For it’s small size, Sri Lanka is brimming with diverse wildlife, natural wonders and cultural highlights. With some of the highest densities of leopards in the world, many safari enthusiasts come to see if they can find these elusive creatures although there is also plenty of other amazing wildlife to spot. Discover some of Sri Lanka’s numerous national parks or head to the coast to see its impressive marine life.
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This 15 Days Uganda Safari Tour is an exceptional adventure that will take you to the most visited national parks in Uganda including Kidepo Valley National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Kibale National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi...
- Country:Uganda,
- Safari Type:Chimpanzee Safari, Gorilla Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Entebbe, end in Entebbe
15 Days from$5413 p/p in USD- Departures: Year Round
Embark on an unforgettable 5-day ultimate Kenya safari and coastal escape through Kenya’s most iconic wilderness areas before unwinding on the white-sand beaches of Mombasa. This exclusive safari experience takes you from the legendary Masai Mara,...
- Country:Kenya,
- Safari Type:Beach Safari, Big Five Safari, Coastal Safari, Family Safari, Guided Safari, Honeymoon Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start/end in Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
- 5 Days from$2900 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
Located to the east of Arusha town, about 20 kilometers drive from Arusha, Mount Meru is the second highest mountain in Tanzania. The mountain stands at an altitude of 4566 meters above sea level inside the Arusha National Park. Meru has...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Guided Safari, Mountain Safari, Trekking Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Camping
- Start/end:Start in Arusha, end in Arusha
- 3 Days from$1000 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
On this safari, you will be accompanied by your guide, around the around Tanzania's famous northern circuit parks while spending your nights at comfortable lodges along the way. It gives you adequate time to view wildlife, great if you're passionate about...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Arusha, end in Arusha
- 6 Days from$2178 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
The Machame route is also known as the Whisky route, given its reputation for being a tough climb, in contrast to the easier Marangu route, which is known as the Coca Cola route. Unlike the gradual incline and hut accommodation found on the Marangu route,...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Mountain Safari, Trekking Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Kilimanjaro, end in Kilimanjaro
- 7 Days from$1796 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
Known as the 'coca-cola' route, the Marangu route is a classic trek on Mount Kilimanjaro being the oldest, most well established route. It starts in tropical rainforest, where you may see blue monkeys, passes through moorland and alpine desert before...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Camping Safari, Guided Safari, Mountain Safari, Trekking Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Budget
- Start/end:Start in Moshi, end in Moshi
- 6 Days from$1800 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
This 16-day Uganda Explorer: Culture, Waterfalls, Wildlife & Apes discovery safari takes you across the country’s most diverse landscapes, combining wildlife safaris, primate tracking, cultural experiences, and scenic adventures. Highlights include...
- Country:Uganda,
- Safari Type:Chimpanzee Safari, Cultural Safari, Gorilla Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Entebbe , end in Entebbe
- 16 Days from$8650 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
Major Sri Lanka Safari Attractions
- Sigiriya Rock Fort
- Yala National Park
- Adam’s Peak
- Udawalawe National Park
Sri Lanka Safari Tour Highlights
- Hundreds of Asian elephants gather around the Minneriya Tank during the dry season in search of food and water.
- Mirissa is the hub for whale watching where you can head out on a boat trip to see blue, sperm and humpback whales.
- After an action-packed safari, unwind, relax and enjoy the beaches along the pristine coastline of Sri Lanka.
- Track leopards in Yala National Park, home to one of the highest number of leopards in the world.
Facts About Sri Lanka Safari Tour
- Prior to independence in 1948, Sri Lanka was occupied by the Portuguese in 1505, Dutch in 1658 and British in 1796.
- Previously called Ceylon, Sri Lanka has earned a few befitting names, including the Pearl of the Indian Ocean and the Teardrop of India.
- Sri Lanka is one of the four leading tea producers in the world together with China, India and Kenya.
- Sri Maha Bodhiya, a 2300-year-old fig tree in Sri Lanka, is the oldest known tree planted by a human.
Learn more about Sri-Lanka and its extraordinary offerings with our in-depth travel guide for Sri-lanka.
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