Tour Overview
Re-imagined for travelers who want thrilling wildlife experiences without sacrificing Sri Lanka's rich culture and coastal beauty! This 6-day explorer tour features wild elephant safaris in Minneriya and leopards in Yala, combined with Kandy's Temple of the Tooth, Nuwara Eliya tea estates, scenic train rides, and golden beach relaxation in Mirissa.
Day-by-Day Explorer Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival & Transfer to Kandy Kingdom
Airport pickup. Drive through green valleys to royal Kandy. Check into your hotel and enjoy evening lake walk.
Day 2: Temple of Tooth & Minneriya Elephant Safari
Visit Kandy Temple of the Tooth. Afternoon 4x4 safari at Minneriya to see hundreds of wild elephants gathering.
Day 3: Nuwara Eliya Tea Estates & Scenic Train to Ella
Drive up to tea plantations in Nuwara Eliya, visit a tea factory, and take the famous highland train ride to Ella.
Day 4: Nine Arch Bridge & Yala Leopard Game Drive
Explore Nine Arch Bridge in Ella. Drive down to Yala National Park for an evening 4x4 game drive tracking leopards.
Day 5: Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home & Mirissa Beach
Visit orphaned elephant calves at Udawalawe Transit Home. Head to Mirissa beach for sunset seafood dining.
Day 6: Galle Dutch Fort & Airport Transfer
Stroll Galle Fort ramparts before your final highway transfer back to Colombo airport.
Book Explorer Tour
4x4 Jeep rentals & park entrance tickets arranged.