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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

“I’m ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 10/10 Experience – Highly Recommend! Our trip from Colombo to Sigiriya Rock and the safari was absolutely incredible from start to finish. Everything was well organised and stress-free, making it easy to just enjoy the experience. Climbing Sigiriya Rock was unforgettable, with stunning views at the top, and the safari was a real…”

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
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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
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From Sigiriya: Minneriya National Park Elephant Safari

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3.From Sigiriya: Minneriya National Park Elephant Safari

4-hour jeep safari from Sigiriya to Minneriya for wild elephants, great photo moments, and smart guide tracking in Sri Lanka.

★ 4.8

“Great activity! The company actually recommended a change of parks to give us better elephant sightings which paid off. We had a great experience… seeing a family of elephants with a 2.5 months calf was the highlight!”

365 reviews4 hoursFrom $33by Shan Jeep Safari & Tour

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

Door-to-door transfer from Galle/Mirissa to Ella plus a 3-hour Yala safari jeep for elephants, leopard chances, and more wildlife.

★ 4.8

“We had a wonderful experience, the transfer between each place was nice and easy and went very smoothly. The van driver was punctual and extremely kind, even with some other customers who were less than forgiving, at times compromising his own comfort for theirs. We were transferred to a safari jeep with new drivers who…”

235 reviews4 - 9 hoursFrom $11by Ceylon Nature Tours

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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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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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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

“It was very pleasant with smooth transfer through all cities and saved a lot of headache for me. I was able to fit all my plans in the tight schedule and safely arrived in Ella from Mirissa. The tour guide was helpful and attentive to everyone. Had the best time in Safari with lots of…”

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
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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

“We were collected on time from our hotel. Our guide Sumal on the boat was very knowledgeable and knew exactly where to look for all the different creatures. Also very persistent in finding the monkeys so we could feed the mother with baby and the young one. Very enjoyable experience.”

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
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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

“Good value, exactly as described. Pick up and drop off were seamless, although I do wish we had received a confirmation email from the provider sooner than the day before. On the actual safari, we were fortunate to see a lot of elephants plus jackals, buffalos and other animals but there's always an element of…”

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

“From the pick up with a flower lei and fresh coconut water to the cooler with beer and water this excursion was fantastic. Malli, our driver, was great. We learned so much with a stop at a spice market, a coffee tasting and a tea tasting all followed with a delicious Sri Lankan diner. After…”

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

Ella to Yala by private 4x4 safari with air-conditioned transfers and Golden-Hours wildlife drives, plus cash-only Yala entry.

★ 4.8

“Muthu was a wonderful guide. He had a very good knowledge of the park and showed us many species of wildlife … in fact we think he had eyes in the back of his head! Loved the sunrise safari.”

155 reviews8 hoursFrom $49by Shehan Safari Jeep Tours

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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

“It was well worth the long day! So many beautiful sights and experiences. Wasa was also very accommodating and thoughtful as our driver. Even though there was a payment issue he helped to correct it to ensure we didn’t overpay and that our tour went as smoothly as possible.”

143 reviewsFrom $68.50by JK Travels sri lanka

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