Colombo Trip Overview
Afternoon spent at Minneriya National Park is truly a must have experience if you visit Sri Lanka. The elephants were the center of attraction in the safari, but you could witness warthogs large amount of birds and buffaloes. If you are an elephant seeker, it’s the best place in Sri Lanka. The elephant gathering in Minneriya is documented as the largest known meeting place of Asian Elephants in the world and is a thrilling spectacle that would be remembered for rest of the life of all those who were fortunate enough to witness it. 24 species of mammals and over 170 species of birds have been recorded here and out Of the 25 species of reptiles recorded in the park 8 are endemic.
Overview
• Experience Sri Lanka’s vast wildlife on a private elephant safari
• Explore Minneriya National Park, the world density capital for Elephants
• Enjoy personalized attention on a private tour
• Hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
Duration: 12 to 14 hours
Starts: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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Afternoon spent at Minneriya National Park is truly a must have experience if you visit Sri Lanka. The elephants were the center of attraction in the safari, but you could witness warthogs large amount of birds and buffaloes. If you are an elephant seeker, it’s the best place in Sri Lanka. The elephant gathering in Minneriya is documented as the largest known meeting place of Asian Elephants in the world and is a thrilling spectacle that would be remembered for rest of the life of all those who were fortunate enough to witness it. 24 species of mammals and over 170 species of birds have been recorded here and out Of the 25 species of reptiles recorded in the park 8 are endemic.
Overview
• Experience Sri Lanka’s vast wildlife on a private elephant safari
• Explore Minneriya National Park, the world density capital for Elephants
• Enjoy personalized attention on a private tour
• Hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
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Stop At: Minneriya National Park, Maradankadawala-Habarana-Thirukkondaiadimadu Highway, 50150 Sri Lanka
Minneriya National Park is a national park which have been originally declared as a wildlife sanctuary in 1938. The reason for declaring the area as protected is to protect the catchment of Minneriya tank and the wildlife of the surrounding area. Being part of the elephant corridor which joins up with Kaudulla and Wasgomuwa parks, Minneriya National Park gives the opportunity to see herds of Elephants throughout the year. Among the 24 species of mammals resident in the park are Elephants, Leopards, Sloth Bear, Spotted Deer, Sambar Deer, Wild Buffalo, Wild Pig, Grey Langers, Purple-faced Leaf Monkey, three species of Mongoose, Porcupine and Indian Pangolin. Minneriya National Park has recorded over 170 species of birds. Among the nine species of Amphibians at Minneriya National Park are the endemic and endangered Slender Wood Frog and the Common Tree Frog. Of the 25 species of reptiles recorded in the park 8 are endemic including the Red-lipped Lizard
Duration: 4 hours
