Tour Summary
Price Starting at USD 1980* onwards
Guaranteed Departures, Seat in Coach
A comprehensive wildlife adventure combining Sri Lanka’s most celebrated national parks with misty hill country landscapes and golden southern beaches.
| Departure | Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) |
| Departure Time | Please arrive 3 Hours before the departure time for a prompt departure. |
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| Excluded |
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Guaranteed Departures, Seat in Coach (2026–2027 season)
- June: 15 June 2026
- July: 10 July 2026
- August: 10 August 2026
- September: 15 September 2026
- December: 10 December 2026
- January: 15 January 2027
- February: 10 December 2027
- March: 15 March 2027
- April: 10 April 2027
- Maximum group size: 12 pax
- Bookings must be made at least 30 days prior to the scheduled departure date.
- Price Starting at USD 1980* per person sharing double
Rates – Per person on sharing double in USD
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Pax |
Low season 15 June 2026/10 July 2026/10 December 2026 / 10 April 2027 |
High season 15 January 2027/10 February 2027/15 March 2027 |
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2 – 3 Pax |
1,980 |
2,350 |
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4 – 6 Pax |
1,690 |
2,050 |
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7 – 12 Pax |
1,680 |
1,980 |
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Single supplement |
756 |
110 |
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Triple reduction |
100 |
200 |
Beach extension rates – Cinnamon Bey, Beruwala on HB basis in USD
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START DATE |
END DATE |
MEAL PLAN |
SINGLE |
DOUBLE |
TRIPLE |
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01June 26 01 Sep 26 |
30 June 26 31 Oct 26 |
HB |
95 |
105 |
155 |
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01 Jul 26 |
31 Aug 26 |
HB |
105 |
115 |
165 |
|
01 Nov 26 |
21 Dec 26 |
HB |
195 |
205 |
255 |
|
22 Dec 26 |
10 Jan 27 |
HB |
275 |
285 |
335 |
|
11 Jan 27 |
31 Mar 27 |
HB |
265 |
275 |
325 |
|
01 Apr 27 |
30 Apr 27 |
HB |
185 |
195 |
245 |
Terms & Conditions
Minimum Group Size
• The tour will operate with a maximum of 12 confirmed participants.
• In the unlikely event the minimum number is not met, Whittalls Travels reserves the right to reschedule or combine with another group.
Inclusions
• 9 nights’ accommodation in 4 -star hotels on Half Board (HB) basis (as listed in the itinerary).
• English-speaking tour guide.
• All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary.
• All excursions and activities specifically listed in the itinerary.
Exclusions
• Entrance fees to sites not mentioned in the itinerary.
• Meals not specified in the itinerary.
• Tips, porterage, and expenses of a personal nature (laundry, telephone, minibar, etc.).
• Early check-ins and late check-outs.
• Travel insurance, visa fees, and entry permits.
• USD exchange rate fluctuations impacting published rates.
Hotels
• Hotels listed in the program are subject to availability at the time of booking. In the event of non-availability, similar standard hotels will be provided.
• Standard check-in time: 14:00 hrs | Check-out time: 12:00 hrs.
Transportation
• Air-conditioned coach will be used throughout the program.
• Vehicles will not be at disposal during leisure days/evenings unless specified.
Payments & Cancellations
• Bookings must be made at least 30 days prior to the scheduled departure date, and full payment is required at the time of booking to confirm participation.
• Cancellations are subject to Whittalls Travels’ standard cancellation policy (to be provided separately at time of booking).
General Notes
• The sequence of the itinerary may be adjusted for operational reasons while maintaining the overall inclusions.
• Wildlife sightings (elephants, leopards, birds, etc.) cannot be guaranteed as they occur in their natural habitats.
• All travelers are advised to carry adequate travel insurance covering health, luggage, and trip cancellations.
Itinerary
Distance: 15 km | Approx. 30 minutes’ drive
Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, guests will be met and assisted by our airport representative and escorted to the vehicle. Proceed to Negombo, a coastal town known for its beaches and fishing heritage.
Lunch on own arrangements.
Check-in to the hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay at Club Hotel Dolphin, Negombo or similar.
Distance: Approx. 230 km
Early morning check-out with picnic breakfast, departing around 05:30 hrs. Drive towards Habarana, visiting Wilpattu National Park en route. (Refreshment stops will be arranged during the journey).
Arrive approximately at 08:30 hrs at Wilpattu in time for a jeep safari. Declared a national park in 1938, Wilpattu is Sri Lanka’s largest national park, covering over 131,000 hectares. The park is renowned for its natural “villus” (sand-rimmed lakes) and dense forest cover. Traditionally considered one of the best locations to spot leopards, Wilpattu is also home to sloth bears, elephants, jackals, deer, and a rich diversity of birdlife, with over 200 recorded species.
After the safari, enjoy a local curry lunch and continue the journey to Habarana via Anuradhapura, arriving at the hotel by late evening.
Dinner and overnight stay in Cinnamon Lodge, Habarana or similar.
Breakfast at the hotel followed by leisure time in the morning.
Lunch on own arrangements.
In the afternoon (around 14:00 hrs), depart for an exciting jeep safari at Minneriya National Park. Originally declared a sanctuary in 1938 and upgraded to national park status in 1997, Minneriya protects the historic Minneriya Tank built by King Mahasen in the 3rd century AD. The park is internationally famous for the seasonal gathering of wild elephants, where large herds congregate around the reservoir. It is also recognized as one of Sri Lanka’s Important Bird Areas (IBAs).
Return to the hotel in the evening and relax at leisure.
Dinner and overnight stay in Cinnamon Lodge, Habarana or similar.
Early morning, approximately 05:00 hrs, proceed to Sigiriya to climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress to see the sunrise. Return to the hotel for breakfast.
Lunch on own arrangements.
Evening at leisure.
Dinner and overnight stay in Cinnamon Lodge, Habarana or similar.
After breakfast, check out around 09:30 hrs and drive to Kandy, the hill capital and last royal city of the Sinhala kings. Surrounded by forested hills and centered around a tranquil lake, Kandy is home to the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic and is a hub for traditional arts, crafts, and dance.
Enjoy a brief city experience in Kandy. Lunch at a local restaurant.
Thereafter, continue the scenic drive to Nuwara Eliya, passing tea plantations and mist-covered valleys.
Arrive and check-in to the hotel.
Dinner and overnight stay in Jetwing St. Andrews, Nuwara Eliya or similar.
After breakfast, check out around 08:30 hrs and proceed towards Yala, travelling via Ella, a charming hill town set amidst lush tea estates and dramatic mountain scenery.
Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, enjoy a jeep safari at Udawalawe National Park, covering approximately 31,800 hectares. Established in 1972, Udawalawe is famed for its large herds of elephants and open grassland landscapes reminiscent of African savannahs. The park is also home to wild buffalo, deer, jackals, wild boar, and diverse birdlife, sustained by the Udawalawe Reservoir and Walawe River.
After the safari, proceed to the hotel for overnight stay.
Dinner and overnight stay in Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort, or similar.
Breakfast at the hotel followed by leisure time during the morning.
Lunch on own arrangements.
In the afternoon (around 14:00 hrs), depart by 4x4 jeep for an evening safari at Yala National Park (approx. 45-minutes’ drive to the park entrance). Covering nearly 98,000 hectares, Yala is Sri Lanka’s most famous national park and is internationally recognized for its high density of leopards. The park also hosts elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, wild boar, and a wide range of bird species.
Return to the hotel after the safari and relax.Dinner and overnight stay in Cinnamon Wild, Yala or similar.
Early morning, depart (around 05:00 hrs), for a safari in Yala National Park with packed breakfast.
Check-out approximately around 10:00 hrs and drive to Beruwala, visiting Galle Fort en route. Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site on foot, originally built by the Portuguese in 1588 and later fortified by the Dutch. Highlights include colonial architecture, the lighthouse, museums, and historic churches.
Lunch on own arrangements.
Check-in to the hotel and enjoy leisure time by the beach.
Dinner and overnight stay in Cinnamon Bey, Beruwala or similar.
Guests will be picked up approximately 3 hours prior to flight departure and transferred to Bandaranaike International Airport for onward travel.
