Sigiriya & Minneriya National Park Day Tour
Climb ancient Sigiriya and enjoy a thrilling Minneriya safari to spot wild elephants in one unforgettable adventure-filled day.
About This Journey
The ultimate 1-day adventure: climb the Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress and see huge herds of wild elephants in Minneriya National Park with private transport.
Maximize your time in Sri Lanka with this premium, action-packed day tour designed for travelers who want to experience the country's two greatest highlights — history and wildlife — in a single day.
Your private driver will pick you up early in the morning and take you to the Cultural Triangle. You'll climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress before the midday heat, enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan village lunch, and spend your afternoon spotting herds of wild elephants on a private jeep safari in Minneriya National Park.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day1Sigiriya Climb, Village Lunch & Minneriya Safari
Early morning pickup (around 5:30 AM) from your hotel in Colombo, Negombo, or Kandy. Drive to Sigiriya and climb the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site (Lion Rock Fortress) to enjoy panoramic views and ancient frescoes. After the climb, enjoy a traditional village lunch. In the afternoon, transfer to Minneriya National Park (or Kaudulla/Hurulu Eco Park depending on seasonal elephant movements) for a private 3-hour jeep safari. Watch large herds of wild elephants gather near the tank. Drive back to your hotel in the evening.
What's Included
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Includes private roundtrip A/C transport, driver-guide, and bottled water. Entrance fees and safari jeep rental are excluded.
All-inclusive: includes private A/C transport, English-speaking guide, Sigiriya entrance tickets, Minneriya national park tickets, and a private jeep safari.
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