13 wildlife packages

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Leopard in a tree in Sri Lanka

Yala leopard and elephant safari

3 days, 2 nights

Two game drives in Sri Lanka's best-known park, led by a naturalist.

Route
Battaramulla, Tissamaharama, Yala
Best time
Feb to Oct
Level
Easy
Group
2 to 6 people

Highlights

  • Dawn and afternoon jeep safaris
  • Leopard, elephant, sloth bear and crocodile habitat
  • Waterbirds around the park lagoons
  • Tracks and signs explained in the field
Day by day
  1. Travel to Tissamaharama. Evening birdwatch at the tank.
  2. Dawn safari in Yala. Rest at midday. Afternoon safari.
  3. Short morning walk or drive, then return.

Included in your quote: naturalist guide, transport and park entry, accommodation, meals as agreed. Exact details are confirmed before you book.

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Leopard resting in Sri Lanka

Wilpattu leopards and sloth bears

3 days, 2 nights

Quiet lake country, fewer vehicles and a good chance of leopard and sloth bear.

Route
Battaramulla, Anuradhapura side, Wilpattu
Best time
May to Oct
Level
Easy
Group
2 to 6 people

Highlights

  • Two safaris among Wilpattu's natural lakes
  • Sloth bear and leopard habitat
  • Forest birds and water birds
  • Evening wildlife talk
Day by day
  1. Drive north to Wilpattu. Short orientation walk at the camp.
  2. Dawn and afternoon safaris.
  3. Final morning safari, then return.

Included in your quote: naturalist guide, transport and park entry, accommodation, meals as agreed. Exact details are confirmed before you book.

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Elephant family in Sri Lanka

Minneriya elephant gathering

2 days, 1 night

Watch wild elephants meet on the lake shore as the dry season peaks.

Route
Battaramulla, Habarana, Minneriya
Best time
Jul to Oct
Level
Easy
Group
2 to 8 people

Highlights

  • Afternoon safari at the gathering
  • Herd behaviour explained by a guide
  • Habarana birdlife at dawn
  • Easy pace, suitable for most ages
Day by day
  1. Drive to Habarana. Afternoon safari at Minneriya.
  2. Dawn birdwatch, then return.

Included in your quote: naturalist guide, transport and park entry, accommodation, meals as agreed. Exact details are confirmed before you book.

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Wild elephant at a lake in Sri Lanka

Udawalawe elephants and birds

2 days, 1 night

Open grassland where elephants are easy to find and birds are everywhere.

Route
Battaramulla, Udawalawe
Best time
Year-round
Level
Easy
Group
2 to 8 people

Highlights

  • Two safaris in open country
  • Elephant family groups up close
  • Raptors, storks and grassland birds
  • Good first safari for families
Day by day
  1. Drive to Udawalawe. Afternoon safari.
  2. Dawn safari, then return.

Included in your quote: naturalist guide, transport and park entry, accommodation, meals as agreed. Exact details are confirmed before you book.

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Paradise flycatcher pair in Sri Lanka

Sinharaja rain forest and endemics

3 days, 2 nights

Walk the UNESCO rain forest with a naturalist and chase endemic birds and frogs.

Route
Battaramulla, Deniyaya, Sinharaja
Best time
Jan to Apr, Aug to Sep
Level
Moderate
Group
2 to 6 people

Highlights

  • Guided forest walks at first light
  • Mixed bird flocks and endemic birds
  • Frogs, lizards and leeches in season
  • Night walk for geckos and frogs
Day by day
  1. Travel to the forest edge. Afternoon introductory walk.
  2. Full-day trek with a bird tick-list. Night walk.
  3. Dawn walk, then return.

Included in your quote: naturalist guide, transport and park entry, accommodation, meals as agreed. Exact details are confirmed before you book.

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Sambar at the lake in Sri Lanka

Horton Plains and hill country

2 days, 1 night

Cool cloud forest, sambar deer and highland endemics at dawn.

Route
Battaramulla, Nuwara Eliya, Horton Plains
Best time
Jan to Mar
Level
Moderate
Group
2 to 8 people

Highlights

  • Early start before the mist rolls in
  • Walk to World's End viewpoint
  • Highland endemic birds and plants
  • Cool weather. Warm layers needed
Day by day
  1. Drive up to the hill country. Garden and tea country stop.
  2. Early walk across the plains, then return.

Included in your quote: naturalist guide, transport and park entry, accommodation, meals as agreed. Exact details are confirmed before you book.

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Painted storks at a lake in Sri Lanka

Bundala and Kumana wetland birds

3 days, 2 nights

Lagoons and tanks full of waders, storks, flamingos and migrants.

Route
Battaramulla, Tissamaharama, Bundala, Kumana
Best time
Nov to Apr
Level
Easy
Group
2 to 6 people

Highlights

  • Wetland safaris in two bird areas
  • Migrant waders in season
  • Boat or jeep options
  • Good light for photography
Day by day
  1. Travel south. Evening at the tank.
  2. Bundala safari and lagoon walk.
  3. Kumana morning drive, then return.

Included in your quote: naturalist guide, transport and park entry, accommodation, meals as agreed. Exact details are confirmed before you book.

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Mirissa whale and dolphin coast

2 days, 1 night

A sunrise boat trip to look for blue whales and dolphins off the south coast.

Route
Battaramulla, Mirissa
Best time
Nov to Apr
Level
Easy
Group
2 to 10 people

Highlights

  • Early boat trip with a naturalist on board
  • Respectful viewing, no chasing
  • Optional turtle nesting visit at night
  • Beach time after the trip
Day by day
  1. Drive to the south coast. Free evening.
  2. Sunrise boat trip, then return.

Included in your quote: naturalist guide, transport and park entry, accommodation, meals as agreed. Exact details are confirmed before you book.

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Blue-tailed bee-eater in Sri Lanka

Endemic birds challenge

7 days, 6 nights

A week-long tick-list tour to find as many of the island's endemic birds as possible.

Route
Sinharaja, Kitulgala, Horton Plains, Bundala
Best time
Nov to Apr
Level
Moderate
Group
2 to 6 people

Highlights

  • Guided count across four habitats
  • Daily species log and recap
  • Rain forest, cloud forest and wetland
  • Photography stops along the way
Day by day
  1. Travel to Kitulgala. River birding.
  2. Kitulgala forest walks.
  3. Move to Sinharaja. Afternoon walk.
  4. Full day in Sinharaja.
  5. Hill country and Horton Plains.
  6. Travel south to Bundala. Wetland birds.
  7. Final morning count, then return.

Included in your quote: naturalist guide, transport and park entry, accommodation, meals as agreed. Exact details are confirmed before you book.

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Spotted deer sparring in Sri Lanka

Wildlife photography expedition

6 days, 5 nights

Slow, patient trips built around the best light and the best positions.

Route
Yala, Udawalawe, Minneriya
Best time
Feb to Oct
Level
Moderate
Group
2 to 4 people

Highlights

  • Small groups and extra safari time
  • Guide helps with light and angles
  • Dawn and dusk sessions
  • Time to edit and review each night
Day by day
  1. Travel to Udawalawe. Afternoon session.
  2. Dawn and dusk sessions.
  3. Move to Yala. Afternoon session.
  4. Full Yala dawn and dusk.
  5. Move to Minneriya area. Afternoon session.
  6. Final dawn session, then return.

Included in your quote: naturalist guide, transport and park entry, accommodation, meals as agreed. Exact details are confirmed before you book.

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Elephant in misty forest in Sri Lanka

Wildlife highlights of Sri Lanka

9 days, 8 nights

The classic island loop: big animals, rain forest, hills and wetlands.

Route
Yala, Udawalawe, Sinharaja, Horton Plains, Minneriya
Best time
Year-round, route adjusts
Level
Moderate
Group
2 to 8 people

Highlights

  • Five habitats in nine days
  • Naturalist guide throughout
  • Safaris, forest walks and highland hikes
  • Route changes with the season
Day by day
  1. Arrival and briefing.
  2. Udawalawe safari.
  3. Yala safaris.
  4. Yala dawn, then Sinharaja.
  5. Sinharaja trek.
  6. Hill country.
  7. Horton Plains walk.
  8. Minneriya safari.
  9. Return.

Included in your quote: naturalist guide, transport and park entry, accommodation, meals as agreed. Exact details are confirmed before you book.

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Elephants at a sanctuary in Sri Lanka

Family wildlife holiday

5 days, 4 nights

Easy, safe trips with kid-friendly guiding, plenty of animals and a beach day.

Route
Udawalawe, Yala, Mirissa
Best time
Year-round
Level
Easy
Group
2 to 8 people

Highlights

  • Short drives and short walks
  • Junior naturalist activity sheets
  • Elephants, deer, birds and monkeys
  • Beach day at the end
Day by day
  1. Drive to Udawalawe. Afternoon safari.
  2. Dawn safari, then to Yala area.
  3. Yala safari.
  4. Travel to the coast.
  5. Beach morning, then return.

Included in your quote: naturalist guide, transport and park entry, accommodation, meals as agreed. Exact details are confirmed before you book.

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Back to Green volunteer week

4 days, 3 nights

Plant native trees, help with surveys and take part in awareness days.

Route
Island-wide, to be agreed
Best time
Rainy months
Level
Moderate
Group
2 to 12 people

Highlights

  • Native tree planting with our team
  • Field survey basics
  • School or community awareness day
  • Direct help for conservation work
Day by day
  1. Arrive and meet the team.
  2. Planting day.
  3. Survey and awareness day.
  4. Wrap-up and return.

Included in your quote: naturalist guide, transport and park entry, accommodation, meals as agreed. Exact details are confirmed before you book.

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Good to know

Is the price fixed?

No. We send a quote after you share your dates, group size and interests.

Can I change a package?

Yes. Every package can be shortened, extended or combined with another.

How do I book?

Send the planner on WhatsApp or call us. We confirm details before any payment.

Where does my money go?

All income is spent on nature conservation through WildREACH Trust.

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