Kandana Trip Overview
This is a tour designed to enjoy some sightseeing on a transfer to the eastern coastal town of Trincomalee or the beaches of Nilaveli just north of it. The transfer therefore includes a heritage highlight, the cave temples of Dambulla, as well as a wildlife experience, namely an elephant safari.
Our experienced drivers are known for careful driving. They have been doing these tours for 5 years. Their cultural & historical expertise well-founded.
Additional Info
Duration: 10 to 12 hours
Starts: Kandana, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Kandana, Western Province, Sri Lanka
This is a tour designed to enjoy some sightseeing on a transfer to the eastern coastal town of Trincomalee or the beaches of Nilaveli just north of it. The transfer therefore includes a heritage highlight, the cave temples of Dambulla, as well as a wildlife experience, namely an elephant safari.
Our experienced drivers are known for careful driving. They have been doing these tours for 5 years. Their cultural & historical expertise well-founded.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Golden Temple of Dambulla, Dambulla 21100 Sri Lanka
Around lunchtime we will take a break at the Golden Temple of Dambulla, which is world-famous for its ancient Buddhist cave temple. These are the largest painted caves in Sri Lanka, the murals are considered to be the most excellent paintings in the Kandyan style.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Minneriya National Park, Maradankadawala-Habarana-Thirukkondaiadimadu Highway, 50150 Sri Lanka
The afternoon safari will take place in Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park or Hurula Eco Park, depending on where the most elephants can be seen at the specific day of your excursion. In the northern summer and autumn months, the migrating animals can be seen in large herds, bathing in the evening, an event famously known as Elephant Gathering.
Duration: 3 hours
Pass By: Nilaveli, Nilaveli, Eastern Province
Your final destination will be Trincomalee or one of the long sandy beaches nearby, such as Nilaveli or Uppuweli.
