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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 7-day Nature & Wildlife Tour in Sri Lanka, exploring the island's rich biodiversity and cultural heritage. Begin your journey in Colombo, a bustling metropolis with a blend of colonial architecture and modern attractions. Visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage and traverse the scenic landscapes of Kandy, home to the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic. Experience the cool climes of Nuwara Eliya, known as 'Little England,' and enjoy a safari in Yala National Park, teeming with wildlife. Discover the birdwatcher's paradise of Bundala National Park and unwind on the golden beaches of Bentota. This tour offers a perfect mix of adventure, culture, and relaxation. ...more ...less
Highlights
Colombo National Museum and Viharamahadevi Park
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
Kandy Lake and Temple of the Tooth
Nuwara Eliya, known as 'Little England'
Yala National Park safari
Bundala National Park birdwatching
Bentota's golden beaches and Ayurvedic healing
Itinerary
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Arrival at the Colombo Airport, transfer you to Colombo. Take lunch and then check In at the hotel. Take an afternoon City tour of Colombo commencing with a visit to the Fort and the Pettah commercial hub with offices and shopping areas located amidst the oldest colonial hotel GOH. Visit Thalangama Werland Park, this wetland encompasses a manmade irrigation reservoir, lush green paddy fields, canals, ponds and marshes; the diversity making it a unique and favourable ecosystem for diverse species of fauna and flora to thrive in. After wetland park, we take you to Diyatha park for an evening walk. It's a relaxing place to spend an evening strolling with families away from Colombo's urban jungle. Recently artists have been adding some mind-blowing 3D artworks that both delight and confound. Return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay. ...more ...less
Day 2
:
COLOMBO TO KANDY
Kandy, Sri Lanka
Location: Kandy
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel proceed to Kandy. Upon arrival at Kandy, visit Udawattakele for a nature walk, being a rich nation of natural biodiversity, Udawatte is an eco-tourism site which extends more than 103 hectares. After trekking check In at the hotel. Next, visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic shrine, celebrated with the grand Esala Perahera annual procession. This was the last capital of the Sinhala kings whose patronage enabled the Dinahala culture to flourish for more than 2,500 years until the occupation of Sri Lanka by the British in 1815. It is also the site of the Temple of the Tooth Relic (the sacred tooth of the Buddha), which is a famous pilgrimage site, one of the most famous Buddhist temples in the world, which was built to protect the sacred tooth relic thought to belong to Lord Buddha, which has been enshrined in Sri Lanka for hundreds of years. After return to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 3
:
KANDY TO NUWARA ELIYA
Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
Location: Nuwara Eliya
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel leave Kandy for Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka’s highest town and a favourite hill station during British colonial times. The town is still touted as ‘Little England’, an illusion maintained by the presence of the Nuwara Eliya Golf Club, a racecourse, the Victoria Park and excellent trout fishing in nearby lakes and rivers. En-route visiting a tea factory, also see Ramboda Fall on the way. Take lunch before arriving at City of Nuwara Eliya. Take a stroll in the Single Tree mountain and a ride along the Gregory Lake. What's more, stop in the town to encounter the Victorian Style, developments and gardens. Later on check in to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 4
:
NUWARA ELIYA TO YALA
Location: Yala
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast at the hotel leave for Yala. Enjoy a Safari in Yala National Park. This National Park in Sri Lanka is the home for Wild Elephants, wild boars, Wild bears, Deers and Crocodiles. After lunch proceed to the hotel in Yara for the remainder of the day.
Day 5
:
YALA TO BUNDALA
Location: Bundala National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast at the hotel proceed to Bundala. Bundala National Park is famous for Wild Elephants, Crocodiles and a wide variety of bird life. Start the safari at Bundala National Park, one of Sri Lanka's foremost destinations for birdwatchers, protecting an important area of coastal wetland famous for its abundant aquatic (and other) birdlife. Take lunch and thereafter proceed to Kataragama. Kataragama is perhaps one of the holy places in the country. Hindus, Buddhists and Muslims flock to the shrines located there. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 6
:
YALA TO BENTOTA
Location: Bentota
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast at the hotel proceed to Bentota, a Sri Lankan coastal city famous for golden beaches. The name comes from a mythical story which dates back to kings time saying a demon called Bem ruled this river ( tota = riverbank. Take lunch and check into the hotel. Afterwards relax by the beach before dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel in Bentota.
Day 7
:
BENTOTA TO AIRPORT
Location: Bentota
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at your hotel proceed to the airport for your departure.
What's Included
Local Travel Guide
Experience Local Travel Guide.
Transportation
Transportation in a Comfortable A/C Vehicle.
Safari Jeep
Safari Jeep for wildlife tours.
Mineral Water
Mineral Water Bottle provided.
Government Taxes
All Government Tax & Charges included.
What's Not Included
Entrance Fees
Entrance fees to various attractions are not included.
Additional Tours
Any tours to cities not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
Other Services
Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions are not included.
Mode of Transport
Transportation in a Comfortable A/C Vehicle and Safari Jeep.
Accommodation
Accommodation at 4 Star Hotels or Eco Lodge with Breakfast & Dinner.
Check out our Q&As
What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
Accommodation is provided at 4-star hotels or eco lodges with breakfast and dinner included.
What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
Transportation is provided in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.
Are there any guided tours included in the itinerary?
Yes, an experienced local travel guide will accompany you throughout the tour.
What activities are included in the Colombo city tour?
The Colombo city tour includes visits to the Fort and Pettah commercial hubs, the Colombo harbor, a lighthouse with a clock tower, the president’s house, and the old parliament. You will also visit Thalangama Wetland Park and Diyatha Park for an evening walk.
What can I expect to see at the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage?
At the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, you can observe the daily activities of elephants, including bathing and feeding.
What is special about the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy?
The Temple of the Tooth Relic is a famous pilgrimage site and one of the most renowned Buddhist temples in the world. It houses the sacred tooth relic of Buddha and is celebrated with the grand Esala Perahera annual procession.
What wildlife can be seen at Yala National Park?
Yala National Park is home to wild elephants, wild boars, wild bears, deer, and crocodiles. The park also features a variety of habitats including jungle, beaches, freshwater lakes, rivers, and scrubland.
What makes Bundala National Park a unique destination?
Bundala National Park is one of Sri Lanka's foremost destinations for birdwatchers, protecting an important area of coastal wetland. It is home to significant populations of elephants, marsh and estuarine crocodiles, turtles, and other fauna, including leopards. The park is ideal for a four-hour jeep ride to see elephants, 8ft crocodiles, giant squirrels, and flamingoes.
What is Bentota famous for?
Bentota is famous for its golden beaches, ancient art of healing called Ayurveda, and the production of Toddy, an alcoholic beverage made from coconut nectar. It is also a popular tourist attraction with several world-renowned hotels.
How long has the tour company been trading?
5 years
Can I join the tour once it has departed?
yes
What documents will I receive before I travel?
yes
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Reviews of this operator
Devi M.
Ramayana Tour and Bentota Beach Experience
10-Apr-2024
From the time we landed in Colombo to the time we left Colombo back home Buddhika at Ceylon Travel dream and our great Guide Chamila took amazing care of us. Chamila was very informative and treated us like family, we travelled and visited a lot of places in Sri Lanka, he was very caring with my elderly family members and gave us an excellent tour around Sri Lanka.
Ceylon Travel dream was very accommodating and very adjusting around our itinerary, they provided us with all the information and was easy to communicate with them, highly recommend them for future travels to Sri Lanka.
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(Review from TripAdvisor)
Sufyan S.
Ceylon Travel - One Stop solution for Sri Lanka
01-Jul-2024
Having decided fairly early on, Sri Lanka was set as our go to place for the honeymoon having an optimal mix of land, water, mountains with lush greenery.
All research conducted pointed towards having a tour guide for ease of travel and arrangements, and thats when we stumbled upon Ceylon travels (having also heard of them through a friend)
Our experience with Buddhika, from Ceylon travel and dreams has been nothing short of extraordinary. He was incredibly patient in hearing our interests, highly accommodating of our proposed changes in the journey and always willing to find the solution. He not only provided us with the optimal route for our 10 day trip but also booked plausibly the best hotels within our budger. We have had the best trip of our lives, all thanks to Buddhika, and his excellent tour guide who I would rate amongst the best in Sri Lanka. The tour guide (also the driver) whose name was also Buddhika is a very kind hearted man, and took care of us like family.
Overall, this trip far exceeded our expectations and cannot wait to be back with the wider family, and obviously doing all the arrangements through Ceylon.
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N P
Lankan Safari
04-Oct-2024
A great safari tour to see animals in the wild. Deer, water buffaloes, mongoose, elephants, peacocks, wild boar, jungle fowls, ducks, wild rabbits,crocodiles, birs of many types and more.
Ceylon Travel Dream requires a minimum deposit of
40%
or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 22 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of ceylon travel dream charges.
Up to 22 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
07 Day Nature & Wildlife Tour In Sri Lanka
7 Days Starting and ending in Colombo, Sri Lanka
Visiting:
Colombo, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Yala, Bundala National Park, Bentota
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