● Ancient capital of Kandy; Sacred Temple of the Tooth at Kandy.
● Wildlife Safaris in the most attractive National Parks in the Island – Jeep & boat Safaris
● Explore the Central Highlands to discern the different landscapes, topography & Views.
● Arugam Bay Surf, Galle & Colombo Beaches to relax, kick back & unwind.
● Explore Ella and enjoy the unique atmosphere .
● Camp out in the wilderness under the stars, with bonfire, dances, folk tales, music, BBQ dinner, and fireflies.
Wilderness to the Beaches Trail
15 Days | 14 Nights
- Specially designed for travelers desiring dazzling beaches & watersports activities on the deserted Chilaw & East Coast shorelines.
- Jeep safaris into the stunning wildlife national parks: Wilpattu, UdaWalawe & Yala.
- Sigiriya rock fortress climb, anomalies, fun picnics & elephant safaris.
- Spotting leopards, blue whales, ‘play’ with dolphins, sightseeing at Arugam Bay beach / surfing.
Especially designed for the discerning travelers who are looking to explore the Wildlife National Parks & the pristine Beaches particularly. However, this includes other major attractions en route which serves not to exclude a comprehensive tour of the Island. Almost every aspect of the country is covered in this tour Package to enable you to have fun & excitement on your vacation. Any suggestions can certainly be incorporated in order to enable you to include what you desire, enable you to relax & enjoy your tour.
The following chart is only a preliminary sketch of an imaginary tour plan of a potential tour, so based on your preferences we can custom make any program to meet your requirements.
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Arrival – Bandaranaike International Airport BIA / Kalpitiya Transfer
● Whale Watching – Spot Blue Giants (with hearts as big as cars)
Kalpitiya Beach
● Watersports – Kite Surfing, Wind Surfing, Snorkeling, Scuba Diving etc.
Kalpitiya / Wilpattu Transfer
● Jeep Safari to spot Leopards, Black Cats etc.
Wilpattu / Habarana / Sigiriya Transfer
● En route: Visit the ancient Aukana Buddha Statue - 3rd Tallest in the world after China & Malaysia.
● Afternoon – Visit Minneriya National Wildlife Park to see real wild life including 'Gentle Giants', Deer, Leopards & other mammals, reptiles, amphibians & birds etc. - in a protected Jeep Safari.
● Afternoon – Visit Minneriya National Wildlife Park to see real wild life including 'Gentle Giants', Deer, Leopards & other mammals, reptiles, amphibians & birds etc. - in a protected Jeep Safari.
Sigiriya
● Climb the 'Lion's Rock' Fortress for the Sunrise with picnic breakfast - UNESCO World Heritage Site.
● Evening – Visit the ancient ruins of Polonnaruwa including the 'Gal Vihara' (Stone Temple Sculptures) - UNESCO World Heritage Site. En route : Minneriya NP Elephant Safari
● Evening – Visit the ancient ruins of Polonnaruwa including the 'Gal Vihara' (Stone Temple Sculptures) - UNESCO World Heritage Site. En route : Minneriya NP Elephant Safari
Sigiriya / Kandy / Ramboda
● En route: Visit the Rangiri Cave Temple at Dambulla to See ancient Murals, Art & Carvings & the Matale Alu Viharaya Temple
● Evening – At 5 pm, Watch the Kandy Cultural Dance Performance & Stroll around the picturesque Kandy Lake over 1000 meters above sea level in a chilly atmosphere.
● Visit the Kandy Sacred Temple – Sri Dalada Maligawa Holy Shrine opposite the Lake.
● En route : Visit a Tea Factory near Nuwara Eliya, Ramboda Falls & picturesque scenery
● Evening – At 5 pm, Watch the Kandy Cultural Dance Performance & Stroll around the picturesque Kandy Lake over 1000 meters above sea level in a chilly atmosphere.
● Visit the Kandy Sacred Temple – Sri Dalada Maligawa Holy Shrine opposite the Lake.
● En route : Visit a Tea Factory near Nuwara Eliya, Ramboda Falls & picturesque scenery
Ramboda / Ella – Train Journey
● Scenic views of the Rolling Hills of the Central Highlands
Ella
● On arrival in Ella - Visit the Little 'Adam's Peak & the 9 Arches Bridge - all made of Stone by British Engineers.
● Explore the Street Food of the Hill country on the streets of Ella
● Explore the Street Food of the Hill country on the streets of Ella
Ella / Arugam Bay Transfer
● Relax on the Sparkling East Coast Beach of Arugam Bay
● Enjoy the Beach & the beach parties on the shore to be fun
● Enjoy the Beach & the beach parties on the shore to be fun
Arugam Bay / Yala NP Transfer
● En route: Visit Buduruwagala Stone Carvings – 2ñd Century BC Mahayana Rock Carving
Yala National Park
● Afternoon: Visit the Yala National Wildlife park on a protected jeep safari with a vigilant eye to spot a Leopard as it is a truly wildlife national Park.
Udawalawe National Park
● Visit the UdaWalawe National Wildlife park on a protected jeep safari with a vigilant eye to spot a Leopard as it is a truly deserted Non-Touristic Park.
Udawalawe / Galle Transfer
● En route: Visit the only 'Blowhole of SL' – 2nd biggest in the world
● If time permits : Hop on a boat to go Whale Spotting at Mirissa Beach
● Evening – Visit the Galle Dutch Fort with beautifully landscaped ramparts – UNESCO World Heritage Site.
● If time permits : Hop on a boat to go Whale Spotting at Mirissa Beach
● Evening – Visit the Galle Dutch Fort with beautifully landscaped ramparts – UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Galle
● Visit some of the magnificent beaches of the South – Unawatuna Cove, Weligama Bay or Kaluwella (black sand) Beach etc.
● Evening – Visit Bird Watching / Turtle Hatchery in the Vicinity of Galle, a former Portuguese Capital of the Island known as “Taprobane”.
● Evening – Visit Bird Watching / Turtle Hatchery in the Vicinity of Galle, a former Portuguese Capital of the Island known as “Taprobane”.
Galle / Colombo BIA Transfer – Departure
● En route: Visit the Stilt Fishing – Lonely, Patient Fishermen half scotting on wooden columns with Fishing rods in silence.
● If time permits prior to Departure to the Airport – feel free to take a dip in the vast Indian Ocean by the beach and to collect souvenirs of your amazing visit.
● If time permits prior to Departure to the Airport – feel free to take a dip in the vast Indian Ocean by the beach and to collect souvenirs of your amazing visit.