Colombo Trip Overview
Wildlife photography is one of the most challenging forms of photography that gives an opportunity to collect lifetime memories. This tour includes four different wildlife sanctuaries including one rain forest and three national parks that are famous for different wildlife habitats. You will have the opportunity to photograph the nature wonders at Sinharaja Rainforest, leopards in Yala National Park, Elephants in Udawalawe National Park and birds in Bundala National Park whilst enjoying the luxury comfort at the best wildlife accommodation options.
Additional Info
Duration: 5 days
Starts: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Private & Custom Tours >> Private Sightseeing Tours
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Wildlife photography is one of the most challenging forms of photography that gives an opportunity to collect lifetime memories. This tour includes four different wildlife sanctuaries including one rain forest and three national parks that are famous for different wildlife habitats. You will have the opportunity to photograph the nature wonders at Sinharaja Rainforest, leopards in Yala National Park, Elephants in Udawalawe National Park and birds in Bundala National Park whilst enjoying the luxury comfort at the best wildlife accommodation options.
Itinerary
Day 1: Pick up – Sinharaja
Stop At: Rain Forest Eco Lodge, Palavinna Estate,Dorekanda, Ratnapura, Sri Lanka
You will be Picked up from Colombo or any other beach destination in south west coast of Sri Lanka and driven to Sinharaja (approx. 3 hours’ drive)
On arrival at the Sinharaja, you will check in to the Rainforest eco lodge.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Sinharaja Forest Reserve, Ensalwaththa Road, Viharahena 81500 Sri Lanka
Late afternoon, your nature guide will take you on a memorable trekking tour in the Sinharaja rainforest which is one of the eight UNESCO World Heritage sites available in Sri Lanka. With so many species of endemic flora and fauna, Sinharaja will create a big opportunity to photograph some wonders nature creations.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Sinharaja Rainforest Eco Lodge.
Day 2: Sinharaja – Udawalawa – Yala
Stop At: Udawalawe National Park Sri Lanka
After Breakfast, you will be driven to Udawalawe (approx. 3 hours drive) where you will start a game drive at Udawalawe National Park which is one of the best homes for Asian Elephants. This will be another great photographic opportunity that is totally different to Sinharaja.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort, No. 912, B427, Udawalawa 70190, Sri Lanka
On completion of the Safari, You will enjoy your lunch at Grand Udawalawe Hotel and then drive to Yala National Park.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Leopard Nest Campsite.
Day 3: Yala – Bundala – Yala
Stop At: Yala National Park, Yala National Park
Wake up at dawn around 5:00 am to freshly brewed Ceylon tea or coffee. Then leave on morning game drive at 5:30 am with your camera to photograph the thrilling adventure of Yala National park including roaming elephants and more leopards per area than anywhere else on the planet!
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Leopard Nest – Glamping in Yala, Palatupana, Yala, Tissamaharama 82600, Sri Lanka
Return from morning game drive at 9-10am to freshly squeezed juices from seasonal fruits followed by breakfast.
After breakfast, you can relax and unwind by taking a nap in the hammock or checking books about wildlife in the library.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Bundala National Park, A 2 Road .bundala Junction Hambantota, Weligatta 82000 Sri Lanka
After Lunch at the campsite, you will be taken to Bundala National Park which is an excellent choice for Bird watching and photography.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Leopard Nest Campsite.
Day 4: Yala – Yala
Stop At: Nimalawa, Sri Lanka
Wake up around 5:00 am to freshly brewed Ceylon tea or coffee. Start to trek through thick bushes with a pathway access to a wonderful lake which offers breath-taking views and bird watching opportunities. This will lead you another photographic opportunity. If you are fortunate enough, you will encounter wildlife like elephants; Deers; palm squirrels; wild boars; etc. Also, you will confront both endemic and migratory birds; butterflies and lizards and land monitors slithering around the lake. Capture the splendid views of wildlife and nature to take back home. Don’t forget to ask your naturalist to share his adventures in the wild during the trek. Enjoy breakfast at a private location by a lake whilst listening to the singing of birds and feeling the fresh breeze.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Palatupana, Palatupana, Yala National Park
After breakfast, you can explore the village and experience the village life in the surrounding area and arrive at the campsite for Lunch.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Yala National Park, Yala National Park
In the afternoon, you will start your game drive at Yala National Park to have another chance of photographing the Leopards.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Leopard Nest Campsite.
Day 5: Yala – Colombo
Stop At: Colombo Fort, Galle Buck, Colombo Sri Lanka
After breakfast, you will be driven back to Colombo or your beach hotel situated in southwest coast.
Duration: 15 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
