Sri Lanka 8 Day Private Tour Kandy Ella Yala Safari and Bentota

Day 1: Day 1: Colombo / Airport – Journey to Kandy

1. Kandy
   1 day
   Your private Sri Lanka journey begins with pickup from Colombo International Airport, Colombo, Negombo or another agreed location. Meet your English-speaking chauffeur guide and travel directly to Kandy, Sri Lanka’s cultural capital surrounded by green hills and rich heritage.
   
   Depending on arrival time, guests may enjoy a relaxed Kandy city tour covering Kandy Lake, viewpoint, local market, cultural show or the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. The day is arranged at a comfortable pace to help guests settle into the journey.
   
   Overnight stay: Kandy

Day 2: Day 2: Kandy – Journey to Nuwara Eliya

1. Nuwara Eliya
   1 day
   After breakfast, begin the scenic journey from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya, one of Sri Lanka’s most loved hill-country destinations. The route passes through mountain roads, waterfalls, tea plantations and cool-climate villages.
   
   Nuwara Eliya is known for its fresh mountain air, colonial-style charm, garden landscapes and peaceful lake surroundings. Guests may enjoy leisure time around Gregory Lake, Victoria Park, local market, tea estates or selected viewpoints depending on timing and preference.
   
   Overnight stay: Nuwara Eliya

Day 3: Day 3: Nuwara Eliya – Journey to Ella

1. Ella
   1 day
   After breakfast, continue the journey towards Ella, a relaxed hill-country town famous for mountain views, waterfalls, railway bridges, cafés and peaceful nature.
   
   Depending on route and timing, guests may enjoy scenic stops, tea country views and waterfalls along the way. Upon arrival in Ella, enjoy leisure time at the hotel or around Ella town. Optional experiences may include Nine Arch Bridge, Little Adam’s Peak, Ravana Falls or a relaxed hill-country walk.
   
   Overnight stay: Ella

Day 4: Day 4: Ella – Journey to Yala & Safari Experience

1. Yala National Park
   1 day
   After breakfast, travel from Ella towards Yala, passing through changing landscapes from cool mountain scenery to Sri Lanka’s dry-zone wildlife region.
   
   On arrival in the Yala area, prepare for an exciting safari experience in Yala National Park or nearby wildlife zone depending on park conditions and availability. Yala is one of Sri Lanka’s most famous national parks and is well known for leopards, elephants, spotted deer, crocodiles, birds and beautiful wilderness scenery.
   
   Wildlife sightings are natural experiences and cannot be guaranteed, but the safari offers one of the best opportunities to experience Sri Lanka’s wild side.
   
   Overnight stay: Yala / Tissamaharama area

Day 5: Day 5: Leisure Time in Yala

1. Yala National Park
   1 day
   Enjoy a relaxed day in the Yala region, allowing guests to rest and appreciate the peaceful surroundings after the safari experience. This day is designed at a slower pace, giving travellers time to enjoy the hotel, pool, natural landscape and wildlife atmosphere without rushing.
   
   Guests may spend the day at leisure or choose optional activities such as an additional morning or afternoon safari, Tissamaharama Lake visit, Kataragama sacred city visit, village surroundings, nature photography or relaxed hotel time depending on preference.
   In the evening, enjoy a special destination dining experience, included as part of the package. This private or specially arranged dinner creates a memorable travel moment in the Yala region, combining Sri Lankan hospitality, natural ambience and a relaxed premium dining setting. The dining experience may be arranged at the hotel, outdoor venue or selected location depending on hotel facilities, weather and operational conditions.

Day 6: Day 6: Yala – Journey to Bentota & Beach Leisure

1. 1 day
   After breakfast, check out and travel towards Bentota, one of Sri Lanka’s most popular beach destinations on the southwest coast. The journey passes through southern coastal towns, tropical landscapes and seaside scenery.
   
   Upon arrival in Bentota, check in to your beach hotel and enjoy leisure time by the beach, pool or resort. Bentota is ideal for guests who want to relax after the cultural, mountain and safari sections of the tour.

Day 7: Day 7: Bentota Excursion Activities & Coastal Leisure

1. 1 day
   Enjoy a relaxed day in Bentota with optional excursion activities. Guests may choose experiences such as Madu River boat safari, turtle hatchery visit, water sports, beach walk, local market visit or simply spend the day enjoying the hotel and beach.
   
   Bentota is known for its golden coastline, calm holiday atmosphere, river landscapes and easy access to soft adventure and nature-based activities. This day is planned flexibly so guests can enjoy either active excursions or full leisure time.
   
   Overnight stay: Bentota

Day 8: Day 8: Bentota – Colombo Airport Departure

1. Colombo
   6h
   After breakfast, check out from the hotel and travel to Colombo International Airport, Colombo, Negombo or another agreed drop-off location.
   
   Depending on flight time, optional comfort stops or last-minute shopping can be arranged. This completes a memorable Sri Lanka journey combining culture, tea country, Ella, Yala safari, wildlife landscapes and Bentota beach leisure.

Pickup details

The wildlife Guardian colleague wearing our Company Polo shirt will be waiting to pick our guests at the Bandaranayaka International Airpor Sri Lanka. The Wildlife Guardian team member/The driver will be waiting for you with a sign with the lead travelers name.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels