu National Park
Drive to Wilpattu National Park (approx. 4 hrs).
Afternoon game drive in Wilpattu – Sri Lanka’s largest national park, famous for leopards, sloth bears, and birdlife.
Overnight stay near Wilpattu.
Day 3: Wilpattu – Anuradhapura
Morning safari in Wilpattu.
Transfer to Anuradhapura (approx. 1.5 hrs).
Explore the sacred city of Anuradhapura – Sri Maha Bodhi, Ruwanwelisaya, and ancient stupas.
Overnight in Anuradhapura.
Day 4: Anuradhapura – Polonnaruwa
Scenic drive to Polonnaruwa (approx. 2.5 hrs).
Visit the ancient city of Polonnaruwa – Gal Vihara, Parakrama Samudraya, and archaeological ruins.
Overnight in Polonnaruwa or Habarana.
Day 5: Minneriya National Park & Sigiriya
Morning safari in Minneriya National Park (Elephant gathering season: July–October).
Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress – climb the iconic Lion Rock for panoramic views.
Overnight in Sigiriya.
Day 6: Sigiriya – Dambulla – Kandy
Visit Dambulla Cave Temple – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Drive to Kandy (approx. 3 hrs).
Evening cultural dance show & visit to Temple of the Tooth Relic.
Overnight in Kandy.
Day 7: Kandy – Peradeniya – Nuwara Eliya
Stroll in Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya.
Scenic drive to Nuwara Eliya (approx. 3 hrs) via tea plantations and waterfalls.
Visit a tea factory and taste Ceylon tea.
Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 8: Horton Plains National Park
Early morning trek to World’s End and Baker’s Falls at Horton Plains.
Return and relax in cool climate of Nuwara Eliya.
Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 9: Nuwara Eliya – Ella (Train Journey)
Scenic train journey from Nanu Oya to Ella – one of the most beautiful in the world.
Visit Little Adam’s Peak or Nine Arches Bridge.
Overnight in Ella.
Day 10: Ella – Yala National Park
Visit Ravana Falls and explore the countryside.
Transfer to Yala National Park (approx. 3 hrs).
Evening game drive in Yala – known for its leopard population.
Overnight near Yala.
Day 11: Yala National Park Safari
Early morning safari in Yala for better chances of spotting wildlife.
Leisure time in the afternoon or optional second safari.
Overnight near Yala.
Day 12: Yala – Mirissa
Scenic coastal drive to Mirissa (approx. 4 hrs).
Leisure on the beach.
Overnight in Mirissa.
Day 13: Whale Watching in Mirissa
Early morning whale and dolphin watching tour (season: Nov–April).
Relax on the beach or enjoy water sports.
Overnight in Mirissa.
Day 14: Mirissa – Unawatuna
Short drive to Unawatuna (approx. 1.5 hrs).
Beach relaxation or optional snorkeling/diving.
Visit Jungle Beach or Rumassala Hill.
Overnight in Unawatuna.
Day 15: Galle Day Tour
Visit Galle Fort, lighthouse, and colonial architecture.
Explore museums, cafes, and local shops.
Return to Unawatuna.
Overnight in Unawatuna.
Day 16: Unawatuna – Sinharaja Rainforest
Drive to Sinharaja Rainforest Reserve (approx. 3.5 hrs).
Nature walk in the rainforest – a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve with rare flora and fauna.
Overnight near Sinharaja.
Day 17: Sinharaja – Colombo
Morning rainforest trek or bird watching.
Transfer to Colombo (approx. 4.5 hrs).
Evening free for shopping or exploring.
Overnight in Colombo.
Day 18: Colombo City Tour
Explore Colombo – Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square, Galle Face Green, Pettah Market.
Optional nightlife or dinner at a seaside restaurant.
Overnight in Colombo.
Day 19: Leisure Day in Colombo
Free day for rest, shopping, or spa treatment.
Optional visit to Mount Lavinia beach or art galleries.
Overnight in Colombo.
Day 20: Departure Preparation
Free morning for packing or last-minute shopping.
Transfer to airport for departure.
End of Tour.