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Sri Lanka

Exploring the South of Sri Lanka

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Duration
Duration
6 days
Trip highlights
  • Yala National Park
  • Udawalawa for an incredible safari
  • Bentato and the "Golden Mile"

Discover the South of Sri Lanka by visited:

-Yala

Yala National Park is Sri Lanka's second largest reserve and the most visited park renowned for its leopards. They share the spotlight with elephants, crocodiles, buffaloes, deer, mongooses, jackals, and hundreds of bird species, some of which are endemic.

  • Udawalawa

Set off for an incredible safari in one of the most beautiful national parks of Sri Lanka, whose marvelous landscapes resemble those of African reserves. Uda Walawe is one of the most suitable sites in the country to see elephants as there are around 500 of them! You can also spot crocodiles, water buffaloes, aquatic lizards, mongooses, and peacocks. You can make a stop at the Elephant Transit Home, located near the park, to attend the meal of the pachyderms.

  • Bentota

Bentota, one of Sri Lanka's oldest seaside resorts, sits on an estuary where the river meets the ocean. The coast between Bentota and Beruwela is called the "Golden Mile" for its golden sand beaches which are among the most fascinating in the country and it is the favorite place of turtles!

Itinerary

Exploring the South of Sri Lanka

Exploring the South of Sri Lanka

day 1

Ayubowan, welcome to Sri Lanka!

Ayubowan, welcome to Sri Lanka!

Your driver will pick you up at the airport and drive you to your first destination, Koggala. Before checking-in, a first PCR test is planned.

Night at the hotel Mosvold Villa.

Alternative : Hotel Kahanda Kanda instead of Hotel Mosvold Villa : + 75 EUR per person (Base 4 persons )

day 1

Ayubowan, welcome to Sri Lanka!

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Ayubowan, welcome to Sri Lanka!

Your driver will pick you up at the airport and drive you to your first destination, Koggala. Before checking-in, a first PCR test is planned.

Night at the hotel Mosvold Villa.

Alternative : Hotel Kahanda Kanda instead of Hotel Mosvold Villa : + 75 EUR per person (Base 4 persons )

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day 2

Enjoy the view, the tranquility of the place and the beach

Enjoy the view, the tranquility of the place and the beach

Free morning to enjoy the view.

Koggala– Yala by road.

Free afternoon. You can plan an additional safari if you wish to (not inclued).

Night at the hotel Thaulle Resort.

day 2

Enjoy the view, the tranquility of the place and the beach

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Enjoy the view, the tranquility of the place and the beach

Free morning to enjoy the view.

Koggala– Yala by road.

Free afternoon. You can plan an additional safari if you wish to (not inclued).

Night at the hotel Thaulle Resort.

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day 3

Discover Uda Walawe National Park.

Discover Uda Walawe National Park.

Yala – Uda Walawe by road.

Half-day entry to Uda Walawe National Park.



Take a jeep for a half-day safari in Uda Walawe National Park to have a unique encounter with the Sri Lankan wildlife. Carry a pair of binoculars which are provided to you. With the help of your experienced driver and a naturalist guide, you can spot water buffaloes, mongooses, peacocks, crocodiles, and other aquatic lizards, and of course the famous elephants, the symbol of Sri Lanka! With your naturalist guide and books on Sri Lankan birds and mammals, you can learn more about the species living on the island of Ceylon. Enjoy fresh water bottles at your disposal. The day before, make sure that your hotel can prepare the breakfast-to-go for you to enjoy during your safari.



Uda Walawe – Yala by road.

Night at the hotel Thaulle Resort.

day 3

Discover Uda Walawe National Park.

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Discover Uda Walawe National Park.

Yala – Uda Walawe by road.

Half-day entry to Uda Walawe National Park.



Take a jeep for a half-day safari in Uda Walawe National Park to have a unique encounter with the Sri Lankan wildlife. Carry a pair of binoculars which are provided to you. With the help of your experienced driver and a naturalist guide, you can spot water buffaloes, mongooses, peacocks, crocodiles, and other aquatic lizards, and of course the famous elephants, the symbol of Sri Lanka! With your naturalist guide and books on Sri Lankan birds and mammals, you can learn more about the species living on the island of Ceylon. Enjoy fresh water bottles at your disposal. The day before, make sure that your hotel can prepare the breakfast-to-go for you to enjoy during your safari.



Uda Walawe – Yala by road.

Night at the hotel Thaulle Resort.

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day 4

Enjoy Yala National Park

Enjoy Yala National Park

Half day ticket to Yala National Park.

Go on a half-day safari to Yala National Park where you can spot leopards, peacocks, elephants, sambars, crocodiles and hundreds of birds. But since leopards are wild animals, it is not always easy to spot them. (Included).

(Estimated duration of the safari : 2:30 hours).

Night at the hotel Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa.

Upgrade Room Superior Ocean Room.

Alternative : Hotel Bentota Beach Hotel I Room Superior instead of Hotel Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa I Room Superior + Upgrade Room Superior Ocean Room : + 68 EUR per person (Base 4 persons )

day 4

Enjoy Yala National Park

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Enjoy Yala National Park

Half day ticket to Yala National Park.

Go on a half-day safari to Yala National Park where you can spot leopards, peacocks, elephants, sambars, crocodiles and hundreds of birds. But since leopards are wild animals, it is not always easy to spot them. (Included).

(Estimated duration of the safari : 2:30 hours).

Night at the hotel Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa.

Upgrade Room Superior Ocean Room.

Alternative : Hotel Bentota Beach Hotel I Room Superior instead of Hotel Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa I Room Superior + Upgrade Room Superior Ocean Room : + 68 EUR per person (Base 4 persons )

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6 days From 1010 €

Included in the price

  • 24/7 assistance from your travel expert
  • Transfers by private micro-van (5 passengers) with an English speaking driver. The vehicles are equipped with air conditioning, radio, safety belts, and fire extinguishers.
  • The petrol, road taxes, car parking fees, insurance for the vehicle and driver, and accommodation and meals of the latter.
  • The items and test required by the sanitary guidelines for the people accompanying you (gloves, mask, sanitizer for the vehicle, etc.)
  • Accommodation as mentioned in the program.
  • Meals: breakfast at the hotel during the whole stay
  • Approved tourist sites and visits below:
    • Half-day safari in Yala National Park (entrances & jeeps) during weekdays
  • Half-day safari in Uda Walawe National Park (entrances & jeeps)
  • The mandatory insurance covering up to US$ 50,000 medical fees related to covid-19 in Sri Lanka
  • A local SIM card to be able to communicate with your driver and travel expert during your stay
  • Government taxes and service taxes.

Not included in the price

  • Visa fees and bank charges
  • International flights and taxes
  • The services of a national guide (prices change according to the number of days and sites, ask your travel expert)
  • Baby seat for children under 5 years old / Children booster
  • Baby cot
  • Christmas and New year hotels’ supplement
  • Hotels’ supplement during the Esala Perahera in Kandy and the surroundings (July or August, days of this Perahera change every year according to the full moon)
  • The tips (they are part of the culture of the country, the locals themselves are used to tip)
  • Drinks and personal expenses
  • Dinners and lunches during your entire stay (2 to 3 € for a local meal and 8 to 20 € in a restaurant).
  • Personal insurance (covering repatriation, cancellation, medical fees unrelated to covid-19, etc.), we can provide one through our partner Chapka, ask your travel expert.
  • Anything that is not listed in the "Prices includes" section.

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