11h 30m
Guided in English
Instant confirmation
Mobile ticket

Highlights

We will start by 8AM in the morning from where you staying in Colombo, Negombo or suburbs. Prior to the safari experience, you will serve by traditional, authentic Lunch at cultural village Pelvehera and a complimentary carbon neutral paddle boat ride on village lake. Then you will shift to an open concept 4×4 safari jeep and will reach the Kaudulla, Minneriya or Hurulu eco national park (based on the transitioning behavior of wildlife creatures) where the largest elephant gatherings are happening in Sri Lanka. Spotting them near the lake will be one of the most interesting highlights of your Sri Lanka trip. Other than that there are other wildlife creatures such as endemic Sri Lankan Sambar Deers, Axis deers, 02 types of endemic monkeys, wide range of birds and the list goes on. Our trekker will ride you to the spots where you can spot these creatures. Evening Snacks will be provided. In the end, we will drop you to Trincomalee or Niaveli and along the memories grabbed across the day.

Inclusions

What's included

Evening snacks
Hotel pickup and drop (by Car or MPV)
Safari drive with experienced trekker
Bottled water
Carbon neutral paddle boat ride on village lake
Authentic Sri Lankan lunch

What's not

National park entrance fee

Itinerary

Minneriya National Park was designated as a national park on 12 August 1997, having been originally declared as a wildlife sanctuary in 1938. The reason for declaring the area is to protect the catchment of Minneriya tank and the wildlife of the surrounding area. The tank is of historical importance, having been built by King Mahasen in the third century AD. The park is a dry season feeding ground for the elephant population dwelling in forests of Polonnaruwa, and Trincomalee districts. Along with Kaudulla and Girithale, Minneriya forms one of the 70 Important bird areas of Sri Lanka.
3.5 h
As a value addition you will serve with authentic lunch (made by local villagers and a complimentary carbon neutral paddle boat ride on the village lake.
2 h

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Reviews

4.4

Ratings come from 7 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

Know before you go

Pickup: Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size: Up to 10 travellers
Operated by: Tuktukdude Leisure

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Min No of participants: Kindly note that the min no of participants for this experience is 02 and if you are a solo traveler, please reach us via TripAdvisor customer support to let us know the possible dates for you to participate. We will do our best to take you on board for a shared experience. Happy holidays! :)

How it compares in Colombo

Its from-price is close to the median of the 469 day trips we list in Colombo.
Its length is typical for the group.
By number of reviews it ranks 70 of 469.

About Colombo

Colombo is Sri Lanka's largest city and commercial capital, where colonial landmarks, Buddhist temples, busy markets and a seafront promenade meet.

Galle Face Green, a long seafront lawn, fills with families, kite flyers and street-food stalls as the sun sets over the Indian Ocean. Nearby, the Fort district keeps colonial buildings such as the Old Dutch Hospital, restored as shops and restaurants, and the red-and-white striped Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque rises over the crowded market streets of Pettah.

Top-ranked sights in Colombo: Gangaramaya Temple, Galle Face Green, Independence Square.

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