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15 Best Sri Lanka Safaris

Sri Lanka’s best days out.

The 15 best wildlife safaris in Sri Lanka. Leopards in Yala, elephants at Udawalawe and Minneriya, and the birds and crocodiles of the national parks.

15 Best Sri Lanka Safaris

From Colombo: Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Trip with Safari - Dambulla Cave Temple: Murals, Golden Buddhas, and a Short Climb
1-Day Tours, Colombo City Tours, Safari, Sigiriya & Dambulla Tours, Sigiriya Lion Rock, Tour Reviews

From Colombo: Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Trip with Safari

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1.From Colombo: Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Trip with Safari

A long-but-fair day from Colombo to Sigiriya and Dambulla, with guided hikes, optional jeep safari, and real village time.

Most Popular★ 4.7

“Chathu was a great guide and explained everything beautiful to us. He also did a lot of jokes and make us felt like we were friends of a lifetime We had a great time, the Lion Rock was spectacular, but we enjoyed also the cave temple and the village. Thank you Chathu for a wonderful…”

842 reviews14 - 16 hoursFrom $53by Apple Vacations Sri Lanka

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From Sigiriya: Minneriya National Park Private Jeep Safari - How a 4-hour private jeep safari plays out in real life
Minneriya & Kaudulla Elephant Safaris, National Parks, Private, Safari, Sigiriya, Sigiriya & Dambulla Tours, Tour Reviews

From Sigiriya: Minneriya National Park Private Jeep Safari

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From Sigiriya: Minneriya National Park Elephant Safari - Pickup From Sigiriya and the Drive Into the Park
Minneriya & Kaudulla Elephant Safaris, National Parks, Safari, Sigiriya, Sigiriya & Dambulla Tours, Tour Reviews

From Sigiriya: Minneriya National Park Elephant Safari

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From Ella: Drop to Tangalle/Hiriketiya/Mirissa & Yala Safari - The Air-Conditioned Shuttle and Drop-Off Stops
Ella Sri Lanka, Safari, Tour Reviews, Yala & Udawalawe Safaris

From Ella: Drop to Tangalle/Hiriketiya/Mirissa & Yala Safari

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Hikkaduwa/Galle/Weligama/Mirissa/Tangalle: Yala Safari Tour - Getting picked up from Hikkaduwa, Galle, Weligama, Mirissa, and Tangalle
Hikkaduwa, Safari, Tour Reviews, Tours, Yala & Udawalawe Safaris

Hikkaduwa/Galle/Weligama/Mirissa/Tangalle: Yala Safari Tour

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5.Hikkaduwa/Galle/Weligama/Mirissa/Tangalle: Yala Safari Tour

Jeep safari from Galle and Weligama to Yala National Park for leopards, elephants, crocodiles, and birds, with pickup and 3-hour jeep.

★ 4.8

“Sassnka was a great guide and a fast driver. We saw quite a few animals and he was able to point them out at places we wouldn’t think to look at. Highlight of the trip was seeing a baby elephant!”

263 reviews9 hoursFrom $45by Ceylon Nature Tours

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Galle/Mirissa/Tangalle: Transfer to Ella & Yala Safari - Pickup Across the South Coast: Where You’ll Start and What the Day Feels Like
Ella, Nine Arch Bridge & Little Adam's Peak, Hikkaduwa, Private Drivers, Safari, Tour Reviews, Yala & Udawalawe Safaris

Galle/Mirissa/Tangalle: Transfer to Ella & Yala Safari

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From Ella: Yala Safari with Tangalle/Mirissa/Galle Drop-off - The transfer drive: comfortable car, then switch to 4x4
Ella Sri Lanka, Safari, Tour Reviews, Yala & Udawalawe Safaris

From Ella: Yala Safari with Tangalle/Mirissa/Galle Drop-off

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7.From Ella: Yala Safari with Tangalle/Mirissa/Galle Drop-off

Ella to Yala safari and direct beach drop-off in Tangalle, Mirissa, Hiriketiya, Unawatuna, or Galle, with 4x4 wildlife spotting.

★ 4.4

“Car Driver was on time to pick me up from my hotel, jeep driver proactive, like him so much!!! always spot wild animal for us, he has an eagle eye even a tiny lizard on the tree root and trying to get the best view point. Owner response message instantly, he will send the pictures…”

198 reviews9 hoursFrom $10by Explore Sri Lanka Tours

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From Colombo: Sigiriya & Dambulla Day Tour with Safari - Morning pick-up and the Kurunegala breakfast stop
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From Colombo: Sigiriya & Dambulla Day Tour with Safari

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8.From Colombo: Sigiriya & Dambulla Day Tour with Safari

Early pick-up, Dambulla murals, Sigiriya Lion Rock climb, and an optional jeep safari for possible elephant sightings, plus village food.

★ 4.7

“I had a great experience with Dilip. I booked the tour late in the evening, and the next morning at 5:30 he was already waiting for us — perfectly on time. It turned out to be a private tour for two people. We visited the Dambulla Cave Temple and Sigiriya Lion Rock. Because of the…”

189 reviews1 dayFrom $48by Ceylon Mafa Tours and Travels

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Galle/Mirissa/Hiriketiya: Drop to Ella & Udawalawa Safari - Pickup and the AC road: what the transfer feels like
Ella, Nine Arch Bridge & Little Adam's Peak, Galle, Safari, Tour Reviews, Yala & Udawalawe Safaris

Galle/Mirissa/Hiriketiya: Drop to Ella & Udawalawa Safari

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9.Galle/Mirissa/Hiriketiya: Drop to Ella & Udawalawa Safari

Door-to-door transfer from Galle, Mirissa, Tangalle to Ella plus a Udawalawe jeep safari in an AC vehicle.

★ 4.9

“Our driver for the transfer was great and was telling us so many facts throughout our driver, along with us getting to Udawalawa and Ella smoothly. As for the safari, the driver Koshala was very attentive and made sure to avoid the crowds and bring us to the good spots. Our guide was also great…”

186 reviews7 - 8 hoursFrom $48by Ceylon Nature Tours

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Bentota River Safari with Mangrove and Wildlife Encounter - The Two-Hour Route: From Bentota Bridge to the Wildlife Zones
Bentota, Bentota River Safaris, Safari, Tour Reviews, Wildlife

Bentota River Safari with Mangrove and Wildlife Encounter

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10.Bentota River Safari with Mangrove and Wildlife Encounter

Bentota River mangrove boat safari with crocodiles, birds, and delta views. Private 2-hour tour with pickup and English guide.

★ 4.9

“I would highly recommend Bentota River Safari, such a wonderful way to spend a morning when you are staying in Bentota area. The guide-captain Nihal was very kind and clever, pointing out different animals and birds, and also telling me about the hotels and houses along the river. I was able to see three crocodiles!!!…”

182 reviews2 hoursFrom $20by Bentota Travel Mart

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Colombo: Sightseeing Tour by Tuk Tuk Safari - All Inclusive - Pickup, timing, and what all-inclusive actually covers
Colombo, Colombo City Tours, Safari, Tour Reviews, Tours, Tuk-Tuk Tours, Tuk-Tuks

Colombo: Sightseeing Tour by Tuk Tuk Safari – All Inclusive

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Ella: Shuttle to Tangalle/Mirissa/Galle w Udawalawe Safari - Udawalawe Safari: How the Wildlife Drive Actually Feels
Ella Sri Lanka, Safari, Tour Reviews, Yala & Udawalawe Safaris

Ella: Shuttle to Tangalle/Mirissa/Galle w Udawalawe Safari

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12.Ella: Shuttle to Tangalle/Mirissa/Galle w Udawalawe Safari

Ella to south coast shuttle with a 3-hour Udawalawe safari, open-jeep wildlife viewing, and air-conditioned door-to-door drop-offs.

★ 4.9

“Pathum was an excellent guide! We had a brilliant time and saw elephants, crocodiles, ruddy mongoose, water buffalo, peacocks and more! Excellent experience and would recommend to anyone!”

166 reviews7 hoursFrom $48by Ceylon Nature Tours

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"THE ORIGINALS" Tuk Tuk Safari Colombo, the first and the best. - The second temple and a historic 1749 Protestant church
Colombo, Colombo City Tours, Safari, Tour Reviews, Tuk-Tuk Tours, Tuk-Tuks

“THE ORIGINALS” Tuk Tuk Safari Colombo, the first and the best.

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13.“THE ORIGINALS” Tuk Tuk Safari Colombo, the first and the best.

Private tuk-tuk safari in Colombo with temple visits, Pettah market street time, coffee and tea tastings, snacks, and beachfront lunch.

★ 5.0

“What a great way to see Colombo,Sri Lanka. From the time we booked this tour to Bobby, our driver/guide, picking us up the communication was very good. This tour included stops at: 2 temples, coffee shop, tea shop, spice shop and finished off with a wonderful Sri Lankan lunch. Highly recommended this tour!!!!”

160 reviewsFrom $48by Tuk Tuk Safari Sri Lanka

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From Ella: Yala National Park Safari Tour in a 4x4 - The 4x4 game drive: comfort for viewing, plus real safari road vibes
Ella Sri Lanka, National Parks, Safari, Tour Reviews, Tours, Yala & Udawalawe Safaris

From Ella: Yala National Park Safari Tour in a 4×4

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Private Day Trip to Sigiriya, cave and National park Safari Tour - Dambulla Cave Temple: UNESCO Stops With Big Views
1-Day Tours, Colombo, National Parks, Private, Safari, Sigiriya & Dambulla Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Private Day Trip to Sigiriya, cave and National park Safari Tour

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15.Private Day Trip to Sigiriya, cave and National park Safari Tour

Sigiriya and Dambulla in one day, then Minneriya elephants on safari with Colombo pickup. Private ride; tickets extra.

★ 4.5

“Our driver Wasa was perfect. He took excellent care of us and got us back in time for our dinner reservations. It is a long day, more like 12-14 hrs if you want to do everything and depending how long you spend at the safari. It took some time to find the elephants so we…”

143 reviewsFrom $68.50by JK Travels sri lanka

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