Travel to Minneriya National Park to witness a large gathering of Asian elephants. Also spot a variety of rare species of birds, amphibians and reptiles, some of which are endemic to the region.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 4 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Skip the ticket line
- Instant confirmation
- Driver
- English
- Private group
Experience
Highlights
- Watch elephants drink, play and snack on the green grasses, from close range
- See rare species of animals, birds, reptiles, and butterflies, some of which are endemic to the area
- Be collected and returned to centrally located Polonnaruwa and Giritale hotels
Full description
Begin with an afternoon pickup from your hotel or residence and make your way to Minneriya National Park to begin the safari.
Minneriya National Park comprises about 21,000 acres (8,889 hectares), and contains a vast abundance of wildlife species. Take the opportunity to observe the large herds of magnificent Sri Lankan elephants in their natural habitat at close range. Also, be on the lookout for two rare species of monkey endemic to Sri Lanka, namely the Purple-faced Langur Monkey and the Toque Macaque. Other rare and endangered species such as Sri Lankan leopard and Sri Lankan sloth bear inhabit the park, as well as saltwater crocodiles and Indian pythons, which you may be lucky enough to spot!
After a 3-hour safari spotting these various rare animals, your transport will return you to your accomodation.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Refreshments and water bottles during the safari
- All park entry fees
- Safari jeep rental
- All government taxes
- Expenses of personal nature
- Gratuities
Not suitable for
- Pregnant women
- People with back problems
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Important information
What to bring
- Passport or ID card
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Camera
Not allowed
- Pets
- Smoking
Know before you go
- Roundtrip transportation is available from most centrally located Polonnaruwa and Giritale hotels
- Please arrange pickup from your hotel when you confirm your reservation. The pickup time will be changed according to the pickup location
- This activity is wheelchair accessible provided you have a collapsible wheelchair
- Please wear comfortable clothing