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By Wild Minneriya Safari
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$30 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • Witness the world famous Asian Elephant Gathering.
    • Ride comfortably in a rugged 4x4 safari Jeep.
    • Spot deer, monkeys, wild buffalo & exotic birds.
    • Enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan snack tasting with local flavours.
    • Photograph the stunning Minneriya reservoir.

Activity location

    • Hingurakgoda
    • Hingurakgoda, North Central Province, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Hingurakgoda
    • Hingurakgoda, North Central Province, Sri Lanka

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    4x4 Safari Jeep (Accommodates up to 6 passengers)
  • Inclusions
    Experienced driver
  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop off (within Habarana, Sigiriya,
  • Inclusions
    Bottled drinking water
  • Inclusions
    All government taxes and service charges
  • Exclusions
    Minneriya National Park Entrance Tickets (Payable at the gate)
  • Exclusions
    Food and meals
  • Exclusions
    Service charge (Optional)

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Riding the animals, Touching animals
    • Not suitable for: People with back problems, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

  • Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Minneriya National Park, renowned globally for hosting the spectacular Asian “Elephant Gathering.” Hop into a rugged 4x4 safari Jeep and journey deep into the heart of Sri Lanka’s dry zone, where nature thrives and wildlife roams free.

    Led by an experienced driver, you will navigate through lush forests, scrublands, and the vast Minneriya reservoir. Depending on the season, you can witness herds of up to 300 wild elephants socialising, swimming, and feeding near the water's edge a truly mesmerising sight for nature lovers and photographers.

    Beyond elephants, keep your eyes peeled for the park's diverse inhabitants, including elusive leopards, sloth bears, wild water buffaloes, spotted deer, and troops of playful macaques. The park is also a paradise for bird watchers, home to flocks of pelicans, painted storks, and majestic fish eagles.

    Whether you choose a morning safari to see the jungle awaken or an afternoon ride for the best elephant viewing and a golden sunset, this safari guarantees a safe, comfortable, and thrilling wildlife experience.

Location

Activity location

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    • Hingurakgoda
    • Hingurakgoda, North Central Province, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Hingurakgoda
    • Hingurakgoda, North Central Province, Sri Lanka