Connected To The Wild, Private Tour
- Best price guaranteed
- No booking fees
- COVID-19protected
- Adventure
- Active and outdoor
- Family
- duration 11 days
- tour type Private
- age requirement 10-99 yrs
- max group size 50
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-33795
- Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
- Operated in Spanish, Dutch, French, Italian, German, English
- Wilpattu National Park: many species of animals can be witnessed within the territories of Wilpattu National Park and among these, the Sri Lankan sloth bear takes a prominent place.
- Minneriya National Park: spanning over 8,800 hectares, the is located alongside the vast, renovated Minneriya Rainwater Reservoir.
- Kaudulla National Park: this enchanting national park nurtures 24 species of mammals out of which the most prominent one is the Sri Lankan elephant.
- Gaol Oya National Park: morning hours are perfect to observe the breath-taking beauty of the many flocks of birds here. Keep your cameras ready to capture sensational shots!
Join this eleven-day exciting adventure on an earthy paradise. Discover a wild world hidden in the Sri Lanka National Parks, witness lush landscapes, marvel at rich biodiversity through safari, walking and cycling tours.
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Day 1: Arrival Colombo – Negombo (10km – 20 Min)
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Day 2: Negombo – Wilpattu National Park (180 Km – 4.5hrs)
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Day 3: Wilpattu National Park – Anuradhapura (65km – 2hrs)
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Day 4: Anuradhapura – Hiriwadunna Village – Minneriya National Park – Habarana (113km – 2.5hrs)
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Day 5: Habarana – Minneriya National Park – Kaudulla National Park – Habarana (60km – 1hr)
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Day 6: Habarana – Gal Oya National Park (185km – 4hrs)
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Day 7: Gal Oya National Park
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Day 8: Gal Oya National Park – Yala National Park (145km – 4hrs)
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Day 9: Yala National Park
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Day 10: Yala National Park – Galle – Colombo (300km – 5hrs)
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Day 11: Departure Colombo (40km – 1hr)
- 10 night's accommodation
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel J Negombo or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Jetwing Sea Hotel or similar 4*
- Standard Hotel Category = Big Game Camp Wilpattu or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Big Game Camp Wilpattu or similar 4*
- Standard Hotel Category = Rajarata Hotel or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Forest Rock Garden or similar 4*
- Standard Hotel Category = Oak Ray Elephant Lake or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Habarana Village by Cinnamon or similar 4*
- Standard Hotel Category = Gal Oya Lodge or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Gal Oya Lodge or similar 4*
- Standard Hotel Category = Oak Ray Wild or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Ekho Safari or similar 4*
- Standard Hotel Category = Grand Oriental Hotel or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Ozo Colombo or similar 4*
- 10 Breakfasts
- 4 Lunches (Day 5, 6, 7, 8) (5 remaining lunches available upon an additional cost, full-board extra)
- 10 Dinners (Seafood dinner at Negombo, BBQ dinner at Wilpattu, farewell dinner at Colombo)
- Arrival and departure private transfer from/to Bandaranaike International Airport
- Private transportation in an air-conditioning vehicle throughout the tour
- All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Wilpattu National Park, Wilpattu National Park Jeep Safari (Day 2 & 3); Anuradhapura Ancient Kingdom, Bicycle ride at Anuradhapura (Day 3); Hiriwadunna Village Trek (Day 4); Minneriya National Park, Minneriya National Park Jeep Safari (Day 4 & 5); Kaudulla National Park, Kaudulla National Park Jeep Safari (Day 5), Gal Oya National Park, Gal Oya National Park Jeep Safari & Boat Ride (Day 6 & 7); Yala National Park (Day 9)
- Meet & Greet
- Government taxes
- Visa fees
- Domestic flights
- International flights
- Lunches, available upon an additional cost (full-board extra)
- Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
- Visits to wildlife parks will be at client's own risk. Safari vehicles (none air-conditioned) available are very basic with basic insurance cover (not comprehensive as in the case of vehicles used for tours)
- The guide is not available for the departure day
- Optional tours (if any)
- City tax not included, payable on the spot
- Any visit not mentioned in the program
- Porterage and gratuities
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
- Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
- Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.
- Earn US$ 110+ in travel credits.
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No additional cancellation fees apply for this Connected To The Wild, Private Tour tour. You can cancel the tour up to 47 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 46 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 10 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 10 June 2024, a deposit is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 46 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceConnected To The Wild, Private Tour tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this Connected To The Wild, Private Tour tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
Please note alcohol will not be served in public areas in hotels and restaurants during religious holidays
We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons Visits to wildlife parks will be at client's own risk. Safari vehicles (none air-conditioned) available are very basic with basic insurance cover (not comprehensive as in the case of vehicles used for tours) Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed. The official check-in time at all hotels will be 12:00 pm-02:00 pm (depend on the hotel). The official check-out time at all hotels will be 11:00 am No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed ÂThis trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:
- This tour has implemented smaller group sizes than normal, allowing for more personal space on the vehicles, sights visited, hotels and restaurants.
- Hygiene protocols have been adopted on this trip. Wearing a mask, hand washing and general sanitizing has been implemented on this tour. Frequently touched surfaces are furthermore regularly disinfected.
- Distancing measures have been implemented to safeguard against COVID-19.