The Big 5 in Southern Coast Season (7 Days)

Duration7 days

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

A truly wild experience in the south of Sri Lanka. Enjoy sights of Sri Lanka's renowned top 5 mammals. The Blue whale, Sperm Whale, Leopard, Sloth Beer and Elephant. Through Mirissa, to Yala with a stop in Udawalawe en-route to Colombo, this tour takes you through two wild safaris, one exhilarating boat trip to watch the whales and 1 full night of relaxing in the warm tropical City of Colombo.

Options

Van (Large) with A/C

LK10061703: Van (Large) with A/C which can accommodate maximum of (8) passengers and (8) check-in, (8) carry-on luggage.
Pickup included

Bus (Standard) with A/C

LK10061704: Bus (Standard) with A/C which can accommodate maximum of (15) passengers and (15) check-in, (15) carry-on luggage.
Pickup included

Van (Standard) with A/C

LK10061702: Van (Standard) with A/C which can accommodate maximum of (5) passengers and (5) check-in, (5) carry-on luggage.
Pickup included

Car (Standard) with A/C

LK10061701: Car (Standard) with A/C which can accommodate maximum of (2) passengers and (2) check-in, (2) carry-on luggage.
Pickup included

What's included

2 x 500ml Water Bottles per Person per Day.
Transport in a Private Vehicle, Fuel, Parking & Highway tolls.
Service of English-Speaking Chauffeur Guide.
All prevailing taxes and service charges.

Hotel Accommodation and Meals.
Entrance fees to the respective sites.
Chauffeur Guide's Accommodation.
Expenses of personal nature.
Visa and Related Expenses.

What to expect

Day 1: Airport > Mirissa

Mirissa Beach
Pass by

Arrive at Colombo International Airport. Here, you will be met by a designated chauffeur guide from Lakpura After the formalities at the airport you will be escorted to your air conditioned vehicle and proceed to Mirissa and check in to the hotel and relax.

Day 2: Mirissa

5h · Admission ticket included

This tour gives you an opportunity to see the biggest mammals on earth, the whales, in their natural habitat. Get a chance to see blue whales, sperm whales and fin whales as they swim in the waters to the south of Sri Lanka. Gain more knowledge about the whales as a species from a qualified naturalist and learn to identify them. This tour gives you a responsible whale watching experience with a minimal imprint on nature.

Day 3: Mirissa > Yala

Kamal Safari Bundala Park
3h · Admission ticket included

Each and every species of water bird found in Sri Lanka is believed to visit Bundala National Park. Nearly 200 species of birds have been recorded within the park, out of which 58 species are migratory birds.

During September and March, hordes of migrants arrive in Bundala; among them are Marsh and Curlew Sandpiper, Curlew and Greenshank Golden and Kentish Plover, Large and Lesser Sandplovers. While the Broad-billed Sandpipper and Red-necked Phalarope are the rare visitors, the most famous migratory bird is greater flamingo. Hordes of flamingoes are one of the most common sights. In this period over 10,000 shore birds might be feeding at any one day.

Day 4: Yala

Yala National Park
10h

This amazing full day Safari offers the opportunity to visit Yala National Park, the second largest in the island based off the Southeastern coast of Sri Lanka. Get a chance to see the famous Sri Lankan leopards, indigenous wild water buffalo, Sri Lankan Sloth Bear and large herds of Sri Lankan Elephants. The park is also home to many other species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates.

Day 5: Yala > Udawalawe

Udawalawe National Park
3h · Admission ticket included

Enjoy a evening safari which would give you a chance to explore the amazing Udawalawe National Park. Travel through the marshes, forests and grasslands of the park that was created as a sanctuary for wildlife in the 1970s. See the water birds and Sri Lankan elephants for which the park is famed. Catch glimpses of the other mammals and birds, as well as the reptiles, amphibians and butterflies.

Day 6: Udawalwe > Colombo

Udawalawe National Park
3h · Admission ticket included

Enjoy a morning safari which would give you a chance to explore the amazing Udawalawe National Park. Travel through the marshes, forests and grasslands of the park that was created as a sanctuary for wildlife in the 1970s. See the water birds and Sri Lankan elephants for which the park is famed. Catch glimpses of the other mammals and birds, as well as the reptiles, amphibians and butterflies.

Day 7: Colombo > Airport

Colombo City Centre
3h · Admission ticket not included

Experience the colorful lights and bright life of Colombo, the capital City of Sri Lanka. Visit historic monuments such as the Old Lighthouse, the Old Parliament, Galle Face Hotel, Galle Face Green and the National Museum and more. Enjoy the malls of Independence Square or the Race Course. Visit boutique shops and designer stores.

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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