Wildlife and Nature Tour
Wildlife and Nature Tour
Wildlife and Nature Tour
18 Days Starting in Colombo Airport and ending in Colombo Air port
Visiting: Negombo, Kuliyapitiya, Anawilundawa Bird Sanctuary, Anawilundawa Wetland, Boat Trip Kalpitiya | Dolphin Watching, Minneriya National Park, Habarana, Kalpitiya, Anuradhapura, Anuradhapura Unesco Signage, Wilpattu National Park, Minneriya, Habarana Safari, Pidurangala, Sigiriya, Sigiriya Lion Rock, Dambulla, Kandalama Reservoir, Dambulla Royal Cave Temple and Golden Temple, Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Dewalaya, Katharagama Kiri Wehera, Tissamaharama, Yala National Park Sri Lanka, Bundala national park, Yala, Udawalawa, Elephant Transit Home (උඩවලව ඇත් අතුරු සෙවන), Bundala, Udawalawe National Park Safari, Mirissa, Mirissa Beach, Mirissa Whale Watching, Unawatuna, Ahungalla Sea Turtles Conservation Project, Ariyapala Masks Museum, ආරියපාල වෙස් මුහුණු කෞතුකාගාරය, Galle Dutch Fort, Meetiyagoda Moonstone Mine, Meetiyagoda, Madu River Safari, Old Parliament Building, Ambalangoda, Gangaramaya Temple, Galle Face, Dutch Hospital - Shopping Precinct, Colombo
Tour operator:
Tour code:
202012
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 20
Age range:
10-99
Special diets catered:
Vegans, Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
The Asian elephant is the number one animal that people on holiday in Sri Lanka hope to spot. .. Leopard. Perhaps the most elusive cat in the world, the leopard reigns supreme on the little island of Sri Lanka. Turtle.Sloth Bear., Sambar.,Red Slender Loris., Blue Whale. .Birds.Two species of crocodiles can be found in Sri Lanka, the saltwater crocodile (Crocodylus porosus) and the marsh crocodile (Crocodylus palustris). Both are dangerous to humans. crocadylus they can stay with out food 15 days
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Negombo
Location: Negombo, Bandaranaike International Airport
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 01 : Negombo
Our staff will be there to warmly welcome you at the Airport, visit to Srilanka birdlife, wildlife and marine life Tour first day Visit Negombo beach side hotel overnight stay at Beach hotel.
Negombo is a city on the west coast of Sri Lanka, north of the capital, Colombo. Near the waterfront, the remains of the 17th-century Dutch Fort now house a prison. Negombo Lagoon, lined with fishermen’s huts, feeds into the Dutch-era Hamilton Canal. The canal leads south to Colombo. Negombo is one of the major commercial hubs in the country and the administrative center of Negombo. As known for its long sandy beaches and centuries old fishing industry. Negombo has a large bilingual population of dominated by Roman Catholics, the majority settled in coastal belt speaks Tamil language as well but most of them are Sinhala by ethnicity. The Sinhala name Migamuva means "Village of the honeycomb", gaining its name from a legend mentioned in Rajaveliya. The army of King Kavantissa found bee honey in a canoe near the seashore, for Viharamahadevi who was pregnant with the prince Dutugamunu. Because of this, the place was named "Mee-Gomuwa,"Negombo" is the Portuguese corrupted name of its Tamil name Neerkolombu Overnights’ Stay at beach Hotel Negombo
First nights arrival day our company supplements accommodation provide to you!
Plan for tour itinerary Activities :
• Warmly welcome to srilanka meet our representative at airport
• Colombo airport to tranfer Negombo Beach hotel
• Evening plan Next Day activities with tour guide.
• Relax on hotel Overnights Stay at Hotel
• Over night saty at Negombo hotel
Day 2 : 2 Night Negombo
Location: Negombo, Kuliyapitiya, Anawilundawa Bird Sanctuary
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 02 : Negombo
Negombo is a city on the west coast of Sri Lanka, north of the capital, Colombo. Near the waterfront, the remains of the 17th-century Dutch Fort now house a prison. Negombo Lagoon, lined with fishermen’s huts, feeds into the Dutch-era Hamilton Canal. The canal leads south to Colombo. Negombo is one of the major commercial hubs in the country and the administrative center of Negombo. As known for its long sandy beaches and centuries old fishing industry. Negombo has a large bilingual population of dominated by Roman Catholics, the majority settled in coastal belt speaks Tamil language as well but most of them are Sinhala by ethnicity. The Sinhala name Migamuva means "Village of the honeycomb", gaining its name from a legend mentioned in Rajaveliya. The army of King Kavantissa found bee honey in a canoe near the seashore, for Viharamahadevi who was pregnant with the prince Dutugamunu. Because of this, the place was named "Mee-Gomuwa,"Negombo" is the Portuguese corrupted name of its Tamil name Neerkolombu Overnights’ Stay at beach Hotel Negombo
Plan for tour itinerary Activities :
• City Tour & FishermanVllage Night view
• Relax on the beach get fresh sea water bath
• Evening plan Next Day activities with tour guide.
• Relax on hotel Overnights Stay at Hotel
• Over night saty at hotel
Day 3 : Anawilundawa Wetland Sanctuary
Location: Anawilundawa Wetland, Boat Trip Kalpitiya | Dolphin Watching
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 03 : Kalpitiya
AfterBreacfast leave From at 6.30Am to kalpitiya ,En route visit Sri Lanka is rich in nature birds sanctuaries wet Ramzanland Sri Lanka is rich in nature, with a number of sanctuaries and national parks to protect the wildlife that inhabits the many varied ecosystems here.
Anawilundawa Wetland Sanctuary is one of the more obscure sanctuaries, that lies on the coastal belt between Negombo and Puttalam .The Anawilundawa Wetlands is a bird watcher’s haven, with over 150 species of birds; both resident and migratory. Resident and endemic bird species can be seen throughout the year; whilst the period from October to April is the best time for getting a glimpse of the many rare migratory birds. Anawilundawa is also the nesting site for many exotic birds; including some of the rarer species of cormorants, egrets, storks and ibis, along with the pheasant tailed-jacana and the purple swamp hen.
There are also over 20 species of mammals; including the Toque Macaque monkey, five threatened species of Slender Loris, Rusty Spotted Cat, Fishing Cat, and the Indian Otter. Over 70 species of butterflies breed here; whilst over 50% of the country’s freshwater fish species are found in these waters. Anawilundawa Wetland Sanctuary is especially good for birdwatching, hiking and boat rides; and is fast growing into one of Sri Lanka’s most important ecotourism attractions. Negombo to transfer Kalpitiya.
Overnight stay in KalpitiyaHotel
Plan for tour itinerary Activities:
• After Brektfast 6.30 Am leave from Hotel
• Negombo to Kalitiya tranfer kalpitya hotel
• En route frist visit Ramzan Wet waetr land birds sanctuaries Anawlundawa
• Relax on the beach get fresh sea water bath
• Evening plan Next Day activities with tour guide.
• Relax on hotel Overnights Stay at Hotel
• Over night saty at hotel Kalpitiya
Day 4 : Kalpitiya
Location: Minneriya National Park, Habarana, Kalpitiya
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 04 : Dolphin watching Kalpitiya
Leave for Dolphin watching excursion in the morning and every once in a while, something happens and maybe even changes your perception of life and the world around you. Watching the playful dolphins could do just that and you will return with a greater understanding of the oceans around us and why we need to do all we can to protect it and these wonderful animals "like no other". Other species of Dolphins seen here at times are Bottlenose, Spotted, Striped, Humpback, Risso and Fraser in the Sea. Afternoon relax on Beach Next day game drive to Wilpattu National Park. Overnight stay in same hotel
Plan for tour itinerary Activities:
• Leave for Dolphin watching excursion in the morning
• Afternoon Enjoyed Beach & get relax in the evening
• Evening plan to Next Day activities with tour guide.
• Relax on hotel Overnights Stay at Hotel
• Over night saty at hotel
Day 5 : Wilpattu National Park
Location: Anuradhapura, Anuradhapura Unesco Signage, Wilpattu National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 05 : Wilpattu Wildlife park safari
Leave from Hotel early in the morning 5 .00 Am transfer to full day game drive at Wilpattu National Park. Wilpattu National Park is a park located on the island of Sri Lanka. The unique feature of this park is the existence of "Willus" - Natural, sand-rimmed water basins or depressions that fill with rainwater. Located in the Northwest coast lowland dry zone of Sri Lanka.
Wilpattu sanctuary was decalred as a National Park in 1938, Wilpattu National Park is located on the west coast close to the historical city of Anuradhapura .The dry zone jungle is thickly grown. Wilpattu National Park is home for many villus or natural lakes which dot the landscape in the Wilpattu National Park. Except for two, these lakes contain rainwater, thus are important for resident and migratory water-birds.
The history of the park is also of interest with ancient ruins having been discovered in Wilpattu National Park. Queen named “Kuweni” (considered to be the mother of the Sinhala race) is said to have lived in the place known as KalliVillu. Historical evidence also shows the fact that Prince Saliya; son of King Dutugemunu lived in Wilpattu over 2,000 years ago. There are approximately 30 species of mammals in the Wilpattu National Park which include the Sri Lankan Elephant, Sri Lankan Leopard, Lankan Sloth Bear, Sri, Spotted Deer, Buffalo, Sambar and Mongoose. Reptiles and Amphibians in park, Monitor Lizard, Mugger Crocodile, Common Cobra, Rat Snake, Indian Python, Pond Turtle and the Soft Shelled Turtle can be seen in Wilpattu National Park.
Birdlife in Wilpattu Park, Wetland bird species found in the Wilpattu National Park include the Garganey, Pin tail, Whistling Teal, Spoonbill, White Ibis, Large White Egret, Cattle Egret and Purple Heron. Also, many species of Gulls, Terns, Owls, Kites and Eagles are also lives here. The endemic Sri Lanka Jungle fowl, Little Cormorant and the Painted Stork. Climate in the Wilpattu National Park The annual temperature in the Park is between 27°C to 30°C and its annual rainfall is approximately 900 mm. Overnights’ Stay at Hotel .
Plan for tour itinerary Activities:
• Early morning transfer willpattu national park full day game drive at Wilpattu National Park
• you will be able enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan Lunch
• Evening plan Next Day activities with tour guide.
• Relax on hotel
• Overnights Stay at Hotel
Day 6 : Anuradpura Heritage City
Location: Minneriya, Habarana Safari, Minneriya National Park, Anuradhapura
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 06 ; Anuradpura Heritage City
Transfer to Anuradhapura. Anuradhapura is the first capital of Sri Lanka located in north central province of Sri Lanka. It is one of the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka which was the center of Theravada Buddhism for many centuries. UNESCO world heritage site in 1982 under the name of Sacred City of Anuradhapura. Anuradhapura is greatest monastic city of the ancient world that dates back to 5th Century BC remained the majestic seat of the kingdom of Sri Lanka until the 11th century A.D.Anuradhapura flourished as the Capital of Lanka from 377 BC to the end of the reign 1017 AD and was the Royal Seat for 1400 years under 130 kings as the capital of the Country.
Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi is a sacred fig tree in the Mahamewna Gardens, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. It is said to be the southern branch from the historical Sri Maha Bodhi at Buddha Gaya in India under which Lord Buddha attained Enlightenment. The Sacred Bo tree; Jaya Sri Maha Bodhiya of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka is the oldest living tree in documented history of the world. It is a sapling from the historical Bodhi tree under which Buddha enlightened. It was planted in 288 BCF and is the oldest living human-planted tree in the world with a known planting date. It was brought from Buddhagaya India by the Ven. Sanghamitta Therini, a sister of Arhant Mahinda – who introduced the Teachings of the Buddha to Sri Lanka. The area around the Sri Maha Bodhi, the Brazen • Palace and Ruwanweliseya Dagoba were once probably part of the Great Temple. The Sacred Bodhi tree is the oldest historically authenticated tree in the world; it has been tended by a continuous succession of guardians for over 2000 years, even during the periods of Indian occupation. Eight Great Places of Veneration in Anuradhapura – Atamasthana Main article: Atamasthana'* Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi * Ruwanwelisaya * Thuparamaya * Lovamahapaya * Abhayagiri Dagaba * Jetavanarama * Mirisaveti Stupa * Lankarama . Overnight stay in Hotel
Plan for tour itinerary Activities:
• Anuradhapura is the first capital of Sri Lanka UNESCO world heritage
• Eight Great Places of Veneration in Anuradhapura
• Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi oldest historically authenticated tree in the world
• Eight Great Places of Veneration in Anuradhapura
• Evening plan Next Day activities with tour guide.
• Relax on hotel Overnights Stay at Hotel
• Over night saty at hotel
Day 7 : Minnerya National Park
Location: Pidurangala, Sigiriya, Sigiriya Lion Rock, Minneriya
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 07 : Minnerya National Park
Early in the morning leave to Visit Habaran National park half Day Game drive And afternoon Visit Minnerya National Park most of elephant live at Minnerya park in the evening all moving lake side of Minnerya & nice view .Minneriya National Park is reported as the Largest known wild Asian Elephant Gathering at one place in the World.The area was designated as a national park on 12 August 1997, having been originally declared as a wildlife sanctuary in 1938. Minneriya National Park has recorded over 170 species of birds. From Migrating waders like Woodsand Piper, Common Sandpiper & Kentish Plovers to forest birds like Malabar-pied Hornbills, Rufus Woodpecker the globally endangered Lesser Adjutant and the endemics Sri Lanka Grey Horn-bill, Sri Lanka Green Pigeon,
Brown-capped Babbler, and Sri Lanka Jungle Fowl are some of the highlights. Minneriya National Park covers an area of 8,889 hectares is of tropical monsoon climate. The vegetation of the park consists of tropical dry mixed evergreen forests, abandoned chena lands, grasslands, and wetlands. The open grasslands and old Chena lands are dominated by the many species of small shrubs
Plan for tour itinerary Activities:
• Early in the morning Visit Minneriya National park
• you will be able enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan Lunch
• Afternoon Visit Minnerya National Park
• Back to hotel
• Evening plan to Next Day activities with tour guide.
• Relax on hotel Overnights Stay at Hotel
• Over night saty at hotel
Day 8 : Sigiriya Unsco Heritage Site
Location: Dambulla, Kandalama Reservoir, Dambulla Royal Cave Temple and Golden Temple, Sigiriya
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 08 : Sigiriya UNSCO heritage Site
After Breakfast Leave to Sigriya Lion Rock & pedurangala Rock climbing after village tour The history of Sigiriya is a long story. The rock came into being as a result of a rivalry between two brothers. The great rock fortress, Sigiriya was built by the King Kashyapa. King Kashyapa made this great place to protect himself from his brother King Mogallana. The Sigiriya rock is entwined with a tragic event. The heir to the throne had been King Mogallana, but King Kashyapa had taken power by force. King Kashyapa was afraid that his brother would come back again to take back his right to the throne. Therefore, to protect himself, he built this rock fortress. He did not want any invasion to happen by his brother. The name refers to a site of historical and archaeological significance that is dominated by a massive column of rock nearly 200 meters high the technology that has been used in creating the fort is excellent. However, Moggallana was able to defeat Kashyapa, and after that, the rock fortress was destroyed.
Earlier it used to be a Buddhist monastery, and after the palace was destroyed, it became a Buddhist monastery once again. Sigiriya was discovered later in 1831 by Europeans. A major of the British army, Jonathan Forbes discovered Sigiriya on his way from Polonnaruwa. Many historians and archaeologists started excavating this rock fortress, and it is through the excavations that all the glory of the rock was discovered Pidurangala is an enormous rock located a few kilometres north of Sigiriya. The two rocks have an interlinked history: whilst King Kasyapa was building Sigiriya Rock Fortress in the 5th century, he moved monks living around Sigiriya to a new monastery on Pidurangala Rock. Glorious vistas of the surrounding landscape and an incredible view of the majestic Sigiriya Rock. Pidurangala is an enormous rock located a few kilometres north of Sigiriya. The two rocks have an interlinked history: whilst King Kasyapa was building Sigiriya Rock Fortress in the 5th century, he moved monks living around Sigiriya to a new monastery on Pidurangala Rock. An ancient cave temple still houses objects from various vintages that reflect Buddhist, Hindu and western beliefs, and the stupa to the left of the temple entrance is believed to mark the spot where King Kasyapa was cremated. Pidurangala is a more challenging climb than Sigiriya, glorious vistas of the surrounding landscape and an incredible view of the majestic Sigiriya Rock. Overnights Stay at Hotel Sigiriya
Plan for tour itinerary Activities:
• Challenging climb Rock Sigiriya,
• Second incredible view of the majestic Sigiriya Rock. From Pedurangala
• Get most valuable Experience Srilankan Village life style
• Bull cart Driving River safari ,paddy filed activities
• Evening plan Next Day activities with tour guide.
• Relax on hotel Overnights Stay at Hotel
• Over night saty at same hotel.
Day 9 : Dambulla World Heritage Site
Location: Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Dewalaya, Katharagama Kiri Wehera, Dambulla
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 09 : Dambulla World Heritage Site
Leave to Dambulla Visit Golden temple & cave temple, Dambulla cave temple also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla is a World Heritage Site
A sacred pilgrimage site for 22 centuries, this cave monastery, with its five sanctuaries, is the largest, best-preserved cave-temple complex in Sri Lanka. The Buddhist mural paintings (covering an area of 2,100 m2 ) are of particular importance,. Temple has five caves and 157 statues of the Lord Buddha, many paintings on the ceilings and walls that emphasis the artistic talent of ancient days. The history of the caves, rock and temple dates from the 1st century BC. The fascination of these caves is not only the statues but also the many intricate and delicate paintings that cover the ceiling and walls, created with indigenous traditional paints. Because of the history, archaeological and artistic implications, the premises were declared as one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites in 1991 situated in the central part of the country the temple has been in use for over 22 centuries and still holds a sense of benevolence and spirituality. Visitors may climb up steps to the temple and the view from the top of the rock is as inspiring as the temple’s golden interior
Heritance Kandalama is a beautiful hotel designed by the acclaimed Geoffrey Bawa. The design of the hotel is breathtaking, having been built around its natural, A still forest of dense green, floating whispers of bird song the lake shimmers in the distance, walls of rock cool to touch. Amidst the lush greenery covered by the thick & dense forest .Overnights’ Stay at hotel Dambulla
Plan for tour itinerary Activities:
• Visit Golden temple & cave temple World Heritage Site
• Kandalam Lake & Over view look Heritance Hotel
• Dambulla City & Markets
• Evening plan Next Day activities with tour guide.
• Relax on hotel Overnights Stay at Hotel
• Over night saty at hotel
Day 10 : Tissamaharama
Location: Tissamaharama, Yala National Park Sri Lanka
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 10 : TissaMaharama via Yala Wildlife park safari, Optional Camping
After transfer to Thissmaharma though jungle area crossing to Tissamaharama via Yala national park .Yala national Park most popular animal leopard in country and they are the Lords of the Jungle! With a leopard density that's higher than anywhere else on this planet, these menacing predators prowl majestically in Yala, while elephants roam in their numbers with cautious deer scampering by their side Full day game drive at Yala National Park. Overnight stay close to Yala. Magampura hotel
Plan for tour itinerary Activities:
• Transfer to Thissmaharma Via Buthala
• En Route Visit Hindu temple & kirivehara temple
• Arrival to Eco Hotel Thissmarama
• Evening plan Next Day activities with tour guide.
• Relax on hotel Overnights Stay at Hotel
• Over night saty at hotel
Day 11 : Yala National Park
Location: Bundala national park, Yala
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 11 : Yala Wildlife park safari, Optional Camping
Early in the morning leave from hotel at 5.00am Yala Notional Park Full day Game Drive En route Enjoyed Breakfast &Short Lunch break Time will Enjoyed Srilankan Style tridisonal Lunch at the Yala Park relaxing point. Yala national Park most popular animal leopard in country and they are the Lords of the Jungle! With a leopard density that's higher than anywhere else on this planet, these menacing predators prowl majestically in Yala, while elephants roam in their numbers with cautious deer scampering by their side Yala National Park is a huge area of forest, grassland and lagoons bordering the Indian Ocean, in southeast Sri Lanka. Its home to wildlife such as leopards, elephants and crocodiles, as well as hundreds of bird species. Inland, Yala National Park gives the best opportunity to witness Sri Lanka’s broad variety of wildlife: colorful painted stork in troops are seen perched at the shores of lagoon where the crocodiles too have chosen to doze off; lovely fantailed peacocks in their resplendent blues and greens parade about amidst the woods where monkeys hang, leap and chatter; in the bush jungle are the Elephants; Crossing the tracks and wandering off into the thorny scrub jungle is the star attraction of the park: the leopard. A total of 32 species of mammals have been recorded. The threatened species include sloth bear (Melursus ursinus), Leopard (Panthera pardus kotiya), elephant (Elephas maximus), water buffalo (Bubalus bubalis), Wild boar (Sus scrofa), spotted deer (Axis axis ceylonessis), sambar (Cervus unicolor) and golden jackal (Canis aureus).
Sri Lankan leopards (Panthera Pardus Kotiya) are said to be a distinct sub-species from their Indian neighbors. Leopards can be seen throughout the park, though best period for enjoying the sights of leopards is during January to July.Bird Life, Birds around 130 species have been recorded. Raptors include crested serpent eagle and white bellied sea eagle. Among the water birds attracted to the lagoons are Lesser Flamingo, Pelicon, Spoonbill, painted stork, rare black necked Stork, grey heron, purple heron, night heron and Darter.
During the north-east monsoon the lagoons are visited by thousands of migrating waterfowl, including Pintail, Garganey, Eurasian Curlew, Whimbrel and turn stone, which mix with the residents such as whistling duck, Yellow Wattled Lapwing, Red Wattled Lapwig and Great Stone Plover. The forest is home to Orange Breasted Green Pigeon, Hornbills, and Flycatchers, including Asian Paradise Flycatcher, Barbets and Orioles.
Reptiles, Notable reptiles are Mugger Crocodile, which is abundant in the abandoned tanks, Estuarine Crocodile, found in the main rivers, and Common monitor. Other reptiles include Cobra and Russel’s Viper. A variety of Sea Turtle, Olive Ridley and Leatherback, of which Yala coast line is a major nesting ground. Overnights’ stay at Same Hotel
Plan for tour itinerary Activities:
• Early in the morning Leave to Yala national park enjoy full day game at Yala national park
• you will be able enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan Lunch
• Evening plan Next Day activities with tour guide.
• Relax on hotel Overnights Stay at Hotel
• Over night saty at hotel
Day 12 : Bundala National Park
Location: Udawalawa, Elephant Transit Home (උඩවලව ඇත් අතුරු සෙවන), Bundala, Udawalawe National Park Safari
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 12 : Bundala National park Second wet water Ramzan land Hambantota
Sri Lanka is rich in nature, with a number of sanctuaries and national parks to protect the wildlife that inhabits the many varied ecosystems here. Bundala National Park Wetland Sanctuary is one of the more obscure sanctuaries, which lie on the coastal belt between Hambantota Most of bird’s cocardalies & Birdlife in Bundala park, Wetland bird species found in the Bundala National Park include the Garganey, Pin tail, Whistling Teal, Spoonbill, White Ibis, Large White Egret, Cattle Egret and Purple Heron. Also, many species of Gulls, Terns, Owls, Kites and Eagles are also lives here. The endemic Sri Lanka Jungle fowl, Little Cormorant and the Painted Stork. There are approximately 20 species of mammals in the Bundala National Park which include the Sri Lankan Elephant, Spotted Deer, Water Buffalo, Sambar and Mongoose. Over Nights stay same Hotel .
Plan for tour itinerary Acuities:
• Early morning Leave to Bundala National Park half day
• Visit to temple of Tissa
• Evening plan Next Day activities with tour guide.
• Relax on hotel Overnights Stay at Hotel
• Over night saty at hotel
Day 13 : Udawalawe Wildlife Park Safari,
Location: Mirissa, Mirissa Beach, Udawalawa
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 13 : Udawalawe Wildlife park safari, Optional Camping Udawalawe National Park
'Udawalawe national park is a one of the greatest among all the national parks in Sri Lanka. This is an important protected area that is a home to a considerable flora and fauna and also it is an important habitat for water birds and Sri Lankan elephants. Udwalawe National Park was declared on 30th June 1972 at a ceremony presided over by ministry of shipping and tourism. After visit The Elephant Transit Home, since its inception in 1995, has helped care for dozens of injured, sick, or orphaned baby elephants from all over Sri Lanka. Visitors to the home are able to observe an animated group of around 20 or 30 juvenile and teenage pachyderms, who are fed four times a day. The resident animals are looked after until they are deemed fit enough to be released back into the wild, after which they are closely monitored for investigational purposes, as well as their own safety.
Elephant transit Home Sri Lankan elephants are an endangered species and their survival in their natural habitats is threatened due to human activities. Elephants in the wild are constantly being killed, and many elephant calves become orphaned. In order to support these orphaned elephants, the Department of Wildlife Conservation set up the Elephant Transit Home within Udawalawe National Park with help from the Born Free Foundation. The facility was established under the 29th Amendment to the Fauna and Flora Protection Ordinance Part II. As of 8 February 2009, 39 orphaned elephant calves were being looked after. The elephant calves are released to the jungle after they become strong enough to survive in their natural habitats. As of 2008, sixty-five elephants had been released to the jungle. The main objective of this facility is rehabilitation of orphaned baby elephants to ultimately release them back into their natural habitat. Up to three elephants per week are killed in Sri Lanka due to conflicts with humans, often leaving behind orphan calves. The elephants are kept at part of the Udawalawe National Park to maintain familiarity with their habitat, but have access to both food and medical care Transfer to Udawalawe. Watch baby elephants bein
Plan for tour itinerary Acuities:
• Transfer to Udawalawe. Watch baby elephants being fed milk at the elephant transit home
• Game drive to Udawalawe National Park
• Evening plan Next Day activities with tour guide.
• Relax on hotel Overnights Stay at Hotel
• Over night saty at hotel
Day 14 : Mirissa
Location: Mirissa, Mirissa Whale Watching, Unawatuna
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast leave to Mirissa. Mirissa, a destination famed for some of the finest Whale and Dolphin Sightings in the world. Take an exciting yet comfortable boat trip out to Sea. Visit to the Famous for its stilt fishermen lifetime experience enjoyed Weligama; beach is famous for its stilt fishermen. In chest-deep water on the beach, just few meters off-shore, are the stilt fishermen perched on a cross bar- one on one- of a single pole planted into the sea-bed. These fishermen, the poorest of the poor, spend hours with their lines cast out to the sea to catch small fish. Stilt Fishing is one of the most interesting traditional fishing methods of Sri Lanka. Records indicate that it came into being just after World War II. This mode of fishing was more widely used all along the coast until the tsunami in 2004 which caused such activities to cease temporarily until recent years. The beautiful sight of fishermen perched branched poles as they fish skillfully during dawn, noon and dusk; can now be commonly along the southern coast in towns such as Koggala, Kaththaluwa and Ahangama. Occasional stilt fishermen can also be seen amongst the waters of Madu River, etc. Though stilt fishermen make the activity seem easy and comfortable; stilt fishing requires much skill and balance, on the Beach in afternoon. Overnight stay in Mirissa hotel
Plan for tour itinerary Activities:
• Morning Transfer to Mirrisa 5 hour journey arrival on hotel
• Weligam fish man Stick on action
• Evening plan Next Day activities with tour guide.
• Relax on hotel Overnights Stay at Hotel
• Over night saty at hotel
Day 15 : Whales And Dolphin Watching
Location: Ahungalla Sea Turtles Conservation Project, Mirissa, Ariyapala Masks Museum, ආරියපාල වෙස් මුහුණු කෞතුකාගාරය, Galle Dutch Fort, Meetiyagoda Moonstone Mine, Meetiyagoda, Madu River Safari
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 1 5 : Whales and Dolphin watching Mirissa
Excursion for Whales and Dolphin watching in the morning. Mirissa, a destination famed for some of the finest Whale and Dolphin sightings in the world. Take an exciting yet comfortable boat trip out to sea and be fortunate to see Blue Whales; the largest creatures on earth, Bryde’s Whales, Sperm Whales, Killer Whales and Fin Whales. Some time you can also meet pods of friendly Dolphins such as the Common dolphins, Bottlenose dolphins, Spinner dolphins, Risso’s dolphins and striped dolphins as they playfully somersault and dance on the ocean waves. There’s also a good chance of seeing flying fish, turtle, manta rays and even sharks. Whale watching is between November and April each year it’s a once-in-lifetime experience! Deep sea 15kilometer special Boat Snack Relax to watching on the sea with free. Unawatuna is one of the biggest tourist destinations in Sri Lanka and is the most “famous” beach in the country. It is a lovely banana-shaped beach of golden sand and turquoise water, surrounded by green palm trees! Its beach and corals. Unawatuna is rich in its biodiversity. Its greatest potential attraction for eco-tourism was the marsh land or mangrove, Kadolana, which was partially dredged and filled to develop a hotel for a German hotel chain. The development never eventuated. Many locals believe it to have been cursed for being built at the doorstep of the Wella Devalaya. Afternoon to relax and enjoy beach.
Overnight stay in same Hotel
Plan for tour itinerary Acuities:
• Transfer to Mrissa Excursion for Whales and Dolphin watching in the morning
• Unawatuna visit Wella Devalaya.
• Enjoy afternoon beach relax
• Evening plan to Next Day activities with tour guide.
• Relax on hotel Overnights Stay at Hotel
• Over night saty at hotel .
Day 16 : Galle & Ambalangoda
Location: Old Parliament Building, Ambalangoda, Gangaramaya Temple, Galle Face, Dutch Hospital - Shopping Precinct
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 16 : Galle via Ambalangoda
Leave for Galle in the morning architectural heritage UNESCO Site Galle Fort, in the Bay of Galle on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka, was built first in 1588 by the Portuguese, and then extensively fortified by the Dutch during the 17th century from 1649 onwards. It is a historical, archaeological and architectural heritage monument, which even after more than 432 years maintains a polished appearance, due to extensive reconstruction work done by Archaeological Department of Sri Lanka.The heritage value of the fort has been recognized by the UNESCO and the site has been inscribed as a cultural heritage UNESCO World Heritage Site under criteria iv, for its unique exposition of "an urban ensemble which illustrates the interaction of European architecture and South Asian traditions from the 16th to the 19th centuries. Meetiyagoda, also spelt „Mitiyagoda“, is situated in only 4 km distance from the ocean, 10 km north of Hikkaduwa.
Meetiyagoda is famous for its moonstone mines. Moonstone has been used in jewelry for millennia, including ancient civilizations. The Romans admired moonstone, as they believed it was derived from solidified rays of the Moon Both the Romans and Greeks associated moonstone with their lunar deities. In more recent history, moonstone became popular during the Art Nouveau period; French goldsmith René Lalique and many others created a large quantity of jewelry using this stone
Mask making is a popular tradition in Sri Lanka. Many Sri Lankan mask artisans ply their trade along the Western, South Western and Southern coasts of the island. Of these, the Ambalangoda area on the South Western coast of Sri Lanka is renowned for its talented artisans. Ambalangoda that famed for its history and expertise mask carving and culture. And the best place to get your fill of mask lore is the Ambalangoda Mask Workshop and Museum is Sri Lanka.
Madu Ganga is the second biggest wetland in Sri Lanka. The estuary is spread over 900 hectares of which 770 hectares are covered with water and is inhabited with 64 islands of which 15 islands have a larger landmass. Abundantly rich in biodiversity, in the area surrounding the Madu River you’ll find swampy marshlands covered in mangrove forests. It is also home to 300 species of plants and about 250 wildlife species. Turtle is the most commonly found turtle in Sri Lanka. They are also found in the Indian, Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. Their English name refers to the colour of the fat found under their shells, which unfortunately is used to make turtle soup. Luckily this practice is less common today. Young Green Turtles are mainly carnivores. Adults however are herbivores, feeding only on marine vegetation with the help of their finely serrated jaws. They grow to a maximum length of 1m and can weight 250kg. Adult females lay between 120-140 eggs at one time. Green Turtles are regularly found on the beach at night close to the KSTCP. They tend to nest only every few years but when they do they lay several times in one season Overnights stay at Eco Village hotel
Plan for tour itinerary Activities:
• En route visit Galle Dutch Fort ,Spices Garden
• Moonstone Mine Meetiyagoda Moon center point in Sri Lanka
• Maduganga safari tour marshlands covered in mangrove forests
• Castle farm Ahungalla, mask factory Ambalangoda
• Evening plan Next Day activities with tour guide.
• Relax on hotel Overnights Stay at Hotel
• Over night saty at hotel
Day 17 : Colombo
Location: Colombo, Bandaranaike International Airport
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 1 7 : Colombo City Tour Colombo
Leave for Colombo in the morning. Colombo is the commercial capital and largest city of Sri Lanka by population. Transfer to airport According to the Brookings Flight Schedule, Colombo Afternoon city tour in Colombo
Overnight stay in Colombo Hotel.
Plan for tour itinerary Activities:
• Colombo Afternoon city tour in Colombo
• Visit Gangaramaya temple (water lake Temple) Much More place
• Shopping tour
• Evening plan Next Day activities with tour guide.
• Relax on hotel Overnights Stay at Hotel
• Over night saty at hotel
Day 18 : Airport Katunayaka
Location: Bandaranaike International Airport
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 18 : Tour Ends Colombo
Colombo Transfer to Colombo Bandaranaike Airport and transfer according to your flight schedule.
Plan for tour itinerary Acuities:
• Good bye stelaranholidays
• Tours Ends.
What's Included
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Meals – Half Board
We will provide Half Board meal plans in the hotels which you will be spending the night in Hotel Breakfast & Lunch Or Dinner If you are willing to choosing Vegetarian and Halal food options on request. Simply let our Customer Support team know the food option that you prefer.
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Accommodation
We provide Accommodation for 17 Nights (in different cities as per the itinerary) on Luxury Hotels & Nice shearing Boutique hotel accommodation (star hotels)
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Airport pick up & Drop
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Entrance Fees
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
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Fully Guided
We provide you with an English speaking guide Or chauffeur-guide & will also act as your driver. Reliable, Experienced and friendly with excellent knowledge about nature, an ancient archeological and cultural site on day to day basis monitoring and communicating with drivers and guests for smooth
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Game Drives on Safari
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Transport
We will be provided Safety, Quality, and Customer Satisfaction Experience driver & Luxury van, Car, a bus with A/C transports provide to our valuable clients and free wi-fi. All vehicles will have baby seats available if needed.
What's Not Included
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Country Entry Visas
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Drinks with Meals
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International Travel
Flights before and after the tour are not included in the tour price.
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Optional
Safari Jeep we can arrange Half Day Or Full Day (full day-lunch+ snack tickets +jeep +2person) price 140U$ per National park Half day (ticket+Jeep+2person) 85 U$ price whole watching dolphin watching Also apply as your wish •Prices may vary plus/minus depending on the season
Accommodation
Luxury Hotels & Nice shearing Boutique hotel accommodation (star hotels)
Check out our Q&As
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
• yes, Sometimes ,
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Good healthy fitness
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
Not Incuded
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What is the level of fitness required?
Best health Conditions
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What wines and spirits can I bring into Sri Lanka?
You are allowed to bring in 1.5 litres of wines and spirits per person.
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Do I need to take precautions against mosquitoes?
As with all tropical countries, you need to apply mosquito repellent regularly. Those containing DEET can often be very effective.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
You can match solo travelers booking separately to share a room at no extra cost.
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Our resgistirion number & vat number?
PV: 119492 , Vat Tax: 102274385
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
No any Charity contribution
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WHY BOOK WITH US ?
• Savings you are looking best tour your holiday.your choic • 20 years’ Experience in tourism industry. • We will give you the priority to arrange your tour as you wish to get it arranged by us. • Experience tour consultant’s Service • Customized and flexible tour plans and itineraries • Specialize for group and Individual travel arrangements. • We are Government approved tour Operator in Sril
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What is your average group size?
Couple, Small group 6 pax or 10 Big group 20
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Tour Chauffeur Guide / Driver /Site Guide Defend on your tour booking Some of members
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Sample Tour itinerary /Conform Itinerary /Map, Accommodation List
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What are Poya days?
Every month, the Full Moon Day, known as “Poya Day”, which celebrates various important days in the life of Lord Buddha, will be celebrated by the Buddhists on the Island. All Poya Days are national holidays and no alcohol is served.
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What clothes do I need to take?
Light cotton or linen clothing. It can be chilly in NuwaraEliya (the hill country) at night, so a sweater is recommended. Shoulders and knees must be covered to enter temples. Socks may also be a good idea for walking round places such as Polonnaruwa – the ground can be extremely hot for bare feet. Cotton t-shirts and shorts. Trousers to visit temples. Sandals. Trainers for walks. Socks. A fleece.
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Do you offer a past traveler discount?
Yes, we are giving special discount (regular customer)
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What is the minimum age allowed?
Defendant on tour we are expects 05 to 80 age better
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Is Sri Lanka safe from Terrorism?
Up till May 2009, Sri Lanka had a conflict with the LTTE who wanted a separate state for the Tamils in the North and East of the country. A lot was written in the press in the UK as to how dangerous it was to travel to Sri Lanka. It must be remembered that, throughout the conflict, not one single tourist has been injured or killed. As from May 2009, this conflict ended and Sri Lanka is now at peac
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Where can I change money?
Yes, you can only purchase Sri Lankan Rupees in Sri Lanka as it isn’t an International Currency. On arrival at Colombo Airport, it is best to change some money at the Banks just before the Arrival Hall where there are 24hr facilities. Banks in towns are generally open 9am to 1pm or 3pm Mon-Fri. All banks are shut at weekends and public holidays. Changing Traveler’s Cheques can be a time-consuming
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
If you like
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
•We must receive written notification by you of any cancellation of your travel arrangements and will take effect the day we receive it. The following penalties will apply. •Between 31 and 60 days - forfeit of deposit •Between 15 and 30 days – 25% of total ground arrangement cost •Between 08 and 14 days - 50% of total ground arrangement cost •7 or Less than 07 days – no refund of total ground
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What is the time difference?
It is GMT + 4.5 hrs. In summer and + 5.5hrs in winter
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How is the hotel Booking Services?
We provide a complete spectrum of accommodation options to suit all budgets including home stays, back-packer accommodation, 3 – 5 star, boutique/luxury as well as campsites with tented accommodation – service providers
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
We will follow Covid-19 Rules & regulation guidelines WHO & Tourist Board protect our Client and country. PERSONAL SAFETY MEASURES •Ensure the use of Ensure the use of the traditional greeting of Sri Lanka, ‘Ayubowan’ at all times instead of hugging or handshaking. •Before entering Hotel we will be Need to get the required Covid -19 Vaccines Reports •The Driver / Tour Leader should maintain a mi
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes 100% .accommodation included meet local health and safety
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WHO WE ARE ?
Stelaranholidays (Pvt) Ltd is a fully licensed Travel Agency. We are a team of travel trade professionals which count for over 20 years of collective experience in Sri Lanka. As the company name suggests, we aspire to be the most sought after travel agent in sustainable tourism platform Sri lanka known as the peal of the Indian Ocean which is full of amazing places and things and the greatest plac
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What opportunities are there for photography?
There are so many opportunities for photography whether it is of scenes of everyday life by the roadside, spectacular vistas or of the amazing wildlife. Do please take a memory card of sufficient size as you will find you will take so many photographs. It would also be a good idea to bring some small binoculars to view the wildlife in the National Parks as with all wild animals, you will only be a
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What vaccinations do I require?
Please consult your doctor for up to date information before you travel. 1. These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure. 2. Typhoid - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 2 weeks before travel. 3. Hepatitis A - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 2 weeks before travel. 4. Tuberculosis - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 3 months before travel. 5. Hepatit
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
1.A booking is accepted only after we receive written confirmation from you along with full payment OR a non-refundable deposit of 20% of the value of the Travel Arrangements. (This may be waived solely at our discretion). 2. Peak Season Bookings 50% advance payment of total value is required. 3.If the booking is made within 30 days of arrival in Sri Lanka, then full payment is required at the tim
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Can I get Internet Access?
Hotels increasingly offer Internet Wi-Fi, and Internet cafes exist in Colombo and many towns, although connection speeds can be slow outside Colombo.
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Do you have any optional activities?
Yes we have according to tour ittinery
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What is the currency?
1 Sri Lankan rupee consists of 100 cents.
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How is the Tour Guides and Naturalist Services?
We have exclusive relationships with the best Tour Guides and Naturalists in the industry including the ‘Best National Guide Lecturer’ and ‘Best Chauffeur Guide’ of the Presidential Travel & Tourism Awards. Multi Languages [Hindi, Arabic, English, French]
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Can I use credit cards to pay for meals in hotels?
Yes, Most international credit cards are accepted at major establishments including almost all major hotels. Its climate is tropical but with no seasonal variations. It has a north-east monsoon from late October to January which is mainly effective in the north and the east and south-west monsoon from May to late June which is very wet and most of the country receives lot of rain. The average temp
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Do I need Insurance?
It is your responsibility to ensure that you have adequate travel insurance for the activities that you are doing on your Tour such as white rafting, elephant rides, game drive etc. All travelers booking with us need to notify us of their insurance arrangements prior to traveling.
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Can I use my mobile phone in Sri Lanka?
Yes, the International Dialling Code for the UK from Sri Lanka is 0094. Your mobile phone will connect to one of the local phone providers such as Dialog or Mobitel though you should be aware that phoning the UK this way can be expensive. If you are staying in Sri Lanka for longer periods, it would be better to consider purchasing a Sri Lankan SIM card. Top-up cards are readily available from Tele
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How long has the tour company been trading?
More than 10 years
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Do I require a Visa?
You will need to obtain an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) prior to your visit to Sri Lanka. You can apply directly for an online ETA by visiting the following website: www.eta.gov.lk. Do not apply too early as it is only valid for 90 days from the date you apply. The cost of the ETA is $20pp (about £13) if you are a UK citizen. Payment is made by either credit card or e-commerce enabled de
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What language is spoken?
Sinhala is the official language; Tamil is spoken by about 25% of the population. English is used as a second language but you will find that the locals are keen to try out their English on you
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Free Date Changes
Stelaran Holidays allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
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Low Deposit
Stelaran Holidays requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of stelaran holidays charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.