Sri Lanka wildlife tour 7 days
This particular Sri Lanka wildlife tour for 7 days is designed for travellers short of time.
A choice of Budget, Standard & luxury accommodation is offered. You may choose an accommodation that suits your budget.
These tour packages can be tailored to suit your needs. Pictured below are some wildlife you will encounter during your tour. This wildlife tour offers you an opportunity to learn about the forests and make a connection between yourself and wild nature in the surroundings.
A choice of Budget, Standard & luxury accommodation is offered. You may choose an accommodation that suits your budget.
These tour packages can be tailored to suit your needs. Pictured below are some wildlife you will encounter during your tour. This wildlife tour offers you an opportunity to learn about the forests and make a connection between yourself and wild nature in the surroundings.
ITINERARY
DAY 01: ARRIVAL/COLOMBO
WELCOME TO SRI LANKA
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Program for the day
Budget: Steuart by Citrus Standard: Mt. Lavinia Luxury: Shangri-la Meals: Breakfast |
Please note: We have suggested 3 categories of accomodation. You may choice which category suits your budget when making a booking.
DAY 02: SINHARAJA FOREST
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After an early breakfast proceed to Sinharaja rain forest reserve. This forest is a UNESCO World Heritage listed site. You will go on a trek into the forest accompanied by a guide.There are no vehicles to take you inside the park. You will have to explore the park by foot. There are rangers at the entrance available for information before you start your trek. Your guide will lead you along slippery trails beneath the canopy of trees. Plants, animals and birds could be seen in abundance. Watch out for leeches and wear long trousers to tuck into your socks. Get connected with nature on this tour.
DAY 03: UDAWALAWE
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After an early breakfast proceed to Udawalawe. Next you will embark on a wildlife safari at the Udawalawe National park, a wildlife sanctuary created for displaced elephants during the construction of the Udawalawe reservoir. This sanctuary is now considered the main attraction to spot elephants at a leisurely pace.
DAY 04: YALA NATIONAL PARK
Overview
After an early breakfast start your next wildlife tour at the famous Yala National Park. This park is famous for the elusive leopard and spotting one could be a nightmare with all the jeeps rushing to spots where leopards have been sighted. You will also see many elephants, deer, sloth bear, crocodile, monkeys and endemic and migratory birds. The park is divided into 5 blocks. Block number one is famous for spotting a leopard.
After an early breakfast start your next wildlife tour at the famous Yala National Park. This park is famous for the elusive leopard and spotting one could be a nightmare with all the jeeps rushing to spots where leopards have been sighted. You will also see many elephants, deer, sloth bear, crocodile, monkeys and endemic and migratory birds. The park is divided into 5 blocks. Block number one is famous for spotting a leopard.
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DAY 05: NUWARA ELIYA
Overview
After an early breakfast proceed to the central highlands of Sri Lanka where the climate is cooler and the scenery breathtaking. You will visit a tea factory and a tea plantation and rest for the day. Nuwara Eliya - The ‘Little England’ of Sri Lanka, is set against beautiful backdrops of mountains, valleys, waterfalls and tea plantations. It is supposed to be one of the coldest places in the island, much similar to an English spring day, although the temperature does drop at night.
You will see evidence of British influence around this town. Houses are like country cottages or Queen Anne style mansions.
After an early breakfast proceed to the central highlands of Sri Lanka where the climate is cooler and the scenery breathtaking. You will visit a tea factory and a tea plantation and rest for the day. Nuwara Eliya - The ‘Little England’ of Sri Lanka, is set against beautiful backdrops of mountains, valleys, waterfalls and tea plantations. It is supposed to be one of the coldest places in the island, much similar to an English spring day, although the temperature does drop at night.
You will see evidence of British influence around this town. Houses are like country cottages or Queen Anne style mansions.
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DAY 06: KANDY
Overview
After breakfast proceed to Kandy the last kingdom that fell under colonial rule. This is an historic town, home to the sacred temple of the tooth relic of the buddha. Since Sri Lanka is predominantly a buddhist country you will find many locals flocking to this temple to meditate and pray for blessings from the buddha. In the evening you are free to watch a cultural show that ends with a fire walking ceremony.
After breakfast proceed to Kandy the last kingdom that fell under colonial rule. This is an historic town, home to the sacred temple of the tooth relic of the buddha. Since Sri Lanka is predominantly a buddhist country you will find many locals flocking to this temple to meditate and pray for blessings from the buddha. In the evening you are free to watch a cultural show that ends with a fire walking ceremony.
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DAY 07: PERADENIYA/AIRPORT
Overview
Today you will check out of your hotel and continue your journey to the airport for your departure. On the way you can visit the botanical gardens at Peradeniya Stop for lunch in Colombo if time permits.(Optional). If your departure is late in the night we recommend you book a day room at a hotel close to the airport for you to freshen up before boarding your flight. Extra charges will apply.
Today you will check out of your hotel and continue your journey to the airport for your departure. On the way you can visit the botanical gardens at Peradeniya Stop for lunch in Colombo if time permits.(Optional). If your departure is late in the night we recommend you book a day room at a hotel close to the airport for you to freshen up before boarding your flight. Extra charges will apply.
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GOODBYE! HAVE A SAFE FLIGHT HOME
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Please note: Travellers on late night departures can request for a day room close to the airport. You may consult your travel agent for reservations. Extra charges apply.
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PRICE CHART
This price chart is for your convenience.
You have three categories of hotels to choose from - Budget/Standard/Luxury.
Please select which category hotel suits you best and notify us on the contact page. Don't forget to include the code.
Thank you.
CODE: STLW50WLD7D
You have three categories of hotels to choose from - Budget/Standard/Luxury.
Please select which category hotel suits you best and notify us on the contact page. Don't forget to include the code.
Thank you.
CODE: STLW50WLD7D
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ANIMALS OF SRI LANKA
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Accommodation in shared double room with private bathroom
- Meals are as stated in the program breakfast & dinner
- Transfers and tours with local English-speaking chauffeur guide in confirmable A/C Vehicle
- All entrance fees as per itinerary
- All government taxes and service charges
EXCLUDED
- Personal travel medical insurance
- Airport departure tax
- Elephant rides
- Expenses of personal nature (Telephone calls, Laundry etc.).
- Tips and gratuities.
- Any items specifically not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Video and Camera permits.
- Lunch, Mineral water or other beverages throughout the tour.
- Compulsory peak supplements
CANCELLATION POLICY
30 days prior to arrival, no cancellation
15 days - 29 days prior to arrival, 50 % of the Room cost
01 - 14 days prior to arrival, 100 % of the Room
15 days - 29 days prior to arrival, 50 % of the Room cost
01 - 14 days prior to arrival, 100 % of the Room
ROUTE MAP
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ARC MARKET PLACE ID: AU 064612
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