Wildlife & Waterfalls Family Tour

10 Days / 09 Nights

Day

01

Warm welcome at Bandaranaike International Airport / Drive to Negombo / Relax after flight; enjoy the beach or hotel pool / Overnight in Negombo

Get to Bandaranaike International Airport and then go to your hotel that is good for families. Let everyone relax by the pool or on the beach after the trip. Stay the night at Negombo.

Day

02

Travel to Sigiriya / Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple en route / Evening village tour with bullock cart ride and local cooking demo / Overnight in Sigiriya

Take a trip to Sigiriya and stop by the Dambulla Cave Temple, where kids may see Sri Lanka’s rich history through its colorful murals. The evening village visit includes a ride on a bullock cart and a cookery demonstration, which makes learning about culture entertaining and interesting. Stay the night at Sigiriya

Day

03

Climb the magnificent Sigiriya Rock Fortress early morning / Afternoon jeep safari at Minneriya National Park to see wild elephants / Overnight in Sigiriya

A fun and instructive climb to Sigiriya Rock Fortress early in the morning for kids. The afternoon jeep safari at Minneriya National Park is exciting because you may see elephants and other rare birds up close. Stay the night at Sigiriya

Day

04

Drive to Kandy via Matale Spice Gardens / Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic / Enjoy a cultural dance show in the evening / Overnight in Kandy

Take a drive to Kandy through the Matale Spice Gardens to see and smell the spices and have fun with your senses. Go to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and see a cultural dance presentation at night. It’s a fun way for kids to learn. Stay the night in Kandy.

Day

05

Scenic drive to Nuwara Eliya / Visit Ramboda Falls, tea plantation & factory / Evening walk around Gregory Lake and explore the town / Overnight in Nuwara Eliya

On the way to Nuwara Eliya, we stopped at Ramboda Falls and a tea plantation/factory. Gregory Lake has swan boats, pony rides, and open places where family can have fun and get some exercise at the same time. Stay the night in Nuwara Eliya

Day

06

Journey to Ella / Stop at Devon and St. Clair’s Waterfalls en route / Explore Nine Arches Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak / Overnight in Ella

Ella Waterfalls and Heritage. Drive to Ella and stop at the Devon and St. Clair’s Waterfalls along the way. Kids can enjoy easy hikes to Nine Arches Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak. Stay in Ella for the night

Day

07

Morning departure to Udawalawe National Park / Enjoy an exciting jeep safari to spot elephants, deer, and tropical birds / Visit the Elephant Transit Home

In the morning, you’ll go to Udawalawe National Park for an exciting vehicle safari to see elephants, deer, and tropical birds. Go to the Elephant Transit Home to learn about wildlife and see how people are working to protect it. Stay in Udawalawe. Overnight
in Udawalawe

Day

08

Drive to Yala National Park / Afternoon safari to spot leopards, sloth bears, and crocodiles / Relax at your safari lodge / Overnight near Yala

Take a drive to Yala National Park for an afternoon safari where you can see leopards, sloth bears, elephants, and crocodiles. After a fun day, unwind at your family-friendly safari lodge. Overnight close to Yala

Day

09

Travel to Bentota via the southern coastal route / Visit a turtle hatchery in Kosgoda / Relax by the golden beach or enjoy a Madu River boat safari / Overnight in Bentota

Take the southern coastal route to get to Bentota. Go to the Kosgoda turtle hatchery and then relax on the beach. The optional Madu River boat safari teaches kids about mangrove habitats and the animals that live there. Stay the night in Bentota.

Day

10

Morning at leisure by the beach / Drive to Colombo for a short city tour and last-minute shopping / Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure

You can swim, play in the sand, or just rest on the beach in the morning. Drive to Colombo for a quick tour of the city or some last-minute shopping before heading to Bandaranaike International Airport to leave

Inclusions

  • Private airport shuttles and all ground transportation during the tour.
  • 9 nights in family-friendly hotels with breakfast and dinner included every day.
  • Guided safaris to see wildlife, visits to cultural sites, and nature activities as planned.
  •  Fees to go into national parks, historic sites, waterfalls, and places where you can see animals.
  • An English-speaking guide for all activities.

Exclusions

  • Travel insurance, visa costs, and international flights.
  • Meals that aren’t on the program and optional activities.
  •  Personal costs like drinks, tips, and gifts.
  • Costs and permits for cameras or videos that come up unexpectedly.
  • Lunch